2026-09-14
When we talk about sustainable buildings, the conversation often turns to new technology, high-performance materials and the latest energy-efficient systems. But some of the most useful […]
2025-10-06
Nestled among the rolling hills and eucalyptus trees of Eltham, Victoria, Montsalvat is more than just a historic artists’ colony — it’s a living testament to […]
2025-08-11
Mud brick and more, architectural designs by Alistair Knox in the State Library of Victoria collection words by: Bridie Flynn, Senior Collection Curator, Victorian & Australian […]
2025-07-07
Nestled in the heart of Western Australia’s Margaret River wine region, Indica Hemp House stands as a testament to what’s possible when natural building, eco-conscious design, […]
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 […]
2025-02-21
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, […]
2024-09-16
So you think you’d like to get more hands on with natural materials? You’re a bit handy, or not, and you’d like to get involved with […]
2024-08-21
Compressed Stabilised Earth Blocks (CSEB) are an eco-friendly and sustainable building material made from a mixture of soil, sand, and a stabilizing agent, typically cement or […]
2024-06-07
If you have ever taken a step – especially with bare feet – on an earthen floor, you would probably have felt the difference and […]
2024-02-19
Recently I visited the hemp building project underway in Campbell’s Creek in central Victoria being built by Aman and her husband, and led by experienced hemp […]
2023-11-09
Most people have heard of the term ‘mud-brick’ houses, in fact they are one of the most famous in the southern states of Australia. It’s true, […]
2023-11-08
Much of our research and experience involves cold climates, but what about passive solar design for warmer or more humid areas? If you dive into most […]