Recycled Polystyrene Insulation

Those living in extremely cold climates such as Canada and Alaska need lots of insulation so their home is warm and comfortable. We typically recommend using scoria, pumice, perlite and vermiculite, but from what we’ve been told these materials are not readily available or cost effective in the far north. Hideo, one of our readers, … Read more

Bags with Plastic Liners

Question: I can only find second hand (misprinted) woven polypropylene gusseted bags that have a laminated coating on the inside (for flour and other food products). The laminated coating is actually integrated into the bag so you can’t tear it out (almost like a thin, iron on layer). Do you think the laminated coating will … Read more

Earthbag Dome Fort

The Dome Fort is my latest castle design. At 100’ x 112’, the 10’ high by 3’ thick (at the base) fortified walls enclose 9,964 square feet. The Dome Fort showcases individual designs and combines them into a self sustaining, fortified homestead, where a group of 5-20 people could weather economic and social upheaval. This … Read more

Tiny: The Documentary about Living Small

[vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/28422870 w=400&h=225] TINY: A Story About Living Small (Teaser Trailer) from TINY on Vimeo. Here’s another great find from TinyHouseDesign.com. The video is due out in Spring 2012. Visit the website below for the latest updates. Tiny – a story about living small

Earthbag EcoRanchos

Thank you so much. I just placed an order on your website for PDF plans. I wanted to order another one but am not sure if they are shipped or will be sent by e-mail. I must say you really have made some very nice designs and a wonderful webpage. I am also looking forward … Read more

Earthbag Castle

My goal with this project has been twofold: 1. showcase individual designs (which included some designs that have been on the drawing board for months), and 2. combine them into a self sustaining, fortified homestead, where a group of 5-20 people could weather economic and social upheaval. It is not designed to withstand a direct … Read more