The Technology Before the Wheel: A Brief History of Dry Stone Construction

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A collection of stones piled one on top of the other, dry stone is an iconic building method found just nearly everywhere in the world. Relying solely on an age-old craft to create sturdy, reliable structures and characterised by its rustic, interlocking shapes, the technique has deep roots that stretch back even before the invention of the wheel. Its principles are simple: stack the stones to create a unified, load-bearing wall. But the efficient, long-lasting results, coupled with the technique’s cultural significance, have lead to continued use and updated interpretations all the way to contemporary architecture today.

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Cite: Tom Dobbins. "The Technology Before the Wheel: A Brief History of Dry Stone Construction" 25 Aug 2018. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/899616/pre-dating-writing-and-the-wheel-a-brief-history-of-dry-stone-construction> ISSN 0719-8884

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