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Magical houses, made of bamboo

Natural Building Blog Posted on April 19, 2017 by Kelly HartApril 19, 2017

“You’ve never seen buildings like this. The stunning bamboo homes built by Elora Hardy and her team in Bali twist, curve and surprise at every turn. They defy convention because the bamboo itself is so enigmatic. No two poles of … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged Bali, bamboo, bamboo house, bamboo house design, bamboo school, magical bamboo houses, magical houses, natural building | 2 Replies

Low Cost Bamboo Truss System

Natural Building Blog Posted on May 14, 2016 by Kelly HartMay 14, 2016

Most of our readers know the world’s forests are being rapidly depleted. Sustainable alternatives are desperately needed. Low cost bamboo is a promising alternative building material because it’s rapidly renewable and widely available. Bamboo is especially well suited for Nepal … Continue reading →

Posted in Roofs | Tagged affordable, bamboo, bamboo building, bamboo construction, bamboo joinery, bamboo roof, bamboo truss, low cost, natural building, Nepal | 1 Reply

Low Cost Bamboo Ecological Housing in Nicaragua

Natural Building Blog Posted on October 20, 2015 by Kelly HartOctober 20, 2015

“A video summary of Co2 Bambú Nicaraguan Guadua activities since beginning in 2008 through 2010.”

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Posted in General | Tagged bamboo, bamboo building, bamboo construction, bamboo house, low cost, natural building, preservation, sustainable | 4 Replies

DinDang Natural Building Center

Natural Building Blog Posted on April 16, 2015 by Kelly HartApril 16, 2015

“The DinDang Natural Building and Living Center aims to promote the natural and traditional techniques of building and the lifestyle that goes with it in the Phato area in southern Thailand.

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Posted in Workshops | Tagged adobe, bamboo, cob, earth, earth house, learning center, natural building, natural materials, Thailand, training | Leave a reply

Bamboo: The Wise Man’s Timber

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 24, 2015 by Kelly HartMarch 24, 2015

10 facts about Bamboo that make this unique plant so versatile.

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Posted in General | Tagged bamboo, bamboo building, bamboo construction, bamboo house, eco friendly, low cost, natural building, renewable, sustainable | Leave a reply

Low Tech Ferrocement Roof Building System

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 13, 2015 by Kelly HartMarch 13, 2015

“Total roof size 360sqm approx 1 inch wire mesh 22 gauge Days worked so far: 34 working days till last layer on last section laid. Total cost so far $2800 not including patio post rebuild. Also waterproofing and painting not … Continue reading →

Posted in Roofs | Tagged affordable, bamboo, DIY, ferrocement, ferrocement roof, low tech, natural building, roundhouse, wind resistant | 1 Reply

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