Non-traditional houses was first published as a book in 2004 and is now available in a fully searchable pdf format on CD ROM. The CD ROM gives building surveyors, engineers and architects easy access to a vast reference library detailing 450 non-traditional house types classified by form of construction: metal framed, precast concrete, in-situ concrete, timber framed. Isometric drawings and photographs are included for each house type providing a clear explanation of the construction detail. Identification characteristics and notes for surveyors on potential faults, extensive background information and an invaluable search tool are included. "This magnum opus is one of the outstanding housing books published in recent years ... a major reference" Housing Studies "... of immense value to anyone interested in clarifying the real condition of the housing stock ... an invaluable resource" The Architects' Journal