Earth House Oy is a small company based in Helsinki, Finland, established in 2013, that develops modular building solutions for housing, agricultural, and commercial needs. The firm reports just five employees and annual revenues of approximately 500,000 euros. Its approach is notable for producing modular steel frame construction kits, with manufacturing carried out locally in Zambia. Earth House Oy emphasizes using local materials and labor in its projects.
The company’s activities reach beyond Finland. Earth House Oy has turned its attention to markets in Africa, working in partnership with local businesses to co-develop building projects that integrate water supply, sanitation, renewable energy, and waste management infrastructure. The company’s rationale is to deliver buildings that are functional and secure while supporting local economies through sourcing and assembly.
Recent examples from its publicly available materials describe the ongoing deployment of these modular units in Zambia, with a focus on empowering entrepreneurs and improving living conditions by maximizing the use of available resources. The core technology centers on a lightweight, rigid steel frame and modular envelopes that can be adapted to a variety of end uses.
Leadership at Earth House Oy includes CEO Sami Juola, who brings experience from Finnish firms in marketing and media, as well as a background leading businesses with international dimensions. The organization remains small but positions itself as an innovator in modular, adaptive construction with a focus on sustainable, locally-driven solutions.