Straw bale construction methods are becoming increasingly popular as people take advantage of the high insulation levels and eco-friendliness it offers. But what is the cost of a straw bale house? This article provides the answer.
Bamboo is a popular building material in many parts of the world. This article looks at the best bamboo density for building the strongest structures. Click to learn more.
Straw bale insulation has been around for many years, but can it improve the comfort of your home by controlling temperatures more effectively than other types of insulation? We find out in this article.
Someone asked me, “what is an eco-building anyway?” This is my brief answer to that question and includes some examples of features that are often included in an eco-building.
Modern earthbag homes are not just easy to build and sustainable, but they offer the opportunity to create some exciting and modern designs. In this article, we take a look at 20 earthbag homes with real individuality.
You might have heard that straw bale houses are very thermally efficient thanks to the high R-values of their walls. They can also offer fantastic freedom of design, which I showcase in this article, presenting the 10 most amazing staw bale houses in the world.
Do you know where to find straw bale house plans? If not, you will be the time you finish reading this article. We present a roundup of the top 4 companies in the US that offer plans for sale.
There are plenty of eco-friendly straw bale house builders in the US, you just need to know where to look. This article gives you a roundup of the top 11 straw bale builders in the US.
You can save money by using earthbags to make a root cellar to store your produce. If you want to learn how to create one of these awesome secret cellars, read our article today.
What is a straw bale house? It sounds like a simple question, but how do you go about building a house made from straw, and is it a good idea to build one in 2023?