This New Mud Home Built of Hemp and Earth Demonstrates Super Energy Efficiency in the UK

This innovative mud home, constructed with a blend of hemp straw, earth, and water, stands as a testament to the marriage of ancient construction methods and modern energy efficiency standards in the UK. Architect Anthony Hudson, drawing inspiration from centuries-old techniques, ...

Exquisite Tiny House (Extremely Energy Efficient)

PRICE DROP! – This precious home is 399 sq ft. It measures 11 x 36. There’s a porch in front and a darling juliette balcony in the rear. The loft is huge for storage or additional sleeping. There are granite countertops in the kitchen, bath, and built-in bedroom dresser. ...

Essential Hempcrete Construction: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Hempcrete is a versatile, energy-efficient natural insulation material, useful for walls, roofs, and floors. Made from the inner stem of the hemp plant mixed with a lime-based binder, it is a very strong, lightweight and breathable alternative to manufactured insulations. Essential ...

Energy-Efficient Contemporary Home

When you see it from a distance, you might be tempted to criticize the amount of electricity it consumes, especially during the night. But Midori Uchi is not your ordinary residence. Even though it has a modern and quite attracting design, the home is actually a positive energy output ...

Modern and Minimalistic Design With Asymmetric Shape in Herzlyia, Israel

This house from Herzlyia, Israel has both a modern and a minimalistic design. With its slightly irregular shape a good distribution of the natural light in the house is assured.  It was designed by Sharon Neuman Architects studio, and has more then 215 square meters, comprised of ...

Energy-Efficient Residence in California

Fernau + Hartman Architects completed an energy-efficient, interesting looking contemporary home located in Santa Ynez, California, USA. The property belongs to a couple of serious art collectors and former gallery owners and consists of various protected courtyards, a swimming pool, ...
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