I live in Hotnitsa, near Veliko Turnovo, where my family owns a house and adjoining land. This summer we are going to build a house using straw bales instead of bricks or concrete. We want to investigate ways of building in eco-friendly ways. Our criteria for the build are as follows: To minimise energy demand.- To use materials from renewable sources and/or with a low environmental impact.
- To recycle materials wherever possible.
- To build a comfortable, secure, healthy home.
We’ve just started the design and planning permission process and intend to have a completed house by September. This article is the first of several that will document the building process. I’ve heard all the jokes about three little pigs and the big bad wolf in relation to straw houses, so please suspend your disbelief for a few months and join us on what should be a fascinating journey.
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