Rooted in community and tribal wisdom, ‘Common Ground‘ is a commune that centers human friendly experiences and highlights the importance of preservation by shining a light on different forms of sustainable architecture, art, music, and farming. Operating out of Bengaluru and Kerala, India, Common Ground is a commune that believes that our planet does not … Read more
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
While floodwater once signalled an immediate retreat for coastal communities, today’s delta regions are viewing rising tides as a signal for radical redesign. Where great rivers finally meet the tide, flooding has become a constant pulse shaped by rising oceans, heavier rains, and land that is quietly sinking beneath our feet. So how do you … Read more
A small home in Kenya has successfully used insulation panels grown from farm byproducts and fungal mycelium. A homeowner invested roughly 208 US dollars into these innovative mycelium building panels. This shows that affordable wall alternatives are achievable without relying on imported plastics or synthetic foams. Lightweight mycelium building panels can also reduce the number … Read more
Compressed earth blocks are a combination of soil, mechanical engineering, and high-density compression capable of transforming the ground of the construction site into structural blocks used to erect resistant, stable, and visually striking walls. The technology combines thermal efficiency with low emissions. Any soil with between 10% and 30% clay can work for producing compacted … Read more
Ebiobambu is a School of Bioarchitecture and Experimental Research and Technology Center for Bamboo in the mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro. They developed an approach that integrates agroforestry cultivation, research on construction techniques, and training of specialized labor. The main species used in Ebiobambu’s projects is Guadua bamboo. one of the best structural bamboos … Read more