Natural Homes
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What Hang Gliding Taught Me About Building
Read more: What Hang Gliding Taught Me About BuildingBefore focusing fully on construction, Steve spent time teaching hang gliding. Surprisingly, the lessons learned while flying have influenced the way he approaches building homes. Reading the Environment In hang gliding, pilots must constantly read wind patterns,…
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Teaching Log Building: Lessons From the Craft
Read more: Teaching Log Building: Lessons From the CraftTeaching log building has been one of the most rewarding parts of Steve’s career. Passing traditional building skills on to others helps preserve a craft that has been used for generations. Learning the Basics Many people arrive…
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Why Natural Building Materials Matter
Read more: Why Natural Building Materials MatterNatural materials such as timber, wood fibre insulation, and straw bale have been used in construction for generations. When combined with modern building science, they create homes that are both durable and environmentally responsible. Building With Nature…
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Passive Homes in Cold Climates: Why They Work
Read more: Passive Homes in Cold Climates: Why They WorkPassive homes are designed to use extremely low energy while maintaining exceptional comfort. In cold climates like Alberta, this approach can significantly reduce heating costs while improving indoor living conditions. The Idea Behind Passive Homes Passive homes…
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Building on Rural Land: What Every Homeowner Should Know
Read more: Building on Rural Land: What Every Homeowner Should KnowBuilding on rural or acreage land offers freedom, space, and connection to nature—but it also requires thoughtful planning. Here are some important considerations Steve shares from years of building homes in rural Alberta. Understanding Your Land First…
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Choosing Timber Frame Homes for Strength, Beauty, and Natural Living
Read more: Choosing Timber Frame Homes for Strength, Beauty, and Natural LivingWhat is a Timber Frame Home? Timber framing is a traditional building method that uses large, carefully crafted wooden beams to create the structural skeleton of a home. These beams are joined together using precision carpentry techniques,…
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Log Homes Built with Traditional Craftsmanship
Read more: Log Homes Built with Traditional CraftsmanshipWhat Makes Log Homes Special Log homes are constructed using full wood logs stacked and joined together to form the structure of the house. This method has been used for generations because of its strength, natural beauty,…
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Straw Bale Homes for Natural, Energy-Efficient Living
Read more: Straw Bale Homes for Natural, Energy-Efficient LivingIn an era where customer expectations evolve faster than ever, businesses that place real customer needs at the center of their innovation process gain a decisive edge. This post explores how to build feedback loops, co-create solutions…
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Passive Homes – High Performance, Low Energy
Read more: Passive Homes – High Performance, Low EnergyA Thoughtful Approach to Building Passive homes are designed to use extremely low energy for heating and cooling while maintaining a comfortable indoor environment throughout the year. By focusing on airtight construction, advanced insulation, and efficient building…