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Building with Straw Bales is an excellent practical workbook that covers all aspects of straw bale construction Review by Rob Hopkins, co-founder of the Transition Movement - from Permaculture magazine

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Barbara Jones is undoubtedly the leading authority on straw bale construction in the UK and Ireland. She has built over 30 structures, ranging from small sheds and workshops to stunning individual homes, and has been constantly inventing and pioneering new techniques and details. It is appropriate, therefore, that she pens the first 'homegrown' book on straw bale construction. Building with Straw Bales is an excellent practical workbook that covers all aspects of straw bale construction. Starting at the bottom with foundation details, Barbara offers designs and details which she has evolved herself over many years of refinement and trial and error.

Barbara Jones has produced a brilliant resource for anyone wishing to explore this wonderful building technique, filled with wisdom, experience and common sense. This book is another invaluable addition to the indigenous body of wisdom relating to how we are to live sustainably in these isles. (Posted on 12/07/2010)