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Straw insulation works wonders for interior microclimate, but the right interior finish unlocks its full potential. We sat down with one of the oldest clay plaster producers in Europe.

At the beginning of 2022, Stefan received a call from his neighbour. One dreaded by every homeowner who is away from home — his summer house built from straw and clay was on fire.

Construction work rarely conjures up very pleasant images. Carpenters who work with EcoCocon, however, beg to differ. Straw homes are just as much of a joy to build as they are to live in.

While raw and honest materials are the way forward, the construction industry has shown remarkable resilience to change. Henning Larsen and EcoCocon are about to change that.