Rammed Earth House

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Designs Northwest Architects — Western WA, 2025

Rammed Earth House features a modern design with wood siding and black metal roofing in a rural setting.

Rammed Earth House, designed by Designs Northwest Architects, stands on farmland in Western Washington. Completed in 2025, the project responds to its pastoral context with a focus on energy efficiency and modern, sustainable construction techniques. The residence employs exterior walls formed from earth and cement, compacted in lifts to create a layered appearance, with an 8-inch polyisocyanurate insulation core embedded within each wall. This assembly combines the visual qualities of stone with the energy performance benefits of a super-insulated envelope. The substantial thermal mass provided by the rammed earth construction helps to moderate interior temperatures, reducing energy demands throughout the year.

Architect
Designs Northwest Architects
Location
Western WA · Seattle architects
Year
2025
Images
11
Style
Contemporary, Modern
Materials
Blackened Steel, Board-Formed Concrete, Concrete, Glass, Leather
Features
Black Window Frames, Covered Patio, Flat Roof, Floor-to-Ceiling Glass, Shed Roof
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