2026-08-10
Recently, Matt Carland from Carland Construction shared a thought-provoking perspective on the building industry’s long-standing focus on energy efficiency. If you don’t already follow Matt, his […]
2026-08-02
As Australia’s climate continues to change, conversations about housing can no longer focus on comfort and aesthetics alone. Increasingly, we need homes that are resilient, energy […]
2026-07-14
Australia’s built environment is responsible for a significant proportion of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions, with increasing attention now being paid not only to operational energy […]
2026-06-15
Natural builders often try to minimise the use of concrete and cement, but completely avoiding them isn’t always practical. Concrete still has a place in natural […]
2026-05-28
There’s something deeply hopeful about building a home with the earth beneath your feet. In a time when housing feels increasingly expensive, inaccessible, and disconnected from […]
2026-02-13
For many owner-builders drawn to natural materials, the idea of airtightness can feel slightly at odds with the philosophy that brought them there in the first […]
2025-12-15
When people hear the term permaculture, they often picture thriving gardens, productive backyards, community orchards, or regenerative farms. While these are all part of permaculture, the […]
2025-12-08
Windows are one of the most influential elements in any home’s performance. They control how light enters a space, how heat moves in and out, and […]
2025-12-01
Tiny houses aren’t just a novelty anymore. Across Australia, they’re becoming a genuine alternative to conventional housing, offering people a way to live more lightly, affordably […]
2025-11-17
Choosing the right finish for clay or lime plaster isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about moisture balance, durability, and keeping your natural home healthy for […]
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 […]
2025-09-14
Thankfully we are living in an era where architecture that is increasingly unsustainable, digital, fast-paced, and disconnected to nature is coming into question. The Earth Building […]