The Ember Network

An Innovative Approach to Rebuilding After Wildfire

The Ember Network is an innovative architectural initiative designed specifically for communities impacted by wildfire.
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Born from our firsthand work with fire-affected families across Northern California, The Ember Network blends the high-quality, bespoke design experience of A•SQUARED with the cost-efficiency and collective momentum of a shared architectural process.
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This is not a catalog of pre-designed homes. Nor is it a traditional, one-off custom service—though we offer that too. Instead, The Ember Network offers something entirely new:
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A way for small groups of homeowners to rebuild together—more efficiently, smarter, and more intentionally.
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Through this initiative, participants can:
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  • Collaborate in a guided design process shaped by shared values
  • Reduce costs through coordinated planing
  • Accelerate timelines with experienced and trusted teamwork
  • Create homes that are resilient, sustainable, and deeply personal

‍The result is a purposeful, cost-effective, and high-quality path forward—centered on community, and built to endure.
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We are proud to officially announce the launch of The Ember Network.
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Please select your region below, watch our presentation video, and learn how to join.

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The Ember Intake

By choosing to share your story, you’re taking a meaningful step—not just toward rebuilding your home, but toward reweaving the fabric of your community. Designing a home that truly fits your life starts with understanding how you live. There are no right or wrong answers—just insights that will shape a space designed around you.

This intake form is the first part of your journey with The Ember Network. It’s not a test or a contract—just a way for us to better understand who you are, what you value, and how we can align your path with others walking a similar road. The Intake contains a few questions about your household, your site, and your hopes for rebuilding. Your answers will help us thoughtfully group families into Threads—small clusters of aligned neighbors—so we can design more intentionally and rebuild more efficiently, together.

There are no wrong answers. Answer what you can, skip what you need, and share what feels right.

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Household Snapshot

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Homesite Snapshot

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Lifestyle Snapshot

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Design Snapshot

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Budget Snapshot

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Household Snapshot

What will you commit to?

We would like to be considered for

Is there a selection of families you already want to be in a thread with?

Who are we designing for?

 How many people are in your household?

Adults:

Children:

Do any household members have mobility or Accessibility issues?

Do you have any pets that need to be accommodated?

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Homesite Snapshot

Tell us about your property

Where is your homesite located?

Address:

Do you know your APN number?

Number:

Is your property part of an HOA or any other sort of organization?

What is the current condition of your site?

Do you know your lot size?

Are there any known site challenges?

What utilities does your site offer?

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Lifestyle Snapshot

Comforts of home

 What feelings do you want your home to evoke when you walk through the door? (pick all that apply)

Do you need any spaces to serve multiple functions? (pick all that apply)

Are there any specialty spaces you’d like to include? (pick all that apply)

Where do you usually work?

Which types of spaces do you imagine being most essential and functional in your new home? (pick all that apply)

What type of appliances will you want to use? * Note gas appliances will only be acceptable if you stay within the 10% of your original footprint.  Greater than 10% will be subject to new electric only energy codes *

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Design Snapshot

What your home should include

Do you have a preferred architectural style?
Note that our designs will be modern + timeless + clean regardless of roof shape or features:

How many bedrooms will you need?

How many bathrooms will you need?

What level of privacy would you like between spaces? (pick all that apply)

How many cars do you need to park in a garage?

Does your home need to accommodate a view?

How important is natural light in your new home?

Do you want additional site amenities? (pick all that apply)

Do you have exterior material preferences? (pick all that apply)

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Budget Snapshot

Construction budget

 What is your anticipated rebuild budget (include hard costs + soft costs)

Have you received your insurance settlement?

How do you plan to finance your rebuild?

What is your timeline for moving forward?

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