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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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Discover the beauty of rammed-earth homes with Down to Earth Building, experts with over 70 projects like Ophir House by Nott Architects. This construction method offers a low carbon footprint and is a practical alternative to materials like gib board.
The thick, breathable walls provide excellent thermal mass, keeping homes warm in winter and cool in summer. This prevents condensation and mould, creating a healthy living environment with a unique, textural aesthetic that looks timeless.
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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