For Smedt, 'straw-bale construction' - the technique of building houses from bales of straw that gives thick walls and a rustic feel - seemed like a perfect alternative. 'Lego-like playfulness ...
such as city town houses. You are paying for a lot of exterior wall, then you must subtract the 20-inch bales from the interior space dimension." "Straw bale is becoming more acceptable," said ...
Straw bale homes offer superior insulation, reducing heating and cooling expenses. With Columbia's average home value now ...
Straw bale houses are solid, sturdy ... Goods and expertise were donated by McGlynn Plast-ering, Inc., (interior and exterior plaster); TrusJoist Mac-Millan, (studs, joists, and beams); David ...
A time-honored method of construction will find new expression as a Columbia building company shows off its home built of prefabricated straw bale panels. The house, which its builders believe is ...