A Step30 Housing Initiative · Western Kenya

Rural housing, reimagined.

Beautiful earthen homes designed to improve health, strengthen communities and make quality housing more affordable.

175+
Homes
1,400+
People
42
Communities
20–30
Artisans
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A homeowner standing proudly in her newly finished earthen home
A family home in Trans Nzoia County
About Nyumba Nzuri

Homes built to last, naturally.

Nyumba Nzuri builds new earthen homes and reimagines existing ones — pairing locally available materials with modern finishing and the craft of trained artisans. The result: housing that is healthier, more resilient, and priced within reach, proving that beautiful homes can scale across rural Kenya and beyond.

"We believe the future of rural housing will be shaped by solutions that are locally rooted, environmentally responsible and built to last."

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Affordable Housing

Quality construction at a fraction of conventional cost — proof that beautiful homes don't require large budgets.

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Climate-Conscious Construction

Earthen materials regulate temperature naturally and lower environmental impact without compromising strength.

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Community Craftsmanship

Every home is built by trained local artisans, keeping skill and opportunity within the community.

What We Do

An integrated model for earthen housing

From upgrading a family's existing home to building a new one from the ground up, every service is delivered by trained local artisans using locally available materials.

Artisan hands applying earthen plaster finish with a wooden trowel
Interior & exterior finishing

Home Transformation

Wall and floor finishing, weather protection and painting that convert existing mud homes into clean, durable, attractive living spaces.

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New earthen home under construction with timber frame and iron roof
Built from the ground up

New Earthen Homes

Complete construction of high-quality earthen houses designed for long-term comfort and strength — a low-carbon alternative to conventional building.

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A trained Nyumba Nzuri artisan with a family in their finished home
Skilled hands, local knowledge

Artisan Development

Training local masons in specialised earthen construction — creating employment while strengthening valuable building knowledge.

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Assess

Free, on-site home assessment.

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Design

A transparent quotation and plan.

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Build

Work begins with trained artisans.

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Finish

Durable, beautiful finishing touches.

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Support

Ongoing care and follow-up.

Our Impact

Housing that delivers lasting value

Since 2022, Nyumba Nzuri has helped families across Western Kenya live better — measured not just in homes built, but in the opportunities created for local artisans.

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Healthier families
Resilient communities
Skilled employment
Lower construction costs
Reduced environmental impact
Stories of Change

Every home has a story

Drag to compare — behind every finished wall is a family living with greater comfort, confidence and hope.

Mud wall before finishingBefore
Wall after Nyumba Nzuri finishingAfter
"We didn't move to a new house. We simply transformed the one we already had."
— Homeowner, Kiminini Ward
A homeowner gesturing toward the wall of her newly finished home
A newly finished home

"The dust is gone, and cleaning the house takes minutes instead of an entire morning."

Homeowner, Cherangany

"I learned a trade that now supports my own family, while helping build others' homes."

Trained Artisan, Kitale
Contact

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're a homeowner, donor, partner or volunteer, our team is ready to connect.

Phone

0724 721 994

Office

Park View Towers (Gific), 2nd Floor, Office Step30, Kitale

Service Areas

Trans Nzoia · Bungoma · Uasin Gishu · Busia