Turkey

Podcast: The independence and empowerment of earthbag building with Atulya K Bingham

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“Today I have a guest with a truly remarkable story and journey into natural building. Atulya Bingham is the author of “Mud Ball” and “Mud Mountain”, both of which cover her incredible experiences moving to the countryside in Turkey and learning to build her own home with earth bags. She has also written numerous educational … Read more

Earthbag Bungalows at Reflections Camp

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Earthbag bungalows at resort in Turkey
Earthbag bungalows at resort in Turkey

“Reflections Camp is located in Kabak Koyu inside Kabak Valley (Turkey) and was the fourth camp to be established. Reflections’ focus is on preservation of nature and the enhancement of beauty inside the camp. Where others in Kabak Koyu have concentrated on bigger and more we have spent our time on special designs such as our beautiful Yin – Yang fireplace area, natural wood pieces, mosaics, earth roofs and the overall design of our camp. As well we are superbly located at least 100 meters away from the cluster of other camps with amazing views of both the sea and towering mountains. Reflections is just a seven minute walk from the beach through Kabak Valley’s olive groves, amidst a forest abundant with Red Pines, Carab and Manzanita trees, patches of thyme, lilac and wild flowers!”

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Earthbag House in Turkey Survives 6.1 Earthquake

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This earthbag house withstood heavy rains and a recent 6.1 earthquake.
This earthbag house withstood heavy rains and a recent 6.1 earthquake.

Earthbag Foundations for Soggy Seismic Areas
By Kerry Bingham
As far as I know, mine was the second earthbag structure to be built in Turkey, and it was met with widespread skepticism. With frequent earthquakes, severe flash-flooding on the south coast during the winter months and rising damp, many thought the house would either ‘melt’, slide or be shaken to the ground.

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