Tracy King found the perfect, 80-acre piece of land near Hye, Texas. It was a beautiful spread, shadowed by gorgeous live oaks and cedar elms. Her first order of business was stewardship of the land that had been long neglected. King conceived of a main home that would honor the wild, inherent beauty she fought to … Read more
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
Constructed with traditional rammed earth, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Australia has a grounded, timeless aesthetic. Natural timber features flow throughout the home to create warmth, texture, and an immediate sense of calm. The home is anchored by a spacious lounge featuring a wood fire, complemented by split system heating and cooling for year-round comfort. … Read more
Orientated to capture sweeping views this property brings together a rammed earth and timber residence with a lovely landscape. The home is arranged over multiple split levels. Rammed earth walls, slate flooring and timber detailing create a rural and solid feeling. The kitchen is fitted with timber cabinetry and benchtops. A sunken lounge forms a … Read more
This experimental Wiltshire dwelling is a new home for a couple and is literally born from the landscape. It’s made with materials from the site using rammed-earth. For the owners, living inside its monolithic walls is a uniquely grounding experience. ‘I feel completely cocooned and safe,’ says the wife. ‘It’s so quiet, peaceful and warm,’ … Read more
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