The Owner Builder magazine

The Owner Builder magazine Home building magazine aimed at owner/self builders, focussed on sustainable practices. It is with a heavy heart that I have to say it was the last issue.

The Owner Builder magazine was established in 1981 with the aim of serving the interests of the owner builder. The Owner Builder 222 June-August 2021 was a very special bumper issue, with 132 pages and a heavier cover, to celebrate the 40th anniversary. The timeless information published over 40 years is not lost. All 222 back issues plus compilations are still available in digital format through

the online shop. Whether you are still thinking about buying a plot of land, planning and designing your home or already in the building phase, there will be something of interest. Subject matter is diverse, including getting started, planning, designing, building, renovating, maintenance, energy efficiency, sustainable building, hands-on guides - to name but a few. Materials covered include mud brick, rammed earth, straw bale, timber, corrugated steel, weatherboard - and many more! This page is NOT about pushing any specific product or service. If our advertisers make a post worth sharing, we will do so. However, there is no 'paid' content - we post what we like and feel is shareable, from all over the world. This is the 'fun police' - these are the simple 'rules of engagement' when becoming part of our owner builder community on Facebook:
• keep it relevant
• be nice - reasoned, civilised and courteous comments appreciated
• avoid abusive, profane or obscene language
• hate-speech or discriminatory comments will not be tolerated. A few useful considerations:
• Maintain privacy - do not post confidential information, include names or pictures, of others without their permission.
• Suitability for publication - if you would not say it face-to-face, then don't post it.
• Be accurate - facts should be verifiable, do not spread rumours or make unsubstantiated claims.
• Be aware of liability - you are responsible for what you post or share.

Over and out ... thanks for the memories!
25/11/2025

Over and out ... thanks for the memories!

This is the FINAL WEEK! The online shop will close on 20 November 2025. You have until then to order THE LOT for $100. T...
12/11/2025

This is the FINAL WEEK! The online shop will close on 20 November 2025. You have until then to order THE LOT for $100. That includes ALL 222 back issues PLUS three compilations (House Plans, Rob Hadden, Building Diaries) as instantly downloadable PDF files.
Don't miss out ... when it's gone, it's gone.

*** NOTE: Online shop will close on 20 November 2025 *** Order back issue PDFs now to avoid missing out. The Lot is only $100. The Owner Builder magazine ceased publishing in June 2021. The full ba…

All good things must come to an end ... the online shop will close on 20 November 2025. You have until then to order THE...
24/10/2025

All good things must come to an end ... the online shop will close on 20 November 2025. You have until then to order THE LOT for $100.
That is FANTASTIC VALUE! All available back issues (TOB 1-222) PLUS three compilations (House Plans, Rob Hadden, Building Diaries) as instantly downloadable PDF files. Valued at $180 NOW $100 (less than $0.50c an issue).
Don't miss out.

From the States, but still relevant to building with earth in bushfire prone areas in Australia. Thanks to The Last Stra...
08/10/2025

From the States, but still relevant to building with earth in bushfire prone areas in Australia. Thanks to The Last Straw Journal for the heads up.

In this episode, we welcome Ben Loescher, founding principal of Loescher Meachem Architects [https://adobeisnotsoftware.com/], to discuss the viability of ad...

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Whether you are still thinking about buying a plot of land, planning and designing your home or already in the building phase, there will be something of interest. Subject matter is diverse, including getting started, planning, designing, building, renovating, maintenance, energy efficiency, sustainable building - to name but a few. Materials covered include mud brick, rammed earth, straw bale, timber, corrugated tin - and many more! There is also a comprehensive mail order Bookshop, along with regular reviews. This page is NOT about pushing any specific product or service. If our advertisers make a post worth sharing, we will do so. However, there is no 'paid' content - we post what we like and feel is shareable, from all over the world. This is the 'fun police' - these are the simple 'rules of engagement' when becoming part of our owner builder community on Facebook: • keep it relevant • be nice - reasoned, civilised and courteous comments appreciated • avoid abusive, profane or obscene language • hate-speech or discriminatory comments will not be tolerated. A few useful considerations: • Maintain privacy - do not post confidential information, include names or pictures, of others without their permission. • Suitability for publication - if you would not say it face-to-face, then don't post it. • Be accurate - facts should be verifiable, do not spread rumours or make unsubstantiated claims. • Be aware of liability - you are responsible for what you post or share.