Elk Creek Residence
This straw bale home, set in a remote wilderness area in southern Oregon, was put to the test in 2003 when a massive forest fire engulfed the dense forest surrounding the house. Fire fighters were amazed when flames engulfed the vegetation around the home but left the house intact. You can see the charred remains of the forest behind the residence. There was no damage to this structure. The owner invested a large amount of resources to revegetate the area around the home, but at least she didn't need to build a new home as well!
