“This video is about small handbuilt homes and how building codes stand in the way. For the first part of this 2-part documentary on why we need small handbuilt homes please visit: https://youtu.be/dZF6d3gUdd0
alternative materials
The Complete Guide to Alternative Home Building Materials & Methods
“In the United States alone, the annual construction of over one million new homes causes a very substantial drain on natural resources. Today, approximately 60 percent of the timber cut down in our country is used for building homes. Using alternative home building materials and creating a greener home are about creating better homes that are environmentally friendly, are less expensive in the long run, and create healthier occupants.
Non Conventional Homes
Must see video of natural homes in Australia made with a wide range of natural materials. Even if some are too large for your tastes, look for design details.