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Jim is an environmental professional with 25 years' experience in the areas of sustainability, management of natural resources, and environmental projects. He's passionate about creating a world where people and nature can thrive together.
A hobbit house built into a lush green hill with a round blue door and a stone path leading up to the front. Across the bottom of the image are the words "7 Earthbag Homes You Can Go Rent Right Now (Airbnb)." There is a "Rent" sign outside.
Earthbag Sustainable Architecture

7 Earthbag Homes You Can Go Rent Right Now (Airbnb)

ByJim Pritchard March 17, 2023August 15, 2024

Earthbag homes are a highly sustainable form of architecture. If you’ve always dreamed of living in one but never had the possibility of owning your own, why not book one of the earthbag houses in our list?

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A collage of four photos showing bamboo, rammed earth, cob, and earthbag structures. Across the top of the image are the words "Earthbag vs. Other Sustainable Building Methods: Who Wins?" There is a "VS" icon in the center.
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Earthbag vs. Other Sustainable Building Methods: Who Wins?

ByJim Pritchard March 16, 2023October 13, 2024

If you’re looking to build a home using sustainable building materials, you’ll be interested in this article, which discusses earthbag vs. other sustainable building methods to find out which is the best.

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A photograph of renowned earthbag architect and advocate, Nader Khalili, in front of an earthbag wall with archways. There is a cartoon sun wearing sunglasses and the word "Cool!" written in bubble writing above it. The ground upon which the earthbag structure is built is on a plain and has bare soil with mountains in the far background. Across the bottom of the image are the words "The Cool Tech Behind Earthbag Homes (How Long Will It Last)?"
Earthbag Healthy Buildings Sustainable Architecture

The Cool Tech Behind Earthbag Homes (How Long Will It Last?)

ByJim Pritchard March 15, 2023September 27, 2024

Do you know how earthbag homes are built or how long they last? In this article, we take a deep dive into the construction methods used and explain how you can make an earthbag house last longer than you think.

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Earthbag Sustainable Architecture

What States Allow Earthbag Homes (Is It Legal in Yours?)

ByJim Pritchard March 14, 2023July 5, 2024

Earthbag building is catching on in the US and elsewhere. But what states allow earthbag homes, and which ones don’t? In this article we look at some examples and the reasons why some jurisdictions outlaw it.

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Photographs of two examples of structures made from bamboo poles. The one on the left has many triangular sections lashed together with dark brown cord. The one on the right is formed into a round structure with a large hole in the roof. In the bottom left of the image is a set of plans and across the top are the words "What Is Bamboo Architecture? (10 Reasons Why It's Unique)."
Bamboo

What Is Bamboo Architecture? (10 Reasons Why It’s Unique)

ByJim Pritchard March 13, 2023October 14, 2024

Bamboo architecture is gaining popularity, and for a good reason. This article answers the question, “what is bamboo architecture?” and explains the characteristics that make it ideal for construction.

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Bamboo Sustainable Architecture

The 10 Best Types of Bamboo for Construction: Why They Work

ByJim Pritchard March 12, 2023October 14, 2024

With over 1,400 documented species of bamboo available, which one should you choose for your next project? This article covers the 10 best types of bamboo for construction and explains their pros and cons.

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A complex bamboo structure with many individual members, mainly held together with lashings. Across the bottom of the image are the words "Everything You Need to Know About Bamboo Building Joints" written in dark brown on a semi-transparent yellow background. In the top left corner is a "Q&A" icon with the letters in speech bubbles.
Bamboo Sustainable Architecture

Everything You Need to Know About Bamboo Building Joints

ByJim Pritchard March 11, 2023October 14, 2024

Bamboo is great for building sustainable homes and other structures, but how do you join the individual poles together to form strong bamboo building joints? We answer this important question and others in this article, so click here to read more.

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A photograph of green bamboo plants on a green background. The words "How Sustainable Is Bamboo for Building (Pros and Cons)" are written across the top. In the bottom left and right corners are silhouettes of houses.
Bamboo Sustainable Architecture

How Sustainable Is Bamboo for Building (Pros and Cons)

ByJim Pritchard March 10, 2023October 14, 2024

Have you ever wondered how sustainable it is to use bamboo for building your next home? In this article, we look at this question in detail, setting out the pros and cons of bamboo in sustainable construction.

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A photograph of green bamboo culms with leaves on them on the left of the image, and a photo of a concrete chute pouring concrete from a concrete truck on a building site on the right of the image. The words "Bamboo vs. Concrete: The Pros and Cons of Building With Each" are written across the bottom in white letters with a green background. There are the letters "VS" in green with white outlines in the center of the image.
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Bamboo vs. Concrete: The Pros and Cons of Building With Each

ByJim Pritchard March 9, 2023November 8, 2024

Bamboo vs. concrete – which should you choose? In this article, we look at the pros and cons of each material and compare their attributes so you can decide for yourself which one to use in your next project.

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A bamboo roof viewed from the inside. It is light yellow in color and has a complex system of trusses, rafters and beams. Across the top are the words "Bamboo Roofs: Everything You Need to Know (Pergolas Too)."in the bottom left are the words "Did you know?" and in the bottom right is a picture of a bamboo grove, showing live plants.
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Bamboo Roofs: Everything You Need to Know (Pergolas Too)

ByJim Pritchard March 8, 2023August 24, 2024

Bamboo roofs are an eco-friendly and sustainable way to provide shelter from the wind, sun, and rain. But how do they perform, how do you install them, and can you use them on pergolas? This article covers all the angles to help you get the full picture.

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