Building Health by Design: Inside the Boca de Canon Project
Project Spotlight | Nurtured Nests Featured in Living West
What does it really mean to build for health?
At Nurtured Nests, we believe a healthier home begins long before the furniture arrives. It starts with the decisions made throughout design and construction—from the materials specified and the systems selected to the protocols used during installation.
Our work on the Boca de Canon residence reflects this philosophy.
Working alongside the homeowner and project team, we brought our expertise in building biology, material health, environmental consulting, and wellness-focused design to a renovation where occupant well-being was a central priority.
Beyond Material Selection
For this project, our involvement extended beyond recommending healthier finishes. We collaborated with the construction team on material specifications, installation protocols, and environmental considerations, including details such as the water used in plaster preparation.
These decisions illustrate an important principle of building for health: the way a material is installed and how it interacts with the surrounding environment can be as important as the material itself.
Recognition in Living West
The project was featured in Living West, where Nurtured Nests Co-Founder JoAnna Elliott discussed our integrated approach to healthier building, the importance of contractor collaboration, and the role of indoor environmental air and water quality in residential design.
Build + Design for Health with Nurtured Nests
Whether you're planning new construction, renovating an existing home, or evaluating opportunities to improve your indoor environment, our approach brings health-focused expertise into the decisions that shape your home.
Explore our Build for Health and Interior Design services or contact Nurtured Nests to discuss your project.
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