Natural materials / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...natural layers and colors of the earth. The color is determined by the soil used, but natural pigments can be added to expand the palette. Rammed earth pairs beautifully with other natural materials like timber, stone, and glass. For passive heating and cooling design, the placement of rammed earth walls is critical to...

...natural visual appeal of cedar always stands out. Exceptional Aesthetic Appeal Cedar provides a natural, organic beauty that is difficult to replicate with other materials, particularly the way it weathers over time and develops a unique silver-grey patina that adds character and integrates really well with natural lan...