Earth Building Collective

The Earth Building Collective, is a group of natural building professionals who are dedicated to showcasing how easy and affordable it can be to use natural materials in modern code approved homes! We are passionate in using non toxic, low carbon, and environmentally friendly materials in construction.

Stop by our booth in Energy Park to try your hand at clay plastering, or chat with us about Hempcrete, Straw bale, Wood fiber board, Fas Wall and other natural wall systems.

Earth Building Collective helps you get involved. Join a mailing list, sign up for a workshop, or attend a talk to learn more about what options are available.

Our collective represents several organizations working together to provide you the best information and resources for building with natural materials. Organizations involved in the Earth Building Collective (EBC) include:

• ION Ecobuilding Consulting for ecological building projects, healthy materials and methods that endure
• ShelterWorks Manufacturer’s of Faswall natural and durable building blocks
• Cascadia Vernacular Designing and building custom natural homes
• California Straw Building Association (CASBA) A resource for those interested in straw building.
• Clare Wolfe Structural engineering and design firm experienced in earth buildings
• Gold Hill Clay Plaster delivering clay plaster solutions for any surface

Together we assist in the spread of regenerative building practices throughout the Pacific Northwest and California.

We are here to educate you on the best available low-carbon code-approved options for building living, regenerative homes with natural materials.

Stop by our booth to learn the latest and get your hands dirty with our interactive clay plaster demonstrations!