Semmes & Co Builders, Inc
Patio - rustic patio idea in San Luis Obispo

This is a 1300 bales job conducted at the Aberdeen community, completed in two days by our experienced crew.

red clay floor - kitchen

Nature is beautiful in its original state, which is why we use straw to create natural and sustainable luxury wall finishes. The Straw & Design Co. was founded by Paulin Paris, a Franco-American from a family of artists and designers. His grandfather was the founder of the Bagues Company in France. Drawing from his French roots, Paris’ designs are a contemporary reinvention of a classical French marquetry technique that transforms an ancient craft to fulfill modern tastes. We are the first to introduce this technique to the West Coast. The Straw & Design Co. functions as a streamlined process from presentation and drawings to samples and installation. Our dedication reveals itself in custom designed, handmade pieces. Every project is a work of art.

Kristy Kay
Example of a beach style medium tone wood floor foyer design in Boston with white walls

Nature is beautiful in its original state, which is why we use straw to create natural and sustainable luxury wall finishes. The Straw & Design Co. was founded by Paulin Paris, a Franco-American from a family of artists and designers. His grandfather was the founder of the Bagues Company in France. Drawing from his French roots, Paris’ designs are a contemporary reinvention of a classical French marquetry technique that transforms an ancient craft to fulfill modern tastes. We are the first to introduce this technique to the West Coast. The Straw & Design Co. functions as a streamlined process from presentation and drawings to samples and installation. Our dedication reveals itself in custom designed, handmade pieces. Every project is a work of art.

Window seats with wood slabs and soft, rounded openings using lime based plaster over straw bale. Note shelf carved into straw. The white pine timber frame cut from trees on site.

The living roof softens the long elevation and makes the house feel like it is part of the garden. The simplicity of the porch design is complemented by the complexity and natural randomness of the plant forms and colors. Photo by Celia Pearson.

Views of Grandfather Mountain and Tennessee River
Living room - contemporary living room idea

Nature is beautiful in its original state, which is why we use straw to create natural and sustainable luxury wall finishes. The Straw & Design Co. was founded by Paulin Paris, a Franco-American from a family of artists and designers. His grandfather was the founder of the Bagues Company in France. Drawing from his French roots, Paris’ designs are a contemporary reinvention of a classical French marquetry technique that transforms an ancient craft to fulfill modern tastes. We are the first to introduce this technique to the West Coast. The Straw & Design Co. functions as a streamlined process from presentation and drawings to samples and installation. Our dedication reveals itself in custom designed, handmade pieces. Every project is a work of art.

Semmes & Co Builders, Inc
Example of a mountain style dining room design in San Luis Obispo

Front Entry

Straw Bale home, front approach.
Example of a mid-sized southwest beige one-story concrete exterior home design in Albuquerque

catwalk, deck to studio roof

bathroom

Straw Bale home, front approach.
Example of a mid-sized southwest beige one-story concrete exterior home design in Albuquerque