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My Story

My love for nature and building with earth began in childhood. Days spent playing with mud, creating and exploring amidst the beauty of the outdoors, instilled in me a deep appreciation for the natural world. This passion evolved from childhood mud pies to full-fledged earthen homes, a journey culminating in my own cob house, a testament to sustainable living and a profound connection to the earth.

Building with earth is not just about construction; it's a philosophy of co-existence and a spiritual practice. It's about utilizing what nature provides, recycling and repurposing materials to create unique and affordable homes. For me, earthen homes represent a simpler, more peaceful, and authentic way of life—traditional yet adaptable to modern needs. They provide a sanctuary for healing and spiritual connection, a space where I find peace and solace amidst the chaos of the world.

Of course, if precision and rigid conformity are your priorities, earthen homes may not be the ideal choice. But if you yearn for a connection to nature, a sustainable way of living, and the freedom to create a home that truly reflects your values, while also nurturing your spirit, then building with earth might just be the perfect path for you!

I began Ushago Style self building informally in 2006 with the goals to encourage, inspire and empower individuals, including children and young adults to:

  • proudly reclaim the rich Ushago Style African-Kenyan traditional house building techniques of using cob (earth) , in self building creative, affordable and sustainable environmental friendly homes. 

 

  • understand the benefits of retaining traditional Ushago Style cob building techniques tailored to the 21st C.

 

  • ensure traditional house building methods are recorded for future generations, as part of their cultural inheritance.

  • encourage a healthier less stressful lifestyle brought about by taking loans, in house building

  • encourage positive community relationships

Kenyans

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The  Core Team

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