2025-06-30
Last week Natural Building Australia was privileged to be asked to speak at the Australian Hemp Council’s annual showcase, the Hemp Connect Forum sponsored and supported […]
2025-06-23
I’m excited to introduce Kirstie from Shelter Building Design, a highly experienced building designer specialising in sustainable, natural, and eco-friendly architecture. With a deep passion for […]
2025-06-16
Earth floors and walls add natural beauty and sustainability to any home, but like all natural materials, they sometimes develop cracks. If you’ve noticed cracks starting […]
2025-06-13
As the world races to reduce emissions and build more sustainably, it seems almost absurd that two of the most promising, natural building materials—hemp and straw—remain […]
2025-06-02
Earthen floors—also known as adobe floors—offer a beautiful and sustainable alternative to modern flooring. Rooted in ancient traditions and reimagined for today’s natural homes, these floors […]
2025-05-12
Honouring tradition, embracing efficiency, and enhancing sustainability Round houses have been built for thousands of years across continents—from Mongolian gers (yurts) to African rondavels, from Celtic […]
2025-04-21
Building with Earth: Insights from the 2025 EBAA Conference Earlier this April, I had the pleasure of attending the Earth Building Association of Australia (EBAA) Conference, […]
2025-03-24
When a building reaches the end of its useful life, owners face a critical decision: should it be demolished or repurposed? This guide explores the factors […]
2025-03-17
Australia has some of the largest homes in the world, and it’s costing us—financially, environmentally, and socially. Over the past few decades, our houses have ballooned […]
2025-03-02
Yes, you can build a living roof (green roof) in Australia, but you need to consider structural integrity, waterproofing, climate factors, and local regulations. While green […]
2025-02-21
Exciting news for the building and construction industry in New South Wales! The state has officially added “Straw Panels” as an approved wall system in BASIX, […]
2025-01-25
Los Angeles wildfires spark interest in adobe, natural building materials | Reuters As the devastating wildfires in California, particularly in the Los Angeles area, continue to […]