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Build an Indigenous Village at Standing Rock

Natural Building Blog Posted on December 7, 2016 by Kelly HartDecember 7, 2016

“This is an incredible time of positive change! Time to bring traditional structures and lifeways back in new and exciting ways! Standing Rock is bringing together Indigenous led Water Protectors and Earth Warriors in profound ways, supporting the just transition … Continue reading →

Posted in Community | Tagged earth lodge, indigenous architecture, indigenous building, Native American, natural building, standing rock, straw bale house, tiny house, traditional architecture, traditional building | 4 Replies

The Earthlodge

Natural Building Blog Posted on November 3, 2016 by Kelly HartNovember 3, 2016

“The structure of this beautiful cordwood & cob roundhouse was built in just 9 days with an amazing crew from Shift Bristol permaculture school. Inspired by traditional Celtic British dwellings, it is a rich and earthy place to sit by … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged DIY, earth lodge, EarthHeart, earthlodge, low cost, natural building, sustainable building, traditional | Leave a reply

Quiggly Holes

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 10, 2016 by Kelly HartMarch 10, 2016

“Ever wonder what it would be like to live completely underground? Picture a beautifully built dwelling etched into the ground, used as refuge from cold winter months. This is what is known as a ‘Quiggly Hole’ or an earth lodge … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged earth bermed, earth lodge, earth shelter, first nations, Native American, natural building, pit house, primitive shelter, underground | 2 Replies

The Beauty of Earth Lodges

Natural Building Blog Posted on December 18, 2011 by Kelly HartDecember 18, 2011

Earth lodges are just as beautiful and practical now as they have been for thousands of years. The above photo and videos provide a glimpse of what living in an earth lodge is like. They’re a good example of timeless … Continue reading →

Posted in Building Styles, Design, Economics, Introduction | Tagged earth lodge, earthbag, earthbag building, earthbag construction, earthbag house, earthbag lodge, sand bag | Leave a reply

Earthbag Lodge with Domes

Natural Building Blog Posted on December 18, 2011 by Kelly HartDecember 18, 2011

Specifications: Lodge = 800 sq. ft. interior, 19’ interior DIA master bedroom dome plus loft = 452 sq. ft., two 16’ interior DIA bedrooms plus lofts = 600 sq. ft., one 16’ interior DIA bath/mechanical dome = 201 sq. ft., … Continue reading →

Posted in Building Styles, Design, Domes, Introduction | Tagged earth lodge, earthbag, earthbag building, earthbag dome, earthbag lodge, home plan, house plan | Leave a reply

Earthbag Lodge

Natural Building Blog Posted on December 24, 2010 by Kelly HartDecember 24, 2010

Based on ancient Native American designs, this earthbag lodge with living roof will keep you cozy and warm even in the harshest climates, because it is compact, earth-sheltered, insulated and uses wood heat. South-facing windows and skylight over the kitchen … Continue reading →

Posted in Building Styles, Climate, Design, Economics, Introduction | Tagged earth lodge, earthbag, earthbag building, earthbag construction, earthbag home, earthbag house, earthbag lodge | 1 Reply

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