Building with earth is ecological sustainable and 100% recyclable. This material has been used
to build houses villages or cities since ancient times. Impressive architectures using the
rammed earth building technique are created all over the world today. The ambient air quality
of this building method is unsurpassed. Martin Rauch has been practising contemporary
architecture using earth for over three decades. In this publication he presents the results
of his research and practical experience. The updated and extended new edition uses appealing
language and images to convey the necessary expertise needed to plan and realise earthen
architecture competently. Many images communicate the unique expressiveness of this natural
building material and provide inspiration for own applications.
