The State of Straw Construction in the UK and Europe
September 19, 2024
The State of Straw Construction in the UK and Europe
Wednesday 30th October, 1800 (GMT) / 1900 (CET)

Discover the future of sustainable building with straw! Join our webinar featuring experts from the UK and France.
Learn about cutting-edge UK research, French innovations, and European perspectives on straw construction.
Introduced by SBUK, this event offers valuable insights into current practices and future potential in the field of straw building.
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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.