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11 Cob House Examples That You Will Love (And Want to Build)

ByJim Pritchard July 15, 2023October 13, 2024

This article shares 11 cob house examples to inspire and excite you. By the time you’ve seen them all, you’ll want to build your own cob home.

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Cob House Grand Designs – How Are Kevin and Rose McCabe Now?

ByJim Pritchard July 14, 2023January 7, 2025

The Grand Designs Cob House, built by Kevin McCabe and his wife, is one of the finest examples of cob architecture built in recent times in the UK. This article explains how it was built and what Kevin and Rose are up to these days.

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The Top 20 Cob House Builders Who Can Build Your Dream Home

ByJim Pritchard July 13, 2023May 9, 2024

Are you looking for some good cob house builders to help build your new cob home? This article gives a rundown of the top 20 cob house builders and what makes them so good.

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10 Cob House Plans – Get The Best Plans for Your Cob House

ByJim Pritchard July 12, 2023January 13, 2025

Cob house plans are a critical first step towards building your dream cob house. This article introduces some of the most popular cob house plans available and gives a flavor of the features available with each.

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How to Build a Cob Oven: The Ultimate Guide In 13 Easy Steps

ByJim Pritchard July 11, 2023September 5, 2024

If you want to build a cob oven, there are some important things you need to know to ensure its safety and durability. This article explains how to build a cob oven the right way in 13 easy steps.

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Cob House Building Workshops: Learn How to Build a Cob House

ByJim Pritchard July 10, 2023October 13, 2024

This article gives you a run-down of the top cob house building workshops available in the US today. If you have anything from a few days to over a month available to learn cob construction, we’ve found the course for you.

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The Future of Cob Houses: Innovations and Advancements

ByJim Pritchard July 9, 2023October 13, 2024

The future of cob houses is bright. This article explains why there’s been a resurgence in cob construction, and looks at innovations we can expect to see in future.

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Cob House Tours: Examples of Cob Homes Around the World

ByJim Pritchard July 7, 2023October 13, 2024

What do cob house look like when they’re finished? The mini cob house tours presented in this article will help you envisage the types of home it’s possible to build with cob.

A photograph of an orange cob house with a sweeping roof with large overhangs and a balcony outside the upper floor at the front. Across the top are the words "How to Finance Your Cob House: Options to Fund Your New Home," in the bottom left is a lightbulb with a dollar sign inside.

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How to Finance Your Cob House: Options to Fund Your New Home

ByJim Pritchard July 6, 2023October 13, 2024

Do you know how to finance your cob house? Although some lenders baulk at the idea of lending money for a cob house, there are still plenty of options. This article explains the best ways to finance a cob house.

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Cob House Roofs: How to Protect Your Home From the Elements

ByJim Pritchard July 5, 2023October 13, 2024

Cob house roofs are the “hat” that keeps the rain out and protects the house from water damage. Given that cob houses are susceptible to water damage, getting the roof right is very important. This article tells you everything you need to know.