Azadeh Weber, a clinical psychologist, and her family relocated from San Francisco to rural Spokane, Washington, seeking self-sufficiency through sustainable living. They built a 200-square-foot rammed-earth greenhouse accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on their 140-acre property to grow fruits and vegetables year-round, despite the region's challenging winters. The construction, which cost $40,000, employs ancient rammed-earth techniques with minimal carbon impact and maintains stable temperatures for plants. Their motivation reflects a desire to be more independent and environmentally conscious in an area where grocery access is limited.
Building a passive solar greenhouse ADU not only fulfills our desire for self-sufficiency but also allows us to produce food year-round, despite the harsh winters.
We chose rammed earth construction because it combines sustainability with functionality, providing a low-carbon solution that enhances the growth environment for plants.
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