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 […]
2026-01-26
As Australia continues to face increasingly severe bushfire seasons, interest in natural building materials like strawbale, hemp‑lime, and cob has surged. These materials have long been […]
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 […]
2025-10-13
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 ovens […]
2025-09-22
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 question—but […]
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 […]
2025-08-31
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 long […]
2025-07-14
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 mindset […]
2025-03-09
Explore the Future of Sustainable Living at the Natural Building Talks & Workshops – April 12-13, Chiltern, VIC Are you passionate about sustainable living and natural […]
2025-03-02
Yes, you can build a living roof (green roof) in Australia, but you need to consider structural integrity, waterproofing, climate factors, and local regulations. While green […]
2024-10-19
Which house walls are the best for durability and health ? When comparing Compressed Stabilized Earth Block (CSEB) walls and Cob walls, it’s essential to […]
2024-04-29
We’ve been compiling lists and hard drives for years of valuable resources for all natural building – whether you are looking into strawbale, cob or natural […]