Materials List
Recycled Rubber
“ Recycled rubber is turning up in more and more unusual places as we begin to truly utilise this wonderfully sustainable product in our everyday lives. ”
Bamboo
“ Strong and sustainable, bamboo is becoming more and more popular thanks to its sustainable credentials and growing construction needs. ”
Cork
“ You may be surprised to know that cork is usefull for more than bottling wine, and cork is increasingly used in sustainable construction projects. ”
Straw
“ Once considered “medieval” in it’s usage, the straw bale is making a come back thanks to its sustainability and high levels of insulation it can offer. ”
Clay
“ Clay has been used by man for centuries as a construction material, and the reason for this is simple, it’s strong, readily available and most importantly, sustainable. ”
Coconut Palm
“ The simple coconut palm can provide a myriad of materials, some of which you will have heard of and some you won’t, however all of which are sustainable. ”
Timber
“ With careful planning we can create whole forests of sustainable timber which can meet the rising need for this natural resource around the world. ”
Textiles
“ With the worlds growing need for sustainable textiles it’s important to consider just how polluting the textiles industry is and how we can improve it. ”