About Us

– Jon Clark
President, EarthCraft Construction Design|Build

EarthCraft Construction Inc. was founded 15 years ago by Mark “Ron” Hixson to achieve two things.

First, to leave the world a better place than he found it.

And second, to further promote a Service- Oriented Business Model that is still maintained today.

We view EarthCraft as a business that prioritizes serving our clients.

We strive to add value to our client’s lives through our buildings and business practices.

I took the helm from Ron over 5 years ago. Since then, I have worked hard to further his Design-Build vision.

I have also incorporated my own ideas about green design and quality construction techniques.

I came from Louisiana and was mentored by master carpenter and builder Jim Armentor.

Bringing those exacting and meticulous traits to the builds in Idaho has been a worthwhile challenge.

It is a challenge we will continue into the future.

EarthCraft has carried out many successful design-builds.

One of the most notable is the Boise Avenue Straw Bale Residence.

It won the Mayor’s Design Excellence Award in 2010.

It is also Idaho’s first-ever LEED-rated residence (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

Green building has inherent architectural fundamentals.

These fundamentals are unlike many conventional design details we see in most of our structures in America.

At EC, we work to best apply these green design fundamentals within a common-sense approach to your custom design.

Every building, client, and property is different, as are the design considerations given to each of those individual aspects.

It doesn’t matter if it’s a single-family residence. It also applies to a large commercial structure.

EarthCraft is committed to the efficiency and success of your project.

Jon Clark

PRESIDENT

Jon Clark is a licensed general contractor and Design|Builder in Idaho & Oregon and is President of EarthCraft Construction.

EarthCraft specializes in designing and building healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings that offer environmental, social, and financial benefits.

Jon was born and raised in Texas and Louisiana. He started working in construction 12 years ago. Before this, he served as a Scout Sniper in the United States Marine Corps. After serving five years in the Marines, he moved to South Louisiana under the mentorship of Jim Armentor.

During this time, Jon found his passion for design and building. Jon embraced the correct way to approach building through Jim’s guidance. “If it ain’t right, it ain’t right.” Every detail and build must be right, no matter what.

EarthCraft has distinguished itself by outperforming its best competitors. It achieves this through practices of high-performance, energy-negative, and carbon-negative standards. The company also adheres to passive solar and PassiveHaus standards. Meanwhile, it maintains design functionality in all its structures.

MARK “RON” HIXON

FOUNDER

Mark L. (Ron) Hixson has been designing and building custom homes in the Boise Valley for nearly 50 years. He wholeheartedly believes that green building is more than a trend. He honors the tradition of custom home builders and master craftsmen. He designs and builds truly unique homes from start to finish.

Throughout his long career, he has successfully executed many building processes. These range from production housing to specs to custom-builds. Eventually, he established EarthCraft, Idaho’s 1st green building company.

“Often imitated, never duplicated.”

RENEE DUGAS

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Renée Dugas is a seasoned business development professional. She has over 20 years of experience in creating and executing strategic plans. Her skills span various industries ranging from Architecture to Hospitality. She started her career as the founding Executive Director for the Baton Rouge Epicurean Society. There, she created the Fête Rouge Food & Wine Festival. This event raised over $1 million in funds for local organizations dedicated to childhood health and nutrition. Renée then further expanded her culinary skills. She grew the quaint City Pork Deli & Charcuterie into City Group Hospitality. It became a multi-million-dollar enterprise with over 10 culinary concepts. Afterward, she served as the Director of Operations at Bocage Racquet Club. It is the 9th largest clay court tennis club in the U.S.

Renée is the Director of Operations for EarthCraft Design|Build, the Premier Green Builder in the Treasure Valley. She oversees client relations, marketing, sales, and tactical planning. She is committed to delivering results that exceed expectations for our clients and the community.