Publications

Old building becomes
a dream home

The book "Altbau wird Traumhaus" by Beate Rühl, on the renovation of historic and older buildings was published in 2014 by Blotter Verlag. It presents a wide range of projects by architectural firms specializing in the refurbishment and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. Thanks to their expertise and the passion of their clients, all of the featured homes have retained their unique character and soul despite extensive renovations.

The book demonstrates the many different ways in which dream homes can take shape while highlighting how investments in existing buildings help preserve and revitalize our architectural and cultural heritage.

For more information or to order the book, visit www.blottner.de.

Healthy and sustainable building 

"Gesund und ökologisch Bauen" by Beate Rühl is intended for anyone planning to build, renovate, or refurbish in a healthy and environmentally responsible way.

The book features a wide range of examples of contemporary architectural projects completed in Germany in recent years, all designed with a strong focus on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and healthy living.

Drawing on her many years of experience in the field of building biology, Beate Rühl provides valuable insights and practical advice to help readers make informed, independent decisions about construction methods and building materials for their own building or renovation projects.