2026-03-31
Recently we were honoured to have experienced architect and passive house designer Talina Edwards join us for the first session of the year-long Masterclass series. In […]
2025-12-22
Once upon a time, all homes were constructed from natural materials. Out of necessity, humans learned to take locally abundant resources and shape them into shelter. […]
2025-11-10
With Kyle Holzhueter & Pamimomi Permaculture, in partnership with Somakosha School Kumenan, Okayama Prefecture — October 25 – November 2, 2025 Nestled in the green folds […]
2025-11-03
Walk into a traditional Moroccan hammam or riad and you’ll likely notice it — a soft, seamless sheen that catches the light like polished stone, yet […]
2025-10-20
As more Australians explore natural building materials for sustainability, health, and comfort, hempcrete has become a standout option. Most of the stories we hear are about […]
2025-07-28
Who says that you have to use conventional pre-fab materials with high carbon footprints in order to achieve passive house standards? Our friends over at Envirotecture […]
2025-07-21
In the Barkly, history is never far from the surface. You can feel it in the red dust, the way it clings to skin and memory. […]
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 […]
2025-06-02
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 […]
2025-04-21
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, […]
2025-02-21
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, […]
2024-11-25
Land can be one of the most expensive items in your budget when building your own natural/alternative home. You can always add on to your house, […]