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...

In a world where building materials are increasingly synthetic, sealed, and short-lived, lime render offers a grounded alternative—natural, breathable, and time-tested. More than just a...

Mud brick and more, architectural designs by Alistair Knox in the State Library of Victoria collection words by: Bridie Flynn, Senior Collection Curator, Victorian &...

Straw bale construction is gaining momentum again — not just for its low embodied carbon and beautiful aesthetics, but for its thermal performance, simplicity, and...

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...

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...

Natural building is as much about philosophy as it is about technique. Working with earth, straw, lime, clay, and reclaimed materials calls for a different...

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...

When it comes to using natural materials in construction, fire safety is often one of the first concerns raised—especially in Australia’s bushfire-prone landscape. But member...