An interesting development in Ladakh is going viral and for good reason too. Sonam Wangchuk, the famous inventor and educator who has inspired the masses by his initiatives at the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL) is again in the limelight ...
Building earth homes from natural materials (that are locally available) reflects back on the age-old times when we humans started ascending the ladder of evolution. Fast forward to the 21st century and technology has changed the complexion of architecture and ...
As modern construction activities are resulting in resource depletion and environmental degradation, it’s high time for us to be aware of negative consequences of the wrath. It’s heartening to see people switching to 3D printed homes, just to lower the ...
Looking for a 100% natural building material? Cob is the answer. It is one of the most eco-friendly construction materials which is incredibly strong and durable. Cob a mix of sandy-sub soil, clay, straw and a bit of angular stones/gravel. ...
Initiative to go green is in full swing all around the globe; considering the adverse consequences of global warming. And we appreciate those who are inspiring the world to go green, in their own unique ways. One of the go-green ...
Although most of us still look for a luxurious abode with all the modern amenities, the trend is gradually shifting toward off-grid living. People who want to take the next step toward sustainable living are going for energy-efficient options like ...
The concept of constructing houses from mud is not new, as its been done since ages. We all have made houses as kids, creating little dwellings with mud. Cob houses are organic structures and they aren’t for everyone because they require ...
There are billions of homeless people around the world, looking for basic means of living. However, it’s not easy to build concrete houses in a day or two. But the Italian 3D printing company WASP (World’s Advanced Saving Project) may ...
Over the years, clay and stone houses have been replaced by buildings made from cement and bricks. But do you know that the traditional cob houses were the most natural and sustainable ways of living? These clay and straw houses ...
Anna Webster, a fourth-year student at The Cass in London Metropolitan University School of art, architecture and design, has framed Nkabom House- a prototype zero carbon house in Ghana. The house is built as an entry for the Mud House Design Competition, organized by ...