The practice of building with straw has existed since the dawn of civilization. Given the devastating impacts of contemporary construction methods, could straw be a viable, biogenic alternative to today's building materials?
Evidence suggests that straw and reed have been used in construction for over 10,000 years. Since then, the Industrial Revolution has completely transformed building practices, introducing the mass production of steel, glass, and, not least, concrete.
However, the colossal climate and environmental impact of industrialized building materials is as undeniable as their durability, leaving us at a crossroads that demands we rewrite this narrative.
