Vernaculer Architecture

Treehugger reports on a RIBA lecture series which focuses on vernacular architecture:

It is fascinating to see how local, vernacular architecture can be adapted to modern-day needs. The same principles that were behind the initial design of so-called "primitive" buildings can be modified for present day use, using cheap locally sourced materials. And these guys should know, because they have all done it in their own countries

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