Offbeat Quick Shot: Mayne Island Beauty
April 15, 2008 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under Home & Living
Just some quick shots, because I love this little house so much, I’ll never be quiet if I get going. That said, this was built by cobworks.com and cob cottage. Once you see the interior this home just gets better and better. You can check out a multitude of wonderful photos of the home above at cobworks.com, not to mention that you’ll see many other beautiful structures. If you’re really impressed (and have some free time) you might want to check out cobworks.com’s summer workshops.
See this was a quick shot, and I’ve said too much. But do check out the …read more
Earthship Biotecture
January 22, 2008 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under Home & Living
Yesterday I mentioned the new Earthship Coffee Table Book that’s coming out soon. Then I noted we should look at some. Frankly, we don’t look at near enough earthship structures here. Not only are they earth-friendly, but some are very unique.
Earthship Biotecture is a company in Taos, NM. They specialize in, what else, earthships. We’re going to look at them, because one they contacted me; plus, while I don’t have personal experience with them, I heard great things about them when I lived in New Mexico. Their complete company description is, “A global company offering proven, totally sustainable designs, …read more
Eco-Architecture: Four Great Examples
October 15, 2007 by Jennifer Chait
Filed under Home & Living
Eco-architecture and architects comes in many levels and flavors. From easy green to extreme but every bit counts. Here are some beautiful (and cool) green structures. To learn more simply click on the links.
DeBoer Architects — the Gatehouse
One World Design — the Drew Residence (I love this home)
San Luis Sustainability Group — The first permitted straw bale building in California
Arkin Tilt Architects – Palter Residence (Everything they do is amazing; check them out.)
I think what people forget is that often (almost 100% of …read more




