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DESIGN WITH US

We specialize in designing custom passive solar homes while creating a holistic vision for your unique property. Whether you're seeking a resilient, energy-efficient home or aiming to go completely off-grid, we’re here to bring your vision to life!

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WHO WE WORK WITH

We love collaborating with land stewards who have a holistic vision for their property. Our clients are passionate about building homes that embody regenerative principles and align with their values.
 

You may be a great fit if you:
 

  • Have a *construction budget of $500,000+

  • Are committed to resiliency and energy efficiency

  • Value sustainable materials and low-impact building practices

  • Envision a property that fosters a connection with nature and supports long-term self-sufficiency
     

If this resonates with you, let's connect!

**If you have a smaller project, working with us through our consulting packages will work best.

ETHOS & DESIGN STRATEGY

ECO-ELEGANT DESIGN + ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

We are more than designers; we are storytellers of space, weaving together innovation, resilience, and a deep respect for nature.

Our team is a unique blend of diverse talents and global perspectives. Together, we have decades of experience designing homes and communities around the world. Using regional materials such as stone, compressed earth blocks, strawbale, hemp-lime, bamboo, and more, we seamlessly integrate each building into its natural surroundings.
 


With every project, we transform structures into sanctuaries. Each project is a new opportunity to express our values of:

  • Quality, Long-lasting, and Durable Designs

  • Innovative Solutions

  • Efficiency + Passive Systems

  • Regenerative Master Planning

  • Local + Affordable Materials

  • Climate + Site Specific Considerations

  • Energetics + Flow of Space

Our approach to artful, carbon-smart design creates homes that contribute to a brighter future—for people and our planet.

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SCOPE DEFINITION

TYPICAL PHASES

Feasibility Study

Resource Inventory

Project Brief

Site Visit

Site Analysis
Plot Strategy
Program & Space Relation
Site Plan

Environmental Strategy

GC Selection Assistance

FF&E Selection

County Application Coordination

Construction Documents

Interior Modeling

Bidding & Negotiation Services

Construction Administration

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMMING

CONCEPTUAL DESIGN

MASTER PLANNING

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Full scope of work outlined in contract upon request.

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED

Typically Required:

Soils / Geotech Report
Structural Engineering
Permitting

Recommended Services:

Mechanical Design (HERs)
Electrician & Plumbing Design
Interior Finish & Fixture Selection

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FEE SCHEDULE

Every project is billed on an hourly basis. Estimates are not typically given until the schematic design (conceptual design) phase is complete.
 

For basic design sets, you can expect to pay a minimum of $10 per square foot (see ‘Basics’ Package below), while more tailored designs are typically upwards of $15 per sf for more customized design services. (See the ‘Works’ package below).

Generally speaking, design fees range from 4-6% of the budgeted construction cost.
 

To learn more about design fees and what drives costs up or down, read our full article on the subject here.

PACKAGES

BASICS

$12,000 MINIMUM

  • Initial 90 min zoom consultation with Designer

 

  • Work directly with project manager and team via email

 

  • (2) Project Reviews with Designer (Schematic & Design Development)

(2025)​

Additional meetings can be added on upon request. Meetings will be billed at the design rate of $145 / hour

WORKS

$18,000 MINIMUM

Bi-monthly 60 min Zoom meetings with Designer
 

  • live sketching

  • model exploration

  • customized details

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Environmental Strategy
 

Master Planning
 

 "On Call"  Project Reviews & Consulting

(2025)​

In this package Drafting, BIM Modeling, Details, Documentation, Revisions, and Presentations will be billed the drafting rate of $95/hr

Clients are invoiced on the first Monday of every month. Weekly email updates go out every Monday to inform clients of hours logged and descriptions of progress made with those hours

PAYMENT PLANS

We understand that design and engineering fees are
not typically covered under a construction loan. 

 

This is why we offer a payment plan to make it easier and more predictable for your budgeting purposes.  If you would like to go on a monthly payment option so that you know how much you are paying each month, we start with $2k per month for 6 months to cover the minimum investment.  If the total cost ends up being more than that we can continue the payments or adjust accordingly.   

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ESTIMATED TIMELINES

Upon receipt of the signed contract and a retainer of $2,000, projects are scheduled on a quarterly basis.

2 spots are booked per quarter. 
Start dates can vary depending on incoming projects. 
Please inquire for the latest lead times. 

If everything goes smoothly, projects can take between 6 and 8 months to complete. Delays in engineering, permitting, or other unforeseen circumstances outside of our control are not taken into account in this schedule.

PROJECT DELIVERABLES

FULL SCOPE

PROGRAMMING

  • CLIENT INTAKE & BRIEF

  • SOURCE SITE INFORMATION (EXISTING CONDITIONS, SURVEYS, LiDAR, PHOTOGRAPHY)

  • FEASIBILITY STUDY: COUNTY AND COVENENTS

  • ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGY (CLIMATE REPORT AND ECOLOGY OF PLACE)

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  • LOOK & FEEL PRESENTATION

  • BUBBLE DIAGRAMS

  • BIOCLIMATIC SITE PLAN (VIEWSHEDS, SOLAR PATHS, WINDS, ACCESS, TOPOGRAPHY)

  • MASTER PLAN (HARDSCAPE, LANDSCAPES, UTILITIES, WATER MANAGEMENT, RESTORATION, CIRCULATION)

  • MODELING OF PROJECT IN 3D + PERSPECTIVES (INTERIOR + EXTERIOR)

  • PROPOSED FLOOR PLANS & FURNITURE LAYOUTS

  • 3D EXTERIOR SKETCH

  • CLIENT REVIEW & REVISIONS (UNLIMITED)

CONCEPTUAL DESIGN

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

  • PROPERTY PLAN + SITE PLAN

  • EXISTING AND DEMOLITION PLANS

  • FLOOR PLANS; DIMENSIONED + TAGGED

  • EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

  • CABINETRY & BUILT-IN ELEVATIONS

  • ARCHITECTURAL FINISH SELECTION

  • INITIAL FIXTURE SELECTIONS

  • LIGHTING PLAN

  • RENDERED EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVES

  • RENDERED EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

  • 3D WALKTHROUGHS

  • CUSTOM FEATURES

  • COORDINATION WITH ENGINEER

  • COVER DATA FOR PERMITTING

  • ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION PLAN

  • DEMOLITION PLANS (AS REQUIRED)

  • WALL SCHEDULES

  • WINDOW & DOOR SCHEDULES + DETAILS

  • ROOF PLAN(s)

  • REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

  • LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL PLAN

  • LIGHTING FIXTURE SCHEDULE & CUT SHEETS

  • FIXTURE, FINISH & EQUIPMENT SCHEDULES

  • 2 SECTIONS (WATERPROOFING & INSULATION)

  • RELEVANT DETAILS

  • FOUNDATION AND FRAMING PER ENGINEER

  • DESC PLAN (EROSION + RUNOFF MITIGATION)

  • MECHANICAL OVERLAYS

  • FINAL BID SET, PERMIT SET & CONSTRUCTION SET

DOCUMENTATION

ADMINISTRATION

  • MATERIAL SCHEDULES AND TAKE-OFFS

  • COUNTY APPLICATION COORDINATION

  • GENERAL CONTRACTOR ASSISTANCE

  • PREPARE AND COORDINATE MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL TEAM

  • INTEGRATION WITH RELATED CONSULTANTS

  • CLOSE DIALOG WITH GC/ OWNER

  • SITE PRESENCE AS NEEDED

  • ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS /CHANGE ORDERS

  • ASI (ARCHITECTURAL SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION)

  • STAGING AND PHOTOGRAPHY AT COMPLETION

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WHO WE ARE

Gabriel is an architect with a Bachelor's from La Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia, and a Master's in Sustainable Architecture from Universidad Politécnica de Cataluña in Barcelona, Spain. Over six years, he has worked on residential, commercial, institutional, and interior projects in Colombia, the USA, and the UAE. He focuses on creating habitable, engaging, and environmentally responsible spaces, optimizing building energy efficiency through climate-based simulations. In 2021, he received an honorable mention in the "Yoga House On A Cliff" international competition by Buildner, showcasing his commitment to excellence and innovation.

With over 14 years of experience, Christina's love for nature and belief that the spaces we build can be tools for transformation have shaped her career. Starting with bamboo construction in Hawaii and later working with compressed earth blocks in Colorado, she now works globally using materials such as strawbale and hempcrete, tailoring her designs to regional climates. Passionate about carbon-smart, resilient design, Christina specializes in natural building and passive, high-performance systems, creating homes that blend harmoniously with their environments and make an impact on the industry as a whole.

Christina Ransbury, LFA
Founder & Principal Designer

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Gabriel Molina
Environmental Architect

Charis is a certified Cypriot architect with 11 years of experience, specializing in large-scale projects in Europe and North Africa. Proficient in BIM modeling and infographics, he has received awards for his designs and architectural photography. Working between Cyprus, France, Switzerland, and Morocco, Charis is passionate about passive, eco-friendly architecture, especially stone and earthen structures. His commitment drives him to exceed expectations and explore innovative paths in architecture.

Charis Petrou
Architect, Project Manager

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Rigel is a seasoned BIM Specialist with 9 years of professional architectural experience. A graduate of the University of San Carlos, he has contributed significantly to large commercial projects in Cebu City, working directly with developers. Rigel excels in organizing BIM models and is highly skilled in rendering and modeling, bringing a meticulous and creative touch to every project. His blend of technical expertise and practical experience lends him a keen eye for detail that elevates every project.

Rigel Dunedee Malazarte
Architect, BIM Specialist

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Rochelle, a licensed architect with over 14 years of experience, brings a wealth of expertise from her international journey. After honing her skills over five years in Dubai, she collaborated with a prestigious Australian firm. Her diverse portfolio spans residential, commercial, hotel, hospital, and retail designs. Rochelle delivers innovative and functional architectural solutions. Passionate about sustainability, she continually seeks to expand her knowledge and contribute to the evolution of the natural building movement.

Rochelle Casia
Architect, Graphic Designer

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NEXT STEPS

Designing a custom home is a collaborative process.

 

We’ll need to work together! Your consistent communication is essential for this project to be a success. Thank you in advance for showing up and making your dream a reality!

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Please note that each contract is completely customizable to meet your unique goals.  Once we meet each other over a discovery call, we can clarify what you want to include or not include in the contract.

Thank you for considering working with us.
We are so excited to support you in your vision!

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READY TO GET A JUMP START?

You can get ahead of the process by completing our custom design questionnaire. It will provide us with the insights needed to better understand your project and may also help bring you greater clarity.

STILL NOT SURE IF YOU NEED A CUSTOM HOME? 

Take this Home Satisfaction Assessment to see
if your current space is meeting your needs:

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