Backyard Music Studio Private Client – San Diego, CA MudWorks Natural Building designed and built this earthen studio in collaboration with the homeowner. It features straw insulation, thick clay plaster with various finishes, an earthen floor, and an exterior sculpture. The space was designed with acoustic insulation in mind, and it is used as a […]
The Honeycomb Home Passion Project – Escondido, CA The Honeycomb Home is a hexagonal (six-sided) dwelling, built by friends and volunteers on the weekends. MudWorks Natural Building designed and led this collaborative project, and it served as an art studio for someone who lived on the land. By using reclaimed pallets and windows, straw insulation, and
Charcoal Grill Private Client – National City, CA MudWorks Natural Building designed and built this charcoal grill out of masonry and earthen materials. It features a clay sculptural element, shaped with straw and soil from on-site. The finish plaster highlights the local soil as well as a lovely red clay. Project Contributors Design/Build: MudWorks Natural Building
Earthen Bathroom & Shower Private Client – National City, CA MudWorks Natural Building designed and constructed this indoor/outdoor bathroom with various clay plasters, a compost toilet, and a naturally-sealed lime plaster shower. Lovingly called “The Hummingbird House”, this project also showcases a whimsical clay/straw relief sculpture on the exterior wall facing the garden. Certain elements, including
Wood-Fired “Rocket Grill” Private Client – City Heights, CA MudWorks Natural Building designed and built this backyard grill with a close friend. Constructed with bricks, on-site soil, and straw, this “Rocket J-tube” grill design burns wood at a high temperature with incredible efficiency and ease of use. Project Contributors Design/Build: MudWorks Natural Building Sculpture: Autumn Flower
Outdoor Bathroom Private Client – Crest, CA MudWorks Natural Building designed this outdoor bathroom, facilitating two consecutive weekend-workshops to build it. This project features a compost toilet, outdoor sink, and colorful relief sculptures. Project Contributors Design/Build: MudWorks Natural Building Workshop Facilitation: MudWorks Natural Building Project Host: Rachel P. Photography: Autumn Flower Creek Project Details & Specs The
