The Dove Residence

The Dove Residence is EcoNests answer to healthy living in just 400 sq.ft. The open layout and tall ceilings allow for flexibility and create a light filled and spacious environment.

EcoNest ArchitectureDecember 3, 2024

The Riverbend Sanctuary

Situated on 4 acres in Humboldt county, The Riverbend Sanctuary is a haven for wellness. At 1,980Sqf, the design of the home prioritizes a connection with the surrounding landscape by using native materials such as douglas fir, and madrone wood floors, and by strategically orienting openings to invite the surrounding gardens and views into the home.

EcoNest ArchitectureDecember 3, 2024

Views from the Mountain Top

A recently completed design by Paula Baker-Laporte, FAIA and Mae Yuuki, this 3000 sf, two level home near Steamboat Springs, Colorado takes advantage of stunning views spanning the Sleeping Giant to the Flat Top Mountains.

Renderings by and courtesy of Rendler Studio.

EcoNest ArchitectureSeptember 5, 2023

A Pacific Northwest Sei-iki

Nestled in the hills in Southern Oregon, this Japanese-inspired timber frame home is under construction - being lovingly built by the homeowner, a cabinetry and furniture builder. The owners have named their home sei-iki, which roughly translates to "sanctuary" in Japanese.

EcoNest ArchitectureJuly 14, 2023

An Ecological Flagship- McGowan Residence

This 2325 square foot main house, 460 squre foot guest house and detached garage are joined by a timber-framed breezeway.

EcoNest ArchitectureJuly 3, 2023

Backyard Hummingbird Nest

We fell in love with the EcoNest concept and Robert and Paula were so helpful throughout our process. Our nest is such a treasure and has a wonderful, peaceful soul.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 23, 2023

An Activist Demonstrates

This compact 1,100 square foot, 2 bedroom/1 bathroom home, is situated in a wooded canyon outside of Durango, Colorado.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 23, 2023

The Art of Zen

This compact 1660 square foot nest features a fir timber frame and expansive views of the mountains beyond.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 23, 2023

Baker-Laporte Residence

This 1700 square foot home in Ashland, Oregon home features the local woods of the Pacific Northwest. The fir timber frame was salvaged from the Grizzly Peak fire.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 23, 2023

Wilson Residence

The design of this 2,100 sq. ft. home and 650sq.ft. studio compound was based on the system of sacred geometry as taught by the Vedic scholar Dr. G.V. Sthapati of India and by the American University of Mayonic Science and Technology.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 12, 2023

A Peaceful Getaway

Based on our Peregrine family of designs, this guest house built on Salt Spring Island, features a modest footprint of 830 square feet with the enticement of outdoor living.

EcoNest ArchitectureJune 12, 2023

On the Boards

One of our projects On the Boards is this wonderful Faswall home! We want to share some of the healthy home features incorporated into the design, including a sleeping porch, a bedroom sanctuary and an outdoor kitchen; all very important features to the homeowner!

EcoNest ArchitectureApril 11, 2023

Little Residence

This 1,320 square foot EcoNest with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms overlooks the Sangre de Cristo foothills.

EcoNest ArchitectureJanuary 18, 2023

Johnson Residence

This 2200 square foot home features a central living room with adjoining piano nook, dining area and study.

EcoNest ArchitectureJanuary 18, 2023

Sloane Residence

This home was designed to be a gathering place where extended family from around the country could come together and enjoy and enjoy a collection of intimate indoor and outdoor spaces together.

EcoNest ArchitectureJanuary 18, 2023