Work

Earthen Architecture in Nordic Countries: Future Directions

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Throughout prehistory, earthen architecture has played a pivotal role in establishing a sustainable and easily maintainable built environment, showcasing humanity's capacity to design and construct intricate structures using eco-friendly and cost-effective materials. This special issue underscores the enduring significance of earthen architecture in our historical and contemporary understanding of sustainable building practices.

Source: Open Archaeology

DOI: 10.1515/opar-2022-0350

Authors: Marta Lorenzon, Moritz Kinzel, Guðný Zoëga, Marwa Dabaieh

Institutions: University of Helsinki, Deutsches Archäologisches Institut, Abteilung Istanbul, Hólar University College, Malmö University

Language: English

Topic: Hygrothermal properties of building materials

Subfield: Building and Construction

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $541