Welcome to a state where the sun is always shining, California. Sean and Jeff were looking to design and build a modern rammed earth house on a beautiful site near the California desert. They believe in sustainable living and wish the building process to be eco-friendly and locally sourced.
Rammed earth is a construction technique where multiple natural raw materials are compacted to form walls. Soil is the primary source and can be locally found. The rich soil creates the gradient of colors in the walls, which go from 18-36 inches thick and regulate interior temperatures, keeping the house warm in the winter and cold in the summer. It is an impressive building technique that has been adapted and used worldwide.