Green and sustainable design is growing in prominence and popularity. National governments are active in promoting recycling and reducing the amount of waste going to landfill.

Green and sustainable design is growing in prominence and popularity. National governments are active in promoting recycling and reducing the amount of waste going to landfill. This guide addresses the opportunities at the design stage of a project for minimising the generation of waste by the use of recycled components and materials in buildings. It reviews current experience of designing with recycling in mind, the processes by which components and material can be reclaimed and the opportunities for specifying them in construction work.

PART A: The World of Reuse, Reclamation and Recycling
Reuse, Reclamation and Recycling are Not New Ideas
Why Do It?
The Basic Concepts
The Marketplace
PART B: Case Studies
Reusing Piles
Reusing Whole Structures
Reusing Parts of Structure
Facade Retention
Whole Project Stories
Architects
PART C: Making Reuse and Recycling Happen
Not the 'usual' approach to design and procurement
Decision-Making
Opportunities
Seeking and Finding the Buildings, Goods and Materials
Ensuring Reuse, Reclamation and Recycling Happen
PART D: Design Guidance: Element by Element
Foundations and Groundwork
Building Structure
The Building Envelope
Enclosure and Access
Floor Coverings, Furniture and External Works
Mechanical Services
Electrical Services
PART E: Appendices
Demolition Activities
Environmental Impact
Glossary
Further Guidance.