Cob house layout

Specifications: 545 sq. ft. interior, plus 14 sq. ft. pantry, plus 282 sq. ft. loft space, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, Footprint: 27′ x 36.5′ Description: Lower walls are 24″ earthbags; up…

how to build a cob house

Cob houses are a type of natural building constructed from a mixture of soil, sand, straw, and water. They are beautiful and sustainable.

For the last week or so that Sandra was here we saw very little of her. Partly it was the miserable weather, partly poor health that had her confined so much to the cabin, but she was also being ve…

When most folks decide to build a home, they get some timbers and construct a wood frame. There are actually a number of other approaches you can take however involving different materials and techniques. One fascinating method is to work with “cob.”

Specifications: Three 16′ interior diameter domes with 603 sq. ft. interior, 3 sleeping lofts with 312 sq. ft., total 915 sq. ft. interior, one bedroom, one bath, Footprint: 38′ x 38…

The enchanting house in the Himalayan foothills was crafted from mud by more than 90 different people

Cob houses are living proof that sustainable homes can be affordable, beautiful, and durable. These earthen structures stand the test of time, blending seamlessly with the natural landscape while leaving minimal environmental footprint. 🌱🏠 Who here has dreamt about building a Cob House of their own? Repost @offgridworld

I could see a crescent moon window in the vanity area

A cob bathhouse that featured in the book 'The Hand-Sculpted House' is converted to a studio with a rocket mass heater.

A cob house is an earthen building that uses a mixture of clay, sand, straw, and sometimes gravel. Cob house builders shape the mix by hand and let it dry

How to Build Dirt Cheap Houses: Ever wonder how to build a simple home for very little money, without going into debt? The key is to use low-cost, locally available natural materials such earth, small diameter wood and straw to keep expenses to a minimum. The real fun is incorpora…

Wonderful cob home with living roof - INSPIRATION! Also LOVE the patio flooring - clever! :)