@unpublished{theses_frw4572,
          author = {Britt Rian Rodijk},
           title = {The public perception on the integration of the Earthship Homes in the city of Olst: a contribution to future of sustainable housing development and community resilience in the Netherlands},
            year = {2024},
             url = {https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/4572/},
        abstract = {This thesis explores the public perceptions of Earthship Homes in Olst, the Netherlands, as a contribution to sustainable housing development and community resilience. Finding sustainable ways to design future cities is essential because of the challenges brought on by climate change and the depletion of resources. Earthship Homes, developed by architect Michael Reynolds, are a form of sustainable housing development through their use of recycled materials, renewable energy sources, and on-site waste management systems. Despite their growing popularity worldwide, Earthship Homes remain relatively underexplored in research, prompting this study?s unique focus on public perceptions in the Netherlands. Through surveys administered to both Earthship Homeowners (EH) and Not Earthship Homeowners (NEH), diverse viewpoints emerge, shedding light on the benefits and barriers associated with the Earthship Homes. While EH express satisfaction with their sustainable lifestyle and communal living experience, NEH raise concerns about practicality and aesthetic integration within the neighbourhood. While Earthship Homes offer a promising model for sustainable housing, their effective integration depends on understanding diverse perspectives and engaging the community in project development. Looking forward, policy initiatives should promote sustainable housing solutions while addressing concerns to encourage wider acceptance and ensure long-term viability. Ultimately, this research strives to gather knowledge for sustainable living practices and enhance community resilience in response to changing socio-environmental needs.}
}