Engineering professor Mark Aschheim launched students in key research that underpins new cob building code. Engineering professor launched students in key research that underpins new cob building code ...

Stem wall of urbanite and earthbag. We live in exciting times in the world of natural building! In the grand scheme of things, the natural building movement is still in its infancy. While building ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Building an earthen home from scratch might sound daunting to some, but for Daniel and Katherine Ray, ...

For some, a traditional home doesn't cut it. And for others, a traditional building process doesn't cut it either. Whether it's to reduce energy use, create a more environmentally friendly space or ...

Mud walls may sound like a relic of the past, but natural builders say they could play a much bigger role in the future of American housing. A new social media post featuring famed environmentalist ...

Making homes out of clay, sand and straw — a material called “cob” — might raise eyebrows in earthquake country, but Bay Area devotees are hoping to gain acceptance for what they say is an inexpensive ...

Editor's note: Pictures 4-8 courtesy of naturalhomes.org. Forget about the usual building materials such as concrete, vinyl siding or pink foam insulation when it comes to Paulina Wojciechowska's home ...

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In this age of hyper-capitalism, many people dream of moving completely "off the grid." This ideal stems from the desire to just enjoy living without the stresses or pressures that come from modern ...