#rainwater-harvesting

#rainwater-harvesting

What makes these homes special isn't just the eco-friendly materials. The architecture firm cracked the code on making rammed earth construction repeatable and adaptable. They use wooden frames repeatedly to build foundations and walls, then grow the number of rooms with each consecutive plan. The rammed earth walls aren't just pretty; they're the primary load-bearing elements supporting wooden roof panels through compression. Steel tie rods connect the roof to the footings, balancing all those forces to keep everything stable.

The scheme at Caterham High is a natural way to support the drainage infrastructure while also encouraging biodiversity.