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...

For thousands of years, humans have used fire not just for warmth, but as a central pillar of our food systems. While the stovetops and...

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...

One of the most common concerns about natural building is whether materials like straw, hemp, or cob will attract rodents and pests. It’s a fair...

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...

In August and September 2025, the Australian Passivhaus Association (APA) launched its inaugural Passivhaus Incubator Course, a transformative initiative aimed at equipping public servants with...

Rammed earth is gaining fresh momentum in Australia as a sustainable, durable, and visually striking building method. Though not yet formally codified in the National...

As Australia faces increasingly extreme weather patterns and escalating concerns around sustainable development, there’s been a quiet resurgence in one of humanity’s oldest construction techniques...

As climate concerns intensify, architects and builders across Australia are seeking materials that not only perform well but also tread lightly on the planet. There’s...

Natural building methods consist of an array of construction techniques that rely on locally sourced, largely unprocessed materials. These approaches are rooted in indigenous practices...