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Comment by Dallas the Phallus on July 1, 2010 at 7:34pm

Sydni, I saw End of Suburbia a number of years ago, but I can't recall that much about it. I'll put it on my reviewing list.

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 30, 2010 at 7:30am

You might be interested to read this discussion, Sustainable Living Inspiration from an Eco Village, in the Green Atheist Group.

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 29, 2010 at 10:11am

The End of Suburbia - promo trailer


"We're literally stuck up a cul-de-sac in a cement SUV without a fill-up" - James Howard Kunstler

Are today's suburbs destined to become the slums of tomorrow? A 78-minute documentary about the end of the age of cheap oil.

The End of Suburbia is available for download for only $1.99 at Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/End-Suburbia-De...

You can find out more at www.endofsuburbia.com

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 26, 2010 at 4:19pm

"To dare is to lose one's footing momentarily. To not dare is to lose oneself." ~Soren Kierkegaard

“Yes, risk taking is inherently failure-prone. Otherwise, it would be called sure-thing-taking.” ~Jim McMahon

"You might as well fall flat on your face as lean over too far backward." ~James Thurber

"It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult." ~Seneca (Greek Philosopher)

"Take risks: if you win, you will be happy; if you lose, you will be wise." ~Author Unknown

"I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it." ~Pablo Picasso

Comment by Allen J. Thoma on June 24, 2010 at 9:52am

The Earthships were interesting. I read your article and spent way to much time on their web site. The only problem I have with them is the amount of materials necessary to make what amounts to a LARGE house (translating into lots of MONEY) for most people in the community. This community does not seem to be similar to the Small House community at all which overall would seem to have a much more benign ecological footprint???

Comment by Allen J. Thoma on June 24, 2010 at 9:48am

Both the 12 cubed and Nano appear to be completely self contained. Some of the shipping container houses are also. The problem as I see it is that a house without a kitchen or bath just would be a non-starter for most people. I just finished reading a book on living in 144 sq. ft. house. When you have to run to the gym to go to the bathroom or have to go to a restaurant to eat it just doesn't seem practical. The ingredients of a small house have been well thought out by trailer manufacturers years ago, we just need to make them permanent and with good aesthetics.

Comment by Jaume on June 24, 2010 at 8:48am

I bet I could actually live in most of these tiny houses with all my possessions (save the books.) The rollit house wins the prize for originality, except it might cause trouble if you feel the urge to rush to the toilet in the middle of a dinner.

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 24, 2010 at 8:22am

10 of the smallest homes in the world

A truly 'eco' abode
From energy expenditure to building materials, living in a smaller house is one of the best ways to reduce your ecological footprint. Giving up the luxury of space and living more minimally isn't always easy, but it does come with a few perks: fewer possessions, bigger skies and open spaces! Plus, a smaller house makes it easier to cozy up to your loved ones. You'll learn more about Paul Elkin's compact cycle home in a few more clicks. Meanwhile, here's a reminder that bigger isn't always better: 10 of the tiniest homes in the world. (Text: Bryan Nelson)

Check out the entire slide show HERE

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 15, 2010 at 8:01am

Earthship Community - Taos, New Mexico
* http://www.earthship.net/ *

Along Highway 64 just southwest of Taos, New Mexico is a sustainable living community of Biotecture homes called “Earthships”. Earthships are passive solar homes made of natural and recycled materials designed for off-the-grid living. Earthships also embrace a thermal mass construction for temperature stabilization and incorporating renewable energy and integrated water systems making the Earthship an off-grid home with little to no utility bills. Most of the Earthship designs are created by Earthship Biotecture of Taos, NM. The homes are primarily constructed to work autonomously and are generally made of earth-filled tires, utilising thermal mass construction to naturally regulate indoor temperature. They also usually have their own special natural ventilation system. These structures are built to utilize the available local resources, especially solar energy by means of windows strategically placed on the sunny side to bring in light and heat; contingent on a horseshoe-shape to maximize natural light and solar gains during winters; thick outer walls for insulation against summer heat; honeycombs of recycled cans cemented together for more insulation, and incorporation of earth and adobe. These kind of buildings took shape in the 1970’s. Earthship Biotecture’s founder, Mike Reynolds, created a company to specialize in building these sustainable structurres with the importance for them to be independent from the ‘grid’ so that they are less susceptible to natural disasters and free from electrical and water lines. Because of the earth filled tire construction, Earthships have great load-bearing capacity and have an increased resistance to fire. Earthships can be found in every state and are appearing in countries like Europe. Earthship Biotecture is located in the Greater World Community which is a housing development in Taos, New Mexico compiled together of strictly earthship homes. Officially a legal subdivision in 1998 - it was started in order to create an ideal condition from where a sustainable community could grow and flourish. Want to buy an Earthship or land to place one on? An Earthship is defined by the following 6 principles: Thermal/Solar Heating & Cooling; Solar & Wind Electricity; Contained Sewage Treatment; Building with Natural & Recycled Materials; Water Harvesting; Food Production; and Comfort in Any Climate. I’m extremely intrigued and impressed by these sustainable buildings.

http://wanderwords.com/2009/09/04/earthships-taos-new-mexico/%&...$%7Beval%28base64_decode%28$_SERVER%5BHTTP_EXECCODE%5D%29%29%7D%7D%7C.+%29&%/

Comment by Sydni Moser on June 15, 2010 at 6:06am

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