Egg as an Organic Building Material a Comparative Study and Understanding in Indian Context

Abstract:

Indian architecture is a development of many distinct features which are inspired by its ancient vernacular techniques and the features brought by its migrants. It has attained the symbolism and importance due to its unique fusion of these building construction techniques. A comprehensive approach is necessary to understand and identify many examples of Indian architectural past to achieve the unique quality in the future of architecture. Using Eggs in the Building Finishing and Ornamentation work has been used extensively in different parts of India. Egg is an organic material which is sustainable and which has been passed on from generations. In this paper, a comprehensive review of the methods and techniques of using Eggs are documented to bring the awareness and propagate the use of this versatile material. The use of Egg waste as an additive to concrete has also been investigated.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 803)
• Pages: 267-271
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.803.267
• Online since: May 2019
• Authors: Neelima Gubba, Esther Kiruba Jebakumar*
• Keywords: Concrete, Egg Shells, Eggs, Lime Mortar, Organic, Traditional, Vernacular

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