Next Members’ meeting: Friday 23rd March

A lived-in look at seasonal comfort, heat loss and real-world performance in a straw panel home.

Watch now: Timber Framing for Straw Bale Construction

Timber Framing for Straw Bale Construction with Chris Hawker and Ben Nother 📅 **25 March 2025** 📍 **Online Event** Timber framing plays a crucial role in straw bale construction, influencing durability, efficiency, and design. In this session, Hawkland’s Chris Hawker and Ben Nother will share their expertise, using their latest build near Ross-on-Wye as a case study. They will explore: ✔️ The specific approach they have taken to constructing the timber frame ✔️ How their designs have evolved over the years ✔️ The reasoning behind their current method ✔️ A broader discussion on timber-frame vs load-bearing straw bale construction The session will conclude with a Q&A, offering the opportunity to gain insights from two of the UK’s leading practitioners in timber and straw construction.

SBUK Webinar: Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)

Wednesday, 12 February 2025, 1pm - 2pm

From Dream to Reality: Mastering 330kg Straw Bale Construction

Embracing the Future of Straw Construction

Straw as a Sustainable Insulation Material in UK Construction

SBUK Presents: Building Your Dream Strawbale Home - A Welsh Self-Build Journey