Earth contact homes

When we moved to our homestead this past December, we really didn't know what to do with our earth-berm home. We knew that it was supposed ...

What is considered the most inexpensive style of single story home with 1400sqft? And how much will a basement add to cost of a home? A lot we are...

Earth-Bermed House

The Stonehaven Berm Home has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. See amenities for Plan 007D-0161.

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Earth construction is no longer just for peace-loving hippies and this designer earth-rammed and solar-powered Groundhouse in Brittany is the perfect example.

Passive Solar Design: This original design utilizes the sun as the primary heat source and maximizes the amazing views. Earth Bermed: Extremely energy efficient, but no dark cave here… you’ll be surprised at the amount of light filtering into the [...]

Underground home builder, Davis Caves, a homebuilder in central Illinois, builds underground and earth sheltered homes anywhere in the country.

Many people dream of going off grid, living close to nature, building a sustainable home, growing their own food, and taking charge of their time and money. So what stops the majority of them from

A recent code update has opened the door to legal cob construction throughout the United States and beyond. With the introduction of the Cob Construction Appendix, aspiring builders now have clear guidelines to follow, ensuring compliance and safety. From conducting essential tests like the shrinkage and compressive strength assessments to understanding the nuances of modulus of rupture testing, this new era of cob construction opens doors to sustainable, innovative building practices.