May 21, 2025
Post-occupancy insights from a real straw panel home – energy, comfort, and lessons learned
What happens after the build is complete? In this recent webinar, architect Annie Benton shares in-depth insights into a live post-occupancy evaluation of her Ecococon straw panel home.
From energy use and thermal comfort to indoor air quality, Annie takes us through the real-world performance data – offering a rare and valuable look at how a natural material home operates day to day.
This session is essential viewing for architects, builders, housing professionals, and anyone curious about the lived experience of straw buildings.
📺 Watch now on our YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/j5nLLWUE3OE?si=J6acKDiqWAcEooZY
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School of Natural Building – Practical Natural Building Course
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ASBP Material Mornings - Natural fibre insulation in practice
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