discussion board

1. The concern over deforestation has created a demand for greener construction materials and novel approaches to sustainable architectural design. Green architects, such as Mike Reynolds, use materials such as tires, cans & bottles, rammed earth, and straw bales to build homes.  What problems or benefits do you think may arise from Reynold's approach to domestic architecture?  Should ecological concerns be important to homeowners & architects?  Why or why not?