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Low-Cost, High Performing Living Roofs
A living roof, or green roof, describes a system that allows plants to thrive on the surface of rooftop without access to groundwater.
The idea is to create a self-sufficient ecosystem on your rooftop that relies exclusively on rainwater once the plants are fully established. This type of roof provides energy-efficiency benefits in the summer, because the plants provide a net cooling effect.Â
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What is a Rubble Trench Foundation
A rubble trench is a simple, inexpensive, & effective foundation system. This is one of the oldest types of foundation systems and was...
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The Big Picture of Natural Building
Straw and clay are the fundamental materials when building naturally. And understanding the properties of...
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Hat & Boots
A good hat & boots isn't a fashion statement about your building. The "Hat & Boots" refer to detailing that protects your walls from weather
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