For several years, Kelly and I have been filtering all the best earthbag content from the Web, writing extensively on all aspects of earthbag building and organizing the information for readers. There’s now an enormous amount of information available – so much that it’s difficult to keep up with everything. That’s one reason why our … Read more
A lot of people agree that the current system is broken and in need of new solutions, whether it’s the educational system, government or how to obtain affordable, decent housing. Inspired by sites such as UnCollege, and alternative systems such as distance learning, mentoring, apprenticeships, WWOOF, internships and volunteering, I’m exploring how to create the … Read more
Sorry you missed the workshop. I opened the latest issue of The Owner Builder magazine today and just found out about the earthbag bench workshop in Tasmania, Australia. (Tip: you can post your workshop announcements for free at EarthbagBuilding.com.) You can also read about the workshop on the web by visiting the link at the … Read more
Every year we publish the most popular blog posts for the last 12 months. We’ll do that again in November on our 4th anniversary. Our goal here is to look at the most popular blog posts since we’ve started – the Best of the Bestest. Think of them as hidden gems unless you’ve read all … Read more
Wabisabi Workshops Tentative workshop for APRIL 2012 being planned. Info below- Location: Panglao island Accommodation: Shared communal or camping included or private at your own cost. Within walking distance of site and sea. Price: under deliberation If resident of the Philippines please message us independently. Date : Sometime in April. Please tell us what is … Read more
Natural Building Colloquiums are the largest gatherings of natural builders who meet every year to share experiences, listen to guest speakers, watch slide shows and participate in natural builds. Locations vary between Kingston, New Mexico, Bath, New York, Oregon, and British Columbia. Last year’s event was at OUR Ecovillage in Vancouver. EarthUSA earthbuilding conference: Earth … Read more