Straw (the dry stalk of the wheat plant) is collected via square baler from area farms.  These are pressed into all wood frames to create super-insulated panels that can be easily delivered and erected on site.  Panels are custom made based on the home’s design and receive rigorous inspection throughout the design and build process. Installed in conjunction with appropriate high-performance detailing, the panels provide an excellent level of insulation while avoiding the human health concerns that many modern building materials pose.

Various finishing options are available for the exterior and interior. Straw insulation is a perfect substrate for natural earthen or lime plaster finishes, and a base coat can be factory-applied before shipping. However, panels can also be finished with more conventional materials, like siding and gypsum board, by using a ventilated rainscreen on the exterior and furring chase on the interior.