A Former Vicarage Transformed into a Wonderful Home

This Northumberland former Vicarage, adjoining cottage, and original stone Coach House has been transformed into a wonderful home. The five bedroom stone period house was built in 1861 and has accommodations are set over two floors. The house has been improved and restored over the last 15 years, creating a family home with great versatility, … Read more

A Lovely Homestead in Australia

Tucked away within native bushland, this secluded retreat offers a rare sense of peace and privacy.  Positioned to capture natural light and stunning surroundings, the home features a spectacular curved timber roof and a striking stone fireplace. The rammed earth construction, paired with beautiful hardwood timber interiors, ensures the home stays naturally cool in summer … Read more

Touring a Complex Earthbag Home Still Under Construction

In this video we explore a unique complex earthbag dome house, showing its impressive architecture. It shows how this budget friendly home building process is possible, even for beginners. The home design features arches and domes that create a distinctive interior design. Join us for a full house tour that showcases these innovative construction techniques. … Read more

A Mud Brick Off-Grid Home in Australia

Set among 40 acres of native woodland, this three bedroom mud brick house offers a peaceful off-grid lifestyle in the heart of Central Victoria, Australia.  Built in 2000, the house was designed for passive solar heating. The residence enjoys lovely views across the garden, surrounding bushland and one of the property’s two dams. A Trust … Read more

A Palatial, Hand Rammed Earth House in India

This 5,660-square-foot home in Hyderabad, India—named Aurva Illam—was built entirely by hand, with hand-poured and hand-rammed earth. The spaces are designed to work with the climate, shaping a home that’s almost monastic with thermal autonomy, and a way of living that makes air-conditioning unnecessary. “From the outset, the intention was to build an earth home … Read more

Five Projects Utilizing Rammed Earth

By using local resources and eliminating energy-heavy manufacturing, rammed earth aligns with global decarbonization goals. It has become a preferred choice among forward-thinking people committed to sustainability. Below are five projects utilizing rammed earth in a variety of ways. An Eco-Village in rural São Paulo includes three homes ranging from a 538-square-foot studio to a … Read more