Wolfworks

A mission driven, worker owned design and build company. Better Home. Better Life. Better Planet.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! We’re grateful to be surrounded by people who are committed to designing and building in ways that support both people and the planet.

Recently, the Wolfworks team attended NESEA BuildingEnergy Boston Conference, where this year’s theme “Don’t Stop Us Now!” felt exactly right. It was energizing to connect with peers, friends, and new collaborators all working toward reducing our collective impact.

We also spent time in Southern Vermont with our NESEA Bottom Lines peer network group touring thoughtful, high-performance projects and having honest conversations about the business of building better.

Feeling inspired, grounded, and ready to carry that momentum forward through 2026. 🌎

04/03/2026

We recently had the opportunity to support a local Environmental Science Magnet School in Hartford on a small but meaningful project.

The Environmental Sciences Magnet School’s Resident Scientist regularly uses the campus greenhouse and community gardens as an outdoor classroom. She was looking for a simple structure to provide shade for students during lessons and we were glad to help.

We are currently constructing a 16' x 20' pavilion for comfort, but also for function. The metal roof will collect rainwater that can be reused to support the gardens, reinforcing the school’s hands-on approach to environmental education.

A special thank you to Chris Tolly Construction for their expertise and help on this!

03/31/2026

After a tough winter, we are excited to have recently broken ground on our Southbury Straw Panel farmhouse! Panel fabrication is underway by our friends at .design while we prep the site and foundation. Stay tuned for more updates as this great collaborative project evolves. We are excited to be utilizing bio-base materials to create a positive planetary impact while also providing a Zero Energy property for the homeowners.

03/19/2026

We had a great time attending the Bloomfield High School Capstone Career Fair this week. It was inspiring to connect with students exploring careers in architecture and construction.

We shared examples of our drawings, gave a quick look into Revit (our modeling and design software), and talked about the wide range of opportunities within the building trades.

What stood out most was the thoughtfulness of the questions and the sustainability and planetary focus the students already have baked into their thinking.

02/16/2026

We’re hiring an Operations and Office Manager to join our team at Wolfworks in Avon, CT.

This role helps keep the foundation of our company strong by supporting our financial systems, day to day operations, team resources, and communication. The Operations and Office Manager connects the dots across finance, operations, and people to help ensure we are organized, informed, and positioned for thoughtful, sustainable growth.

Wolfworks is a mission driven, women and minority led worker cooperative focused on designing and building homes that are better for people and the planet. This position offers flexibility, opportunities for professional growth, and a path toward ownership.

If you are someone who enjoys building systems, supporting teams, and helping a values driven organization thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Apply by visiting homesthatfit.com/opportunities and sending your CV/Resume to [email protected].

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12/31/2025

Wrapping up a few cozy reading nooks. These quiet breakaway spaces are perfect for relaxing, soaking in natural light and views, and decompressing for a bit. Performance details like well-insulated, air-sealed walls and triple-glazed casement windows mean no cold spots or drafts....just even temperatures and true barefoot comfort.

12/11/2025

Approaching the finish line on our Victorian Deep Energy Retrofit in Hartford. We’ve been carefully blending restored details, like the gorgeous stair and original windows, with a fresh new kitchen and primary bath that make their own statement. Our clients’ wallcovering choices have been especially fun to see come to life. Stay tuned as we wrap up this exciting transformation.

12/09/2025

We brought the family’s original butcher block into the new kitchen layout of this deep-energy retrofit. Positioned between the range and the sink it stays within easy reach no matter where you’re cooking and framed by a backyard-view window.

12/06/2025

We love the character in this 100+ year old Victorian. It’s always a fun and exciting challenge to honor the historic beauty while upgrading performance and energy efficiency. The attic’s “Witch’s Crook” is wicked cool and we can’t wait to highlight details like this as we reimagine the home for its new multi-use future.

12/03/2025

On the Boards:
Our prefabricated straw-panel farmhouse is moving through regulatory review in Southbury as we prepare to break ground. The exterior walls of the main home will be built off-site by our friends at .design who insulate the panels using densely packed organic straw sourced from Hadley, MA. This innovative wall system not only stores carbon, creating a positive planetary impact, but also supports our goal of delivering a Zero Energy Ready home.

More updates on this exciting project coming soon!

Address

195 W Main Street
Avon, CT
06001

Telephone

+18606769238

Website

http://homesthatfit.com/

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