The Superadobe: Cheap, Reliable And Stylish

Superadobes, made of moist dirt and loose cement, are reliable, affordable, and stylish.

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October 5, 2002, 5:00 AM PDT

"Domed buildings made from mud may be a possible solution to affordable housing problems in developing countries or war-torn areas... Using mostly the dirt under their feet, Khalili says, five unskilled laborers, properly supervised, can build a superadobe (which has room for two people) in less than a day. Not counting labor, the cost of a finished hut is about $200."

Thanks to Chris Steins

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Thursday, October 3, 2002 in The Christian Science Monitor

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