While most countries are still debating building permits for earthen homes, New Zealand has taken a radical step forward: since 2024, the official earth building standards are completely free to access. One country is showing the world how to democratize modern, sustainable construction.

Imagine your house as a natural air conditioning system – heating and cooling itself without expensive technology. Sounds utopian? It's not! With passive solar design, you harness the sun's power to naturally regulate your indoor temperatures. This not only saves money but also protects the environment. Natural light flooding a living room The Four Pillars of Passive Solar Design Instead of relying on conventional heating or air conditioning systems, passive solar design work

The finished earth pizza oven: Ready for your first homemade pizza Building your own earth pizza oven combines natural building with the...