So Andree injected another new idea into the process – a Terrarium – just like an aquarium but with earth instead of water. A terrarium simulates a stable environment in which specific plants can grow. In our agricultural conversations the topic of a greenhouse has come up numerous times as a means of growing plants [...]
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Roof, Patios and 2nd Floor
We want an elevated house. We don’t want a house with a hollow space beneath it – mostly because it feels like an unhealthy and stagnant void. Still we wanted our house to be elevated for two reasons: (1) to protect and prevent water from reaching the hemp walls; (2) to offer reasonable protection in [...]
Nature & Floors
Not all the elements of this house appeal to us. The one thing that really called out to us was the relationship to nature – both in location and view. Another small detail was the finish of the floor in this picture. More images and information abou this house can be found here.
Special Spatial Relationships
There should be an exit from the kitchen on to a patio. The kitchen should be near the living space.