Directory of Sustainable Resources

Experiments in architecture that have a low impact on the environment. Also known as ecological or green architecture.

Resources in This Category

A Low Impact Woodland Home

http://www.simondale.net/house/
Simon Dale describes how he built his own Hobbit-like house in Wales with maximum regard for the environment. Includes plans and photographs of the building process and finished house.
Arcosanti

http://www.arcosanti.org/
An experimental town in the desert of Arizona, built to embody Paolo Soleri's concept of arcology - the fusion of architecture with ecology. Theory, workshops, events, images, visitor information.
Cae Mabon

http://www.caemabon.co.uk/
This retreat centre in Wales created by storyteller Eric Maddern is composed of a group of low-impact buildings, including reconstructions of Iron Age roundhouses and a straw-bale hogan, inspired by Navaho dwellings. Includes photographs and history.
Ecoboot

http://www.ecoboot.nl/ecoboot_new/
This weblog looks at initiatives and research on amphibious or floating houses.
Lammas

http://www.lammas.org.uk/
Describes a planned low-impact eco-village near Glandwr. Profile, proposal and how to become involved.

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