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Straw Bales and Mud Construction at Lotan
Led by members who have trained in Arizona and Greece, and been advised by Negev Bedouin and Golan Druze, the entire Lotan community has taken part in building imaginative, energy saving structures; strengthening the sense of community while enhancing its physical splendor and sustainability.
These
beautiful, creative works are formed from agricultural by-products
(straw bales) and coated with a mixture of sand, straw and local
muds. The natural, non-toxic materials allow for family fun in Volunteers from around the world who have worked in "mud" often visit Lotan and share their knowledge and experience. The spirit of international cooperation is inspirational and contagious. Join us for a tour, workshop, or just come and experience a unique Kibbutz break with us. STOP PRESS [14 February 2002] We are proud to announce that Kibbutz Lotan Strawbale Projects have been duly listed in the International Straw Bale registry.
* A big thank you to Alex Cicelsky from Design and Construction for his kind efforts. See also our new Recycling Station, inaugurated on 14 January and sponsored by Israel Environment Ministry. Useful Alternative Building links
Contact Lotan Center for Creative EcologyLeah Zigmond |
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In
its continuing efforts to find creative solutions to environmental
challenges, Kibbutz Lotan has been experimenting with straw bale
construction. As a means to provide super-insulation in housing
and public spaces, Lotan members have adapted this ancient/new technology
to their specific desert surroundings.
building
projects, while the easy to learn techniques enable all-comers to
participate.
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