Ex-rocket scientist, Kristina Barile, from Harvard and MIT now builds natural living structures and permaculture farms in Panama. She is an expert in building mud homes who offers workshops and videos to help people embrace natural building technologies and live off the grid. On her Instagram account, Kristina posted a video explaining the difference between … Read more
Over the past couple of years, Michael Ryan Leinweber has been working to spread the word about hempcrete, a mash of natural lime and hemp hurds that can be formed into blocks used in place of fibreglass and mineral wool. Leinweber’s business, Gnome Homes Hempcrete, has the motto “Dream it, Build it, Live it.” “I’ve … Read more
Dry-stone wallers perform an ancient, essential craft that has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years. From graphic designers to yoga instructors, more and more people are changing careers to learn the skill. In France, artisans now have access to a training school with a state-certified diploma, and public officials are keen to employ them for departmental … Read more
Minnesota appears to be the first US state on the path to adopting the newest official residential building codes featuring hempcrete and strawbale. The nine-member Technical Advisory Group voted in favor of hempcrete and strawbale, said advocates who had to appear before the advisory board twice with significant revisions to finally get approval. “When we … Read more
The bamboo construction industry is making headlines for its astonishing market growth. Builders and architects are seeking alternatives that reduce carbon footprints and resource depletion. Bamboo is fast-growing and environmentally friendly. This isn’t just a trend—it’s a fundamental shift in how we think about green construction. You can read the original article at www.msn.com
In Philippine mythology, Aman Sinaya is the revered goddess of the sea, wielding her power over the ocean and its inhabitants. This deity, therefore, serves as a fitting inspiration for the name of a sustainable beachfront home on the island of Mindanao known for its rollicking waves and white-sand beaches. Like a goddess facing the … Read more