Building with Purpose: The Straw Bale House Experience - Jo Bolton & Matt Whitaker - BS102

Building Sustainability Podcast

Are you ready to embark on a journey that blends architectural innovation with environmental sustainability? Come along as I engage in a vibrant discussion with the gifted duo, Jo Bolton and Matt Whitaker of Abundant Earth. We delve into the captivating process of constructing a straw bale house that exists in harmony with its natural surroundings. It's not just a house, but a tribute to human ingenuity and a testament to the beauty of nature.
The tale doesn't stop at the mere structure; it's the life force that fueled its creation that forms the crux of our conversation. We reminisce about the energetic team that breathed life into the project, from the dedicated participation of the community to the unique challenges and delightful surprises encountered along the way. Unearth the inspiration behind the design, be it the Nebraska-style straw bale construction, timber frame, turf roof or the unparalleled retaining wall crafted from truck tires.
As we tread the path of understanding the deep connection between the house and its environment, we’ll also immerse in the beauty of waking up to buzzards wheeling in the sky. This episode isn't merely about creating a house; it’s about forging a relationship with Mother Nature and the indomitable human spirit. Become a part of this journey, as we explore the union of nature, architecture and human resilience.
Episode Links

• Jo Bolton Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joimbolc/
• Matt Whittaker Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/matty.whittaker/
• Time Lapse of Frame Raising - https://youtu.be/JMlqLREh49k
• Beautiful 17m video of frame raising - https://youtu.be/vhU6qDBmN9E
• Abundant Earth - https://www.abundantearth.coop/
• Building With Bales - Barbara Jones - https://tinyurl.com/236u65ss
• Building the Timber Frame House : The Revival of a Forgotten Craft - https://tinyurl.com/2658n4n5
• The Last Straw Journal - https://www.thelaststraw.org/
• European Straw Bale Gathering - https://strawbuilding.eu/
• Woodland Pioneers - http://www.coppiceapprentice.org.uk/pioneersbook.php

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