Rammed Earth

In this post we look at rammed earth construction, how it works and some examples of some great rammed earth contemporary projects.

In this post we look at rammed earth construction, how it works and some examples of some great rammed earth contemporary projects.

In this post we look at rammed earth construction, how it works and some examples of some great rammed earth contemporary projects.

Welcome to the detailed wrap up of the rammed earth wall sections that have recently sprouted on the AltShiftNZ research and development site. This post will hopefully clarify and solidify one's understanding of compacted earth walls (if it doesn't please ask questions!). First, and most necessary for this type of earthen building method, is the formwork. The formwork is composed of 4 main elements: (1) the 'shutters' which are approximately 4'X8' 2 in. thick pieces of plywood. (2) 2"x10"…

A design-build team demonstrates the durability of an ancient material.

SIREWALL - Stabilized, Insulated Rammed Earth

We require a Sheep/Alpaca shelter for the winter, Soooooo Let's build one with Rammed Earth Walls :) Over top of this we will make a Hip Roof with an inside height of 6' Nailing down the anchor plates coming along nicely Ok, lets make this happen! Dampening the earth, no color in this just to see how it looks. First shovel Adding a little lime for decoration Just about done First one Done! This was my first time running the tamper (Kristin) as seen near the bottom, good thing sheep…

In this post we look at rammed earth construction, how it works and some examples of some great rammed earth contemporary projects.

One of Ontario’s first insulated rammed earth home is a testament to the method’s attributes.

38 ideias de casa sustentável, varias ideias reaproveitando madeiras, garrafas, troncos de arvores colocando em ação