Owen Geiger - Articles

 

Owen Geiger (Director of the Geiger Research Institute of Sustainable Building at GRISB.org) and Kelly Hart have teamed up to create EarthbagBuilding.com to better focus and keep track of the rapid growth of this novel building method.

How to Build an Eco-friendly Earthbag Roundhouse

Of all the various shapes of houses, roundhouses have always been one of my favorite. Like domes, they create maximum floor space with minimal wall material, but roundhouses are simpler and easier to build since the walls are vertical. And because roundhouses are protected by a roof, they are suited to a wider range of climates than domes. Combining the efficiencies of roundhouses with the benefits of earthbag building enables virtually everyone to afford their own home. Read

By: Owen Geiger | 30/01/2009 | DIY

Why is There an Energy Crisis?

The energy crisis is a consequence of our overconsumption and dependence on non-renewable energy. Good building design can greatly reduce our energy problems. With dozens of simple, well-proven solutions at hand, most of which are totally painless to implement, it makes one wonder why more isn’t being done. Read

By: Owen Geiger | 17/01/2009 | DIY