Straw-bale construction was cultivated around 125 years ago in Nebraska, according to a press release from Monarch Architecture. The approach has gained real popularity in Europe over the past ...

The Straw Bale Eco Center was awarded the 2008 Merit Award for Excellence in Architectural Design by AIA Indiana, 2008 Alternative Power and Energy Award, 2008 Accent on Architecture Award, and ...

Straw Bale House was designed by Atelier Kaiser Shen Clad in silver fir wood with a steeply pitched roof, the building subtly adopts both the grain and the roof shape of its village setting.

Straw-bale construction was cultivated around 125 years ago in Nebraska, according to a press release from Monarch Architecture. The approach has gained real popularity in Europe over the past ...

The result is detailed in a short film Patagonia released earlier this month called “Home, Grown.” It shows the sleeves-up, hands-dirty process of building a straw bale home on Chouinard’s ...

The straw-bale house, once found only in the sticks, is coming to town. From Laguna Beach to the Bay Area, building officials are giving their blessing to straw-bale houses cropping up between ...

Using straw to insulate houses is relatively new. It gained popularity in Europe but has been used in the U.S. as well. In addition to absorbing carbon, straw has numerous environmental benefits.

Straw bale gardening? What will they think of next? Actually, straw bale/mortar home construction is a big industry. In the garden, straw bales are big, too.

After the 12th day, touch the bale to check for heat. If it is cool to touch, you can plant. To plant, dig small pockets or holes into the straw and set plants into the holes.

Straw-bale construction was cultivated around 125 years ago in Nebraska, according to a press release from Monarch Architecture. The approach has gained real popularity in Europe over the past ...