Straw Bale Construction Manual

Author : Gernot Minke,Benjamin Krick
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-18
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9783035618754

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Straw Bale Construction Manual by Gernot Minke,Benjamin Krick Pdf

Building with straw bales is a technique pioneered a century ago in the state of Nebraska. In recent years there has been a renaissance in the use of straw as a building material largely in the American Southwest, but also in Canada, Australia, France, Holland, Germany, Austria and China. Straw is a renewable resource with excellent insulating properties. It is a cheap and easy-to-use option for self-builders, and even large-scale structures can be erected using timber framework filled with straw. This book is a practical, hands-on guide to building with straw. Fire safety, protection against moisture, damp, pests and parasites are treated in detail. Numerous on-site photos document the process of assembly and construction step by step. 30 exemplary international projects illustrate the wide spectrum of design possibilities with straw.

Author : Nathaniel Corum
Publisher : Princeton Architectural Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2005-08-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1568985142

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Building a Straw Bale House by Nathaniel Corum Pdf

"Filled with comprehensive case studies selected from over thirty-five of Red Feather's successfully completed housing and community-based building projects, Building a Straw Bale House documents the organization's collaboration with reservation communities and provides a step-by-step, bale-by-bale construction handbook - from initial site selection to finished product. Complete with information on safety, design, tools, and materials, it is an inspiring lesson for anybody interested in this technique of constructing a house and a hopeful redefinition of the fundamental ideas of architecture and the home."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Barbara Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Straw bale houses
ISBN : 190032251X

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Building with Straw Bales by Barbara Jones Pdf

Straw bale building is a radically different approach to the process of building. Like all innovative ideas, it has been pioneered by the passionate, and used experimentally by those with the vision to see its potential. It is firmly based in that sustainable, 'green building' culture that has brought to the construction industry many new and useful ideas about energy efficiency and responsibility towards the environment. As a building material, straw excels in the areas of cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency. This practical guide has been written by the most experienced straw bale builder in the UK. It gives details of all the main construction methods, and includes: * bale specifications * plans * walls and foundations * doors and windows * plastering * building regulations and planning permission * frequently asked questions * construction drawings. This fully revised and updated edition includes new construction drawings, standard details for best practice design, examples of off-the-peg drawings for small buildings such as summer-houses and studios, and designs for affordable houses. These designs meet Building Regulations Code 6 for sustainable homes, and have a carbon rating of less than zero.

Author : CASBA
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-30
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781771422925

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Straw Bale Building Details by CASBA Pdf

The devil is in the details-the science and art of designing and building durable, efficient, straw bale buildings Straw bale buildings promise superior insulation and flexibility across a range of design aesthetics, while using a typically local and abundant low-embodied energy material that sequesters carbon-an important part of mitigating climate change. However, some early straw bale designs and construction methods resulted in buildings that failed to meet design goals for energy efficiency and durability. This led to improved building practices and a deeper understanding of the building science underlying this building system. Distilling two decades of site-built straw bale design and construction experience, Straw Bale Building Details is an illustrated guide that covers: Principles and process of straw bale design and building, options, and alternatives Building science of straw bale wall systems How design impacts cost, building efficiency, and durability Avoiding costly mistakes and increasing construction efficiency Dozens of time-tested detailed drawings for straw bale wall assemblies, including foundations, windows and doors, and roofs. Whether you're an architect, engineer, contractor, or owner-builder interested in making informed choices, Straw Bale Building Details is the indispensable guide to current practice in straw bale design and construction.

Author : Gernot Minke,Benjamin Krick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : ARCHITECTURE
ISBN : 3035618550

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Straw Bale Construction Manual by Gernot Minke,Benjamin Krick Pdf

Building with straw bales is a technique pioneered a century ago in the state of Nebraska. In recent years there has been a renaissance in the use of straw as a building material largely in the American Southwest, but also in Canada, Australia, France, Holland, Germany, Austria and China. Straw is a renewable resource with excellent insulating properties. It is a cheap and easy-to-use option for self-builders, and even large-scale structures can be erected using timber framework filled with straw. This book is a practical, hands-on guide to building with straw. Fire safety, protection against moisture, damp, pests and parasites are treated in detail. Numerous on-site photos document the process of assembly and construction step by step. 30 exemplary international projects illustrate the wide spectrum of design possibilities with straw.

Author : Chris Magwood,Chris Walker
Publisher : New Society Pub
Page : 59 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0865714762

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Straw Bale Details by Chris Magwood,Chris Walker Pdf

The drawings you need to create sound straw bale working plans.

Author : Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen,David Bainbridge
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780930031718

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The Straw Bale House by Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen,David Bainbridge Pdf

Many copies in stock but still heavy demand; only a few titles published on this subject. Very popular in rural WA too.

Author : Chris Magwood
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781550926149

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Essential Prefab Straw Bale Construction by Chris Magwood Pdf

The essential guide to prefab straw bale panels - an innovative spin on a widely used natural building method Prefabricated straw bale wall panels combine the performance and low environmental impact of traditional straw bale with reduced labor and more consistent results. These structural insulated panels (SIPs) are built offsite and transported to the job site, or built onsite and "tipped up" into position. Essential Prefabricated Straw Bale Construction is a fully illustrated practical guide to this affordable, scalable method. This indispensable manual includes a complete introduction to the use of prefabricated bale walls, packed with all the information you need to determine whether they are the right choice for your project. It covers: Specifications, engineering details and building code references Comprehensive step-by-step instructions and detail drawings Finishing and maintenance techniques Budgeting and labor estimates Additional resources Essential Prefabricated Straw Bale Construction is part of New Society's Sustainable Building Series. Written by the world's leading sustainable builders, designers and engineers, these succinct, user-friendly handbooks are indispensable tools for any project where accurate and reliable information are key to success. Get the Essentials! Chris Magwood is a sustainable builder and designer specializing in green and natural building techniques, the co-founder and co-director of the Endeavour Centre, and the author of several books on sustainable building including Making Better Buildings , More Straw Bale Building and Straw Bale Details .

Author : Lydia Doleman
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-07-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781771422321

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Essential Light Straw Clay Construction by Lydia Doleman Pdf

The first highly illustrated, comprehensive guide to light straw clay - a high performance, low-impact, durable building material Light straw clay - straw mixed with clay slip - is a versatile, easy-to-use wall building material. Also called "slip-straw", its durability has been proven in beautiful, centuries-old buildings across Northern Europe and in modern high-performance buildings in North America. Building code compliant in the US and using "waste" materials with high insulation value and excellent moisture handling qualities, it's both high-performance and low-impact. Yet until now, there has been no practical guide to using the material in a wide variety of construction and renovation projects. Distilling decades of experience, Essential Light Straw Clay Construction is a fully illustrated step-by-step guide, ideal for both the DIYer and professional designer and builder alike. It covers: Material specifications, performance, and when and where to use it Estimating quantities, costs, and sourcing Illustrated, step-by-step guidance for mixing and installation, including "slip-chip" variations Detail drawings for various wall systems including stud, timber, and pole framing, Larsen trusses, I-joists, plus retrofits Code references, compliance, and best practice Finishing and maintenance techniques Additional resources. Lydia Doleman , a licenced contractor, taught carpentry and natural building at Solar Energy International in Colorado and was lead ecological builder for Portland's City Repair project. She's created beautiful, high-performance, low-impact buildings across the Northwest, from Portland's first permitted straw bale home and The Rebuilding Center's cob entryway, to a 3,300-sq. f light clay straw brewery. She's written for The Last Straw Journal and Permaculture Activist and appeared on NBC News and HGTV's Off Beat America . Lydia lives in southern Oregon.

Author : Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing Company
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1890132772

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The Beauty of Straw Bale Homes by Athena Swentzell Steen,Bill Steen Pdf

Celebrates the aesthetic styles of straw bale dwellings with numerous color photographs, including both small and large homes and larger-scale institutional buildings. Includes an introductory essay by the authors noting the key lessons they have learned in years of building with bales.

Author : S. O. MacDonald,Matts A. Myhrman
Publisher : Out on Bale
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0964282100

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Build it with Bales by S. O. MacDonald,Matts A. Myhrman Pdf

Author : Bill Steen,Athena Swentzell Steen,Wayne J. Bingham
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1586855158

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Small Strawbale by Bill Steen,Athena Swentzell Steen,Wayne J. Bingham Pdf

A thorough guide to building with strawbale and other natural materials, thisuide includes an eclectic sampling of houses, studios, meditation spaces,utbuildings, and landscape walls.

Author : Catherine Wanek
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781423606574

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The New Strawbale Home by Catherine Wanek Pdf

Presents floor plans and images of strawbale homes from around the country, discussing such topics as climate considerations, maintenance, budgeting, code compliance, energy efficiency, and structural systems.

Author : Bruce King,Mark Aschheim
Publisher : Green Books
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015067686827

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Design of Straw Bale Buildings by Bruce King,Mark Aschheim Pdf

A design manual for practicing professionals, this title draws on the collective experience of the most senior and respected figures in the rapidly-emerging field of straw bale construction.

Author : Chris Magwood,Peter Mack
Publisher : Gabriola Island, B.C. : New Society Publishers
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0865714037

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Straw Bale Building by Chris Magwood,Peter Mack Pdf

Two professional builders go through the process of building a bale structure, tackling all the practical issues--from how to find and choose bales to special concerns for northern climates. Architectural drawings & photos.