This ancient building material is making a comeback

Straw isn’t just for barns and fairy tales. It’s emerging as a serious contender in the world of sustainable construction. Long valued for its affordability and insulation power, straw is now being adapted into modern prefab panels, making it easier than ever to integrate into contemporary building projects. In Slovakia, EcoCocon has taken things a

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Fargo Moorhead Home Builders Commission Study to Look at Economic Impact of Residential Construction

The Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead took a close look at the full economic impact of new housing construction. Their finding: single family homes, in particular, provide good return on investment when weighed against infrastructure and added public service costs.

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