May 1, 2014December 2, 2016Completed Projects Koopmans Residence This owner-built, two-storey, straw bale private residence was completed in late 2013. The house sits on a modified concrete grade beam […]
February 25, 2014Uncategorized Straw Bale and Energy-Efficient Infill in Edmonton Supporting infill in established neighbourhoods is part of our mandate in designing and developing straw bale and energy-efficient frame single and multi-family […]
December 17, 2013February 24, 2014Uncategorized Basic Straw Bale Specifications Some of the most frequently asked questions regarding straw bale buildings are those related to the type and specifications of the bales […]
March 8, 2013March 8, 2013Uncategorized The Evolving Straw Bale House In previous postings we have discussed some of the design rationale and construction methodologies employed and advocated by our company. This is […]
February 24, 2013February 25, 2013Uncategorized Non-Load Bearing vs. Load Bearing Straw Bale There are essentially two methods of constructing bale walls to support the roof structure and multi-storey walls (to a maximum of 3 […]