Sustainable Architecture - Building Renewable

A stylish straw bale living room. There is a long, narrow window high up on the far wall and a wood burning stove set in a fireplace with rounded plaster corners. The room is furnished with a blue corner sofa and wood coffee table. The ceiling has wood panelling and a woven bamboo light shade. There is a TV in the corner of the room and the space is open plan, with another room visible to the right. Beautiful wooden posts and beams can also be seen with prominent grain. Across the bottom are the words "Straw Bale House Interiors Awesome Straw Bale Decor Tips."

Straw Bale House Interiors – Awesome Straw Bale Decor Tips

ByJim Pritchard February 21, 2023July 3, 2024

Straw bale house interiors can be finished in several ways. But which is best? We check out the top finishes and sprinkle in some decor tips!

An image of sheep's wool insulation placed between wooden joists in an attic. There is in icon representing water damage with three water drops in the middle of the picture and the words "Sheep's Wool Insulation and Water Damage" across the top.

Sheep’s Wool Insulation and Water Damage: Key Facts To Know

ByJim Pritchard February 20, 2023September 22, 2024

The issue of sheep’s wool insulation and water damage is something many people ask about because wool is a natural material and they think this makes it more susceptible. In this article, we tackle the common questions and bust a few myths in the process.

An image of a part-built straw bale house. The load bearing frame is visible and the bales of straw are stacked inside under cover thanks to the roof already being in place. The words "Straw Bale Construction Types - Pros and Cons of Each Type" are written across the bottom of the image.

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Straw Bale Construction Types – Pros and Cons of Each Type

ByJim Pritchard February 19, 2023September 13, 2024

There are several straw bale construction types in use today. This article presents the most common approaches and describes the pros and cons of each.

A screenshot from YouTube of a couple building an underground root cellar from earthbags. Across the bottom of the image are the words "Can You Build an Earthbag Home Underground?"

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Can You Build an Earthbag Home Underground? (4 Examples)

ByJim Pritchard February 18, 2023June 23, 2024

Can you build an earthbag home underground? In this article, we answer that question, and give examples to illustrate the reasons for our conclusions about this interesting combination of building techniques.

A construction worker wearing a checked shirt, protective glasses and glove, and a yellow hardhat. He also has a toolbelt around his waist and is holding a spirit level. The background is a bamboo wall and there is a twig of bamboo in the bottom left corner and a house icon in the bottom right. Across the top are the words "6 Bamboo Homebuilders To Check Out For Your Next Build"

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6 Bamboo Homebuilders To Check Out For Your Next Build

ByJim Pritchard February 13, 2023October 12, 2024

Our list of bamboo homebuilders helps you find the right company for designing and building your bamboo home. We list six of the best companies around today. Click here to learn more.

A row of bamboo huts on stilts with pent roofs and a covered decking area that overlook a spectacular view of a misty plan below. Across the top are the words "The 11 Coolest Bamboo Houses In The World (to Visit)."

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The 11 Coolest Bamboo Houses In The World (to Visit)

ByJim Pritchard February 11, 2023June 30, 2024

Do you want to visit some of the coolest bamboo houses in the world? Bamboo houses are fantastic places to stay and are some of the most eco-friendly buildings on the planet. Check out our list of the 11 coolest bamboo houses!

A round earthbag house under construction so the earthbags can still be seen. The structural elements of the roof have also been put up and there are holes for an entrance and a window. Across the top of the image are the words "Earthbag Home Builders in the USA."

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Check Out These 3 Earthbag Home Builders in the USA

ByJim Pritchard February 10, 2023September 6, 2024

Earthbag Home Builders in the US are like hen’s teeth, if not even rarer! But don’t worry if you’re having trouble finding someone to build an earthbag home for you. We’ve tracked down builders who will look after you no matter which state you want to build in.

A man in a building supplies store with a neat wall of cartoon earthbags in front of him. Behind him are many tools used in the construction of earthbag homes and other types of building. Across the top of the image are the words "The 8 Best Places to Buy Your Earthbag Building Supplies."

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The 8 Best Places to Buy Your Earthbag Building Supplies

ByJim Pritchard February 9, 2023October 14, 2024

Where are the best places to buy your earthbag building supplies? We look at 8 of the top places that can provide the building materials for an earthbag construction project.

An earthbag home comprising two dome structures either side of a cuboid shape with rounded corners. The domes have circular holes for the windows and the cuboid shaped section has rectangular holes. The house is still under construction and the layers of earthbag can be clearly seen.

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How Much Does an Earthbag Home Cost? (Is It Cheap to Build)

ByJim Pritchard February 8, 2023September 18, 2024

How much does an earthbag home cost to build? Stop scrolling now if you’re looking for an answer to this question because this article has all the answers you need. Click to learn more.

A cartoon drawing of the earth in green on a brown "cardboard-textured" background. There are eco-friendly symbols arranged around the earth, including recycling arrows, a frog, a green house, and a bicycle. The words "What Is an Eco-Friendly Material? (See These 11 Examples)" are written across the top in green letters. There is a green cartoon tree in the bottom left corner and a tick (or check mark) in the bottom right.

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What Is an Eco-Friendly Material? (See These 11 Examples)

ByJim Pritchard February 8, 2023October 13, 2024

Eco-friendly material can be used for building projects of any size. In this article, we look at some examples of eco-friendly material and their benefits. Click here for more info.