Bermed tire-bale walls a new home? I thought the same thing at first. Now that we live in pseudo-Earthship with tire bale walls I would never go back. Our quality of life has increased dramatically, due to 4 properties of this house. First, there are the views, with nature and wildlife right outside your window. Secondly, there is the peace and quiet that a bermed home offers. The third reason is that there is no forced air, and the associated noise and dust. The fourth item is the obvious one – there are no Utility bills.
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Hi Jim, the house looks great. Where or how do you get the tire all baked up like that? I have seen Garbage Warrior. I am interested in all styles of alternative building. Thanks for sharing this.
I got the tire bales from Tire Recyclers in South Denver. At the time, they were free, with a building permit. They received $50 per bale from the State of CO, if the bales were used in construction projects. I had to pay shipping, which was $2500 for 7 semi trucks.
I also buillt this retaining wall out of tire bales, with stone steps leading upward.