Rammed Earth
Building with compacted earth and soil, exploring material properties, construction techniques, and architectural applications.
Rammed earth is an ancient building technique experiencing renewed interest in contemporary architecture. The material offers thermal mass, low embodied carbon, and strong visual presence while connecting buildings to their local geology and landscape.The community documents rammed earth projects ranging from residential homes in Ecuador and Vietnam to institutional prototypes in Ghana, alongside investigations into robotic construction systems and material innovation. Work explores how unfired earth can be shaped into sculptural forms, integrated with other materials, and adapted to diverse climates and contexts.
