"The hemp render provides a distinctive, earthy look that complements the natural, organic feel we aimed for, seamlessly integrating with the home's surrounding ... reduces a building's carbon ...

"We must manage the wildfire ecosystem," he said at a recent community meeting, "but we really need to start with structure hardening," the process of building resilient homes. Fans of "natural ...

She wants to change the idea of a beautiful home from one made of exotic woods and materials to one that is affordable and made from earth. She also sees natural building techniques as working for ...