The developed world’s dependence on fossil fuels to build our homes is just a blip in time and is quickly expiring. Forward thinking builders around the globe are transitioning to plant-based, carbon sequestering construction, and homeowners are falling in love with the healthy, affordable, earth-friendly alternatives.

In response to this growing movement, we’ve created the NŌD to help usher in the transformation to cleaner, healthier and more equitable structures.

Transform an area of your property. Add a room! Add an artist’s space! Create a sanctuary! The nōd is a sound investment for all of your nature-oriented dwelling hopes and dreams.

We are pioneering plant-based, people powered alternatives to industrialism. As we hone our system, our goal is to create an open source guide for individuals and communities seeking resliency. Our mission extends into the many corners of modern construction practice, but it starts in your backyard and with your support.

At Placecraft, we’re dedicated to promoting the use of natural materials in our built environment for a whole host of reasons. The NŌD lets you get a taste of the healthier, cleaner process and the magnificent results that natural materials offer us.

NŌDs store carbon! By insulating with straw, we effectively suspend the carbon that grain plants have drawn out of the atmosphere through a lifetime of photosynthesis.

We partner with local farmers dedicated to regenerative farming practices. Their work helps to heal the soil and stores carbon.

Cultivating new stories at the intersections between the natural world, building practices, and placemaking is a critical aspect of our mission to support the use of natural materials so that we can leave a more beautiful legacy for future generations. We’re here to help amplify your voice. And we’re poised to receive your feedback.