Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance (2nd Edition)
1919
Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance (2nd Edition)
1919
Architecture, Engineering & Technology, Environmental Issues
Cottage Building in Cob, Pisé, Chalk and Clay: A Renaissance, written by Clough Williams-Ellis and first published in 1919, is a practical guide to alternative building materials in response to the housing crisis following World War I. The book focuses on construction methods using local, natural materials such as cob and Pisé, highlighting Pisé de terre as a sustainable and affordable solution. Williams-Ellis shares his experiences with these techniques, advocating for their relevance in contemporary architecture and addressing the growing interest in sustainable building practices.
