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Homes of earth
With more than 70 rammed-earth builds around New Zealand to its credit, check out Ophir House by Nott Architects.
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Down to Earth Building is a leader in rammed-earth construction, a sustainable building method with a low carbon footprint. As seen in projects like Ophir House by Nott Architects, it creates beautiful, textural walls using local soil.
Key benefits include excellent thermal performance for natural heating and cooling. The breathable walls also prevent mould and condensation, creating a healthier home. This method avoids supply chain issues for materials like gib and results in a timeless, durable dwelling.
With more than 70 rammed-earth builds around New Zealand to its credit, Down to Earth Building is one of the most experienced operators in this specific form of highly tactile and textural construction. We spoke to its owner and main craftsman, Jimmy Cotter, about one of the company’s most recent projects, Ophir House by Nott Architects.
The interior of Ophir House allows the beautiful striations of the rammed earth walls to become a natural feature.
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