{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65380f7fdf30c300121192bf/675b490e2cbf794820ffb88b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Retrofit Naturally with Sigi Koko - BS130","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65380f7fdf30c300121192bf/1734041324572-4e47b64b-d63d-426c-a0ec-11046b852e2d.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of the <em>Building Sustainability Podcast</em>, Sigi Koko of <strong>Down to Earth Design</strong> shares her deeply personal journey of transforming a historic farmhouse into a fully natural, sustainable home. From retrofitting with hempcrete to creating stunning clay archways, Sigi discusses the challenges, surprises, and joys of renovating a home with natural materials.</p><p>We explore:</p><ul><li>The differences between renovation and retrofit—and why Sigi sees her project as the ultimate retrofit.</li><li>Creative solutions for insulating, incorporating mass, and optimizing indoor air quality.</li><li>The unique decision-making process required for retrofits, including balancing budget, structural concerns, and environmental impact.</li><li>Why clay, hemp, and other natural materials are so transformative for homes and the people who inhabit them.</li><li>Hosting workshops during a build to empower others in the natural building movement.</li></ul><p>This episode is packed with practical advice, inspiring stories, and fascinating insights into natural building techniques that work for both new builds and retrofits.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Links:</p><ul><li>Sigi's website - <a href=\"https://www.buildnaturally.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.buildnaturally.com/</a></li><li>Jeffrey's Earthen Floor Company - <a href=\"https://www.theearthenfloorcompany.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.theearthenfloorcompany.com/</a></li><li>Sigi's first Building Sustainability Episode - <a href=\"https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-to-design-the-natural-home-of-your-dreams-sigi-koko-bs070/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-to-design-the-natural-home-of-your-dreams-sigi-koko-bs070/</a></li><li>Will Stanwix - <a href=\"https://thathempcreteguy.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://thathempcreteguy.com/</a></li><li>The Earthen Floor book</li><li>Hemptecture - <a href=\"https://www.hempitecture.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.hempitecture.com/</a></li><li>Podcast Patreon - <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/c/buildingsustainability\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.patreon.com/c/buildingsustainability</a></li><li>Nettlecombe Craft School - <a href=\"https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Support the Podcast:</strong> If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and help spread the word about sustainable building!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with me:</strong></p><p>IG -&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/jeffreythenaturalbuilder/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@jeffreythenaturalbuilder</a></p><p>Facebook -&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JeffreytheNaturalBuilder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Jeffreythenaturalbuilder</a></p>","author_name":"Jeffrey Hart"}