Water is one of our most precious resources, and in California we feel that reality every day. A greywater system — which redirects water from showers, sinks, and laundry to irrigate your landscape — is one of the simplest, most impactful ways to close the loop in your home.
At Traditional Craftworks, we like to think of greywater as an old idea brought into the present: using what you already have, designing with care, and letting your home work in rhythm with the land.
Read MoreIn California, wildfire isn’t a distant possibility — it’s part of the landscape we live in. That reality shapes not just insurance costs or neighborhood planning, but the very way a house should be built.
A fire-hardened home isn’t only about meeting codes. It’s about protecting lives, preserving investments, and creating resilience in a state where fire seasons grow longer each year. With the right construction methods and materials, homes can stand stronger, resist ignition — giving families peace of mind and firefighters the defense they need to fight fires manageably and safely.
Read MoreAccessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are showing up everywhere — backyards, converted garages, small infill lots — and for good reason. For homeowners, they offer a mix of practical and long-term benefits, all while supporting a more sustainable way of living.
At Traditional Craftworks, we see ADUs as a natural extension of artisan building: small, efficient, adaptable structures designed to last. Here’s why building one might be the best move you can make for your home and community.
Read MoreEvery material in a home has a story — where it came from, how it was made, and where it will end up when its life is done. Choosing sustainable, reused, and recycled materials isn’t just about saving resources; it’s about weaving homes into a bigger cycle of stewardship and creativity.
When we give materials a second life, we honor their history, reduce waste, and build homes that reflect a deeper respect for the planet.
Read MoreEvery home tells a story through the materials it’s built with. Walls, floors, and finishes aren’t just surfaces — they affect how you breathe, how you feel, and how your home connects to the world outside.
Choosing natural, non-toxic materials is more than an aesthetic choice. It’s about creating a space that supports health, longevity, and the environment we all share.
Read MoreThe outside of your home is more than a façade — it’s a living system. The way we shape our landscapes affects how much water we use, how rain moves through the ground, and how resilient our surroundings become in dry seasons.
By choosing permeable surfaces and native, water-wise planting, you create an exterior that’s both beautiful and regenerative.
Read MoreThe walls of a home do more than hold up a roof — they set the stage for comfort, health, and connection to the outside world. Building with natural materials like earthen plaster and strawbale isn’t just a design choice. It’s a philosophy: creating spaces that breathe, age gracefully, and leave a lighter footprint on the earth.
Read MoreEvery home starts with its walls — they’re the bones of the space, shaping how it performs, how it feels, and how it stands against time. The way those walls are built doesn’t just affect strength and efficiency — it defines the daily experience of living inside.
Building with ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) is more than a structural choice. It’s a way to create a home that is resilient, efficient, and enduring, while treading lighter on the planet we all share.
Read MoreWe often think of fresh air as something outside, but the air inside your home matters even more. It’s where you spend most of your time, where you and your family sleep, and where your body restores itself.
Indoor air health isn’t just about opening windows or buying an air filter. It starts with how a home is built: the methods, materials, and details that shape the air you breathe every day.
Read MoreComfort in a home is about more than shelter from the elements. It’s in the steady warmth on a winter morning, the cool quiet of a summer afternoon, and the way fresh air flows without drafts or noise. Efficiency is the hidden layer of design that makes a house truly livable — and it’s one of the most important parts of how we build.
Drawing inspiration from Passive House principles, we focus on airtight construction, deep insulation, and healthy air exchange. The result? Homes that are efficient, resilient, and comfortable every day — while dramatically cutting energy use and carbon emissions.
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