We all talk about doing “greener” things, but these guys actually lifted their arses and did something.

A house here in Cape Town has become the most sustainable building in South Africa, after building was completed this month. It was constructed by 2oceansvibe friend, Tony Budden, using Hempcrete, a breathable building material made of hemp, lime, and water. And even though it is described as an “unassuming, down-to-earth cannabis shack” it actually looks rather luxurious. They’d like to use this house to convince the South African government to remove legal obstacles for the commercial development of hemp. According to them the country’s authorities do not currently distinguish between hemp, the dagga plant, or marijuana.

Hemp appears in the structure of the home’s walls in two different forms: as Hempcrete and as an insulating cushion in the walls made of reclaimed wood, states a project description on Perfect Places’ website.  85% of the home’s furniture and cabinets are also made from hemp, reports Inhabitat.

Other eco-features include a passive cooling and heating system as well as solar energy. All of the grey and black water is also recycled.

But no, you can’t smoke the house. Sorry.

All pics by Inhabitat.

[Source: Green Daze]