[Peace2all]

Originally Posted by vesta

Hi folks,

definitely not experts but we built our straw bale home in rural nsw and I can tell you now should we ever build again we will be choosing the same materials as we've used this time!!!

Couldn't be more pls'd with the outcome and depending on the council running the shire you are considering some are more open to load-bearing walls.... ours are in-fill walls which works for us.

The only thing we would recommend is that you put a decent eave all the way around the house not like the 'modern eaves' ie non-existent! We would probably build a verandah all the way around next time but that's a minor change to the overall functionality of the home for us not structural overhaul. Our pergola area is used by all the family and is a much loved extra room in all weather, but if we want to go to the front verandah we're out in the weather if we don't walk thru the house.... oh well, lesson learnt for the next one!

Can send more info/photo's if you would like it!

Blessings,

Vesta

Thanks Vesta for all your advice , It's great to hear from you and that have actually been through the process, and its always easier the next time! I would love to see your pics. I found this link also from OZ reg earth homes, tree houses and straw designs. http://www.loveforlife.com.au/node/5917
I was trying to figure out with the cathedral type log ceiling pic if they mounted the post into bearings or concrete or just the straw bales?
I am snooping a site that seems OK except for sea level. Thanks again for the feedback. How are your two fur babies? I have many projects, learning, reading, action, kids, household, and everything else on, it is great to get shortcuts and tips to help along the way.
Cheers Pep