An ancient building method that has experienced a renaissance in recent years as people seek greener and more sustainable building materials and construction methods, Rammed Earth is a wall building technique that uses earth, chalk, lime and gravel as raw materials.
Down to Earth is a compilation of some of the most interesting recent examples of this interesting and unusual building technique..
Alongside green building considerations, the availability of the natural components and a design suited to local climatic conditions are key factors which favor their use.
Nevertheless, Rammed Earth buildings are found on almost every continent, in a range of environments from the humid, to the semi-arid and temperate - from simple single-family dwellings to large and complex multistory buildings.
Naturally insulating, non-combustible, and durable, they can be labor intensive to construct without machinery and are susceptible to water damage if not properly protected or maintained.
An ancient building method that has experienced a renaissance in recent years as people seek greener and more sustainable building materials and construction methods, Rammed Earth is a wall building technique that uses earth, chalk, lime and gravel as raw materials