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Author(s): Clara Pimenta do Vale
Pilar Abreu e Lima
Joana Marques
Title: Rammed Earth Construction Nowadays - Comparing Methodologies and Design Between Portugal and USA
Issue Date: 2016-07
Abstract: The future of earthen construction depends on the way it is adapted to our comfort needs, to the new standards and building codes. Based on site visits and interviews, this study is a comparative overview of several rammed earth recent works, in Portugal and in the USA. The main goal is to compare different strategies of rammed earth construction, regarding distinct cultures, climate and resources, technical background and methodologies, taking into consideration all the agents involved within the process. A detailed analysis of contemporary rammed earth masterworks was performed in both countries and a very distinct approach was found regarding design and constructive solutions. New strategies have been developed for innovation, combining traditional techniques with modern construction systems and new materials, changing the earthen construction paradigm. Nevertheless, earthen materials are still seen as an alternative and experimental resource, fulfilling some clients expectations and builders ambition to make different architecture.
Subject: Humanidades, Artes
Humanities, Arts
Scientific areas: Humanidades::Artes
Humanities::Arts
URI: https://hdl.handle.net/10216/85243
Document Type: Artigo em Livro de Atas de Conferência Internacional
Rights: openAccess
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
Appears in Collections:FAUP - Artigo em Livro de Atas de Conferência Internacional

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