CONTENTS
Preface
1. Introduction 9
2. The properties of earth as a building material 17
3. Preparing of loam 34
4. Improving the earth's characteristics by special treatment or additives 37
5. Rammed earthworks 50
6. Working with earth blocks 59
7. Large blocks and prefabricated panels 67
8. Direct forming with wet loam 70
9. Wet loam infill in skeleton structures 78
10. Tamped, poured or pumped lightweight loam 83
11. Loam plasters 92
12. Weather protection of loam surfaces 100
13. Repair of loam components 106
14. Designs of particular building elements 109
15. Earthquake-resistant building 135
16 Built Examples 150
Residences 150-175
Cultural, Educational and Sacral Buildings 176-194
Commercial and Hospitality Buildings 195-204
Bibliographical references 206
Illustration credits 207
Acknowledgements 207