by Brian Hodge
First published 2006
Straw bale construction offers an alternative path to homeownership for those willing to build with their own hands. Brian Hodge targets owner-builders who want to master this specialized technique. His manual walks readers through each phase of construction. The process begins with site preparation and moves through foundations, concrete slabs, strip footings, and stump installation. Hodge explains how straw bale methods integrate with conventional building practices. He covers floors, timber wall frames, ceilings, and roof framing. The book addresses practical concerns like plumbing and electrical systems in straw bale homes. Diagrams and photographs support the written instructions. This guide gives owner-builders the knowledge to complete their own sustainable home construction project.
Genres: home-economics, non-fiction, sustainability, architecture, how-to
Vibes: informative, instructional, practical
Tropes: diy, how-to, owner-builder
280 pages · Paperback · CSIRO Publishing