
Introduction To Sustainable Construction
Free practical course starting in Bristol June 2015 Are you interested in learning skills in construction, carpentry and other practical building activities? nDo you have an interest in sustainability and the environment? Would you like to gain experience and support to work in the construction industry? If so, this course may be for you. This summer Red Kite Design and Build are constructing an eco-friendly building for Edible Futures, who are Bristol based organic farm. It

Rammed earth and bamboo house in Nepal stand through earthquake
Amid all the sadness and suffering that is happening in Nepal at the moment, there is at least one positive story to cling on to. A house built out of natural materials, namely earth and bamboo, has stood up well to the forces of the 7.8 earthquake. All those hours researching and implementing the different techniques for trying to ensure that the building was able to stand through an earthquake are very very worthwhile. I hope that the Nepali's take this opportunity to embra