Underground building- the ancient ecological choice becomes the latest hit

Far from inviting the people to join the ride in a dream land populated with hobbits and their picturesque villages so perfectly integrated in the hills, completely covered with grass, green and synchronized with the healthy environment; the underground homes become even more popular every day considering that they are perfect for the environment, come with a low energy consumption and even a lower cost for the owner’s pocket.
It is good to know that the buried hut is something that has been around since the dawn of times but the latest building trend and environmental issues offer very similar projects with a high tech touch able to join the modern evolution of science with the good old environmental friendly thermal and sound proof house that comes with an extremely low cost, still carrying the latest technologies.
The large interest for this type of houses has become very popular during the energy crisis in the ‘70s when the first steps were made towards another sources of sustainable energy like the solar and other ecological methods able to protect the environment.
The base principle of this house is the delayed heat transfer between the soil and the atmosphere and the proper depth keeps the temperature constant at 13- 14 Celsius degrees.
The maintenance costs, fire and earthquake hazards are a lot more reduced as well as the space requirements, a very important aspect considering the increasing prices in the real estate terrain. There are disadvantages like water infiltration but hydro-isolation and drainage can solve them with no problem.
The structure needing to hold a soil roof will be stronger so a bit more expensive. Although seldom used this constructive solution is a very interesting option for those who want their homes not interfering in the environment.
Big names in architecture like Malcom Wells, are promoting the buried houses and many strong names in the world corporate businesses like Bill Gates - whose house was described in detail by Condo – have chosen such a living style