Here are two must-have winter workshop tools that make winter projects a breeze: The Reconnx Nail Kicker NR-101 and the Oneida Dust Deputy. If you want to use reclaimed lumber for a project, but it’s full of nails, the Reconnx Nail Kicker will save you loads of time. The Oneida Dust Deputy hooks up to your shop vac and stores the dust, preventing clogs. Originally published as "Winter Workshop Wonders" December 2007/January 2008 MOTHER EARTH NEWS.
What are underground homes and how to build an earth berm house, with solutions to problems and expert advice.
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Is cob building legal? Since the Cob Construction Appendix was published, building a cob house to code in America is legal when following these guidelines.
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As someone who loves being surrounded by nature, I have always been fascinated by forest houses.
Six years after buying his land in Poland Bogdan has a beautiful natural home.
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Wouldn’t it be nice to own your own green dream home, made with recycled and natural materials and packed with custom features? Whether you’re an experienced builder or have never picked up a power tool in your life, you can build a natural eco-friendly home with user-friendly, low-cost materials like cob, cordwood, straw and the […]
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Kristen fell in love with cob after visiting a natural building site and immediately started to draw up plans for her home.
As someone who loves being surrounded by nature, I have always been fascinated by forest houses.
Nestled in South Paris, it's artful, efficient, and rock solid.
This Earthship home is an incredibly gorgeous, off grid eco-retreat. It's nestled into a hillside in beautiful Waikato, New Zealand.
The idea of stacking straw bales to create a super insulated and natural shelter first appeared on the Nebraska plains over 100 years ago and some of these original homes are still in use.
As someone who loves being surrounded by nature, I have always been fascinated by forest houses.
Cob houses are an amazing way to build a house. In this simple guide I break down everything you need to know about building a beautiful cob home.
What if there was a low-cost way to build an eco-friendly, fire-proof, water-proof and insect-proof home? That you could do all yourself with readily-available materials like water, concrete and detergent? Meet DomeGaia! A company committed
Earthbag houses are typically simple to design and build, especially when building a dome-shaped home. See exactly how this Earthbag dome was constructed.
A sincere dream. Since stumbling on the concept of an earth ship in late 2012, I have wanted to help create an autonomous vista from the ground up – earlier this year I had that opportunity.
On the other hand, we have natural homes. Sure there might be lots of dust traps, but they appeal to the human side of our soul... that side that knows we are a part of nature. Most of us find natural homes strangely appealing because they offer a sense of tranquillity that is often lacking in our hectic lives.
Naturvillan has designed a self- sufficient nature house called Atri incorporated with a greenhouse in Sweden.
Cob houses are an amazing way to build a house. In this simple guide I break down everything you need to know about building a beautiful cob home.
A sincere dream. Since stumbling on the concept of an earth ship in late 2012, I have wanted to help create an autonomous vista from the ground up – earlier this year I had that opportunity.
Have you ever thought about building a cob house? An eco friendly, cost effective cob house could be your perfect home! Let us tell you how.
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Cob houses are an amazing way to build a house. In this simple guide I break down everything you need to know about building a beautiful cob home.