the back40 has been published! Recently released by Princeton Architectural Press is Ron Rael’s book, Earth Architecture. It features the back40 amoung some 47 projects from around the world that
..are exemplary of contemporary and progressive earth architecture… only designs that advance the state of earth architecture. Technological, economic, or aesthetic advancements in earthen construction that create a dialogue with industrial materials, or that explore form, texture, color, building techniques, or use earth to represent a political or social concern are present in some way in every project. …all the included projects tackle an important contemporary issue relevant to the culture of earthen architecture. ((from the introduction))
…needless to say, it’s a super honor to have our baby among the works of Murcutt, Joy, Eddie Jones, Rural Studio and others. But probably more inspiring is to see the work in the context of the greater movement around the world towards better ways. It’s a really nice book, and while we won’t get a cut, you should think about picking it up yourself! If you can’t find it at your local bookstore, you could always order it via Amazon.