Rammed Earth Construction: A Sustainable Architecture

Abstract:

Abstract. Present concerns for sustainable development have led to a revival of Rammed earth construction using natural or recycled resources. In human history, rammed earth constructions has a long history and wide application. The rammed earth construction is a symbol of the coexistence between mankind and nature, and especially with today’s energy depletion and environmental degradation, it became the focus of attention for its excellent function. The factors contributing to raw soil construction’s bleak prospect are that architect rarely focus on the rammed earth buildings and lack of people to participate in construction system. Since the sustainable development has been a theme of contemporary society, architect and engineer should pain more attention to the rammed earth construction.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 405-408)
• Pages: 3131-3135
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.405-408.3131
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Xiang Ting Lu, Yuan Ping Liu
• Keywords: Ecological Environment, Energy Conservation, Rammed Earth Building, Sustainable Development

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