Sustainable Building

Thatching

Thatching is the traditional method of roofing using vegetation, typically long straw, reeds, or grasses, woven together to form a watertight covering. It’s a time-honored building technique offering unique aesthetic and practical benefits. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Natural Material: Uses readily available plant materials like straw, reeds, or grasses. Hand-Woven: Requires skilled craftsmanship to … Read more

Natural Building

Natural building refers to a construction method that uses locally sourced, natural materials to create sustainable and environmentally friendly structures. It prioritizes minimal environmental impact and utilizes materials with low embodied energy. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Sustainable Materials: Utilizing materials like straw bales, cob, timber framing, earth, and recycled materials. Low Embodied Energy: Minimizing … Read more