​Origin Natural Building was born from a desire to create beautifully handcrafted buildings that reconnect people to nature and have a low environmental impact. 

​​We are carpenters, architectural designers and natural plaster specialists who are passionate about craftsmanship and the environment.  ​​​

Our core belief is that buildings should be healthy, warm and relaxing spaces to be in, with natural light and comfort that can inspire us and enrich our lives. 

​With considered design and natural materials a building can have a positive impact on our wellbeing and connection to nature. ​​ 

​We believe that a building should not separate you from the environment but embrace it.

​Our projects are designed to respond to their surroundings, whether that be working to the principles of passive solar design, incorporating a living roof to create a new habitat, utilising natural light or accentuating a beautiful view.  

Rowan
Architectural designer, carpenter

​My journey started as a joiner's apprentice in Wales making bespoke doors and windows. I was captivated by the different varieties and beauty of timbers we worked with in the workshop. After 5 years of apprenticeship I moved to Bristol. I began to work as a carpenter and was keen to learn how to build the structures I had become so accustomed to making joinery for.  At the age of 27 I decided to pursue another avenue in the building industry and study architecture. After graduating I realised that I needed to take my own path and follow my dream of designing and building sustainable buildings with a close connection to clients and the environment.

Brendan
Carpenter, earth builder, natural plaster specialist

​After many years working in the construction industry, I craved more fulfilling work that would allow me to express my creativity.  In 2006, I became an apprentice carpenter in Bristol, beginning my journey on a path that has taken me through building houses and into joinery and furniture-making.  The possibilities for creativity are now endless.  Whilst working on a straw bale house, I was inspired by its beauty and simplicity, and impressed by the performance of the building. Equally fascinated by the science behind using natural materials, it was during this build that I started working with clay plasters and found my passion for this wonderful material I now love to use on our buildings.