Situated on 4 acres in Humboldt county, The Riverbend Sanctuary is a haven for wellness. At 1,980 sq.ft, 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. The timber framing was sourced from local wood from a forest fire, and the construction done by local craftspeople. The clay straw walls were the subject of an EcoNest workshop. Creating a sanctuary for future guests using the healthiest materials and construction were leading forces in this project. Its is truly a wonderful demonstration of the principles of Building Biology at work and is a fine example of an EcoNest.

Photo credit: Justin Woehler, Amy Kumler, William Ashway