River Electric
Guerneville, California

River Electric is a day club, resort, and overnight retreat in Guerneville, CA — the first hospitality concept from the visionary team behind Shelter Co. and The Get Out. Nestled among the redwoods along the Russian River, the site offers a unique blend of modern design, midcentury inspiration, and summer camp nostalgia, creating a destination that is both elevated and deeply rooted in place.

An outdoor patio area with a wooden shelter, tables, and benches, surrounded by a grassy yard and fenced with trees in the background.

Guests are welcomed by a 3,000 SF food & beverage pavilion, a luxury bath house, two pools, and 40 tents for overnight accommodations. At the heart of the site lies a dramatic 60-foot circular pool, encircled by interconnected pathways and structures designed to foster community and connection.

Referencing midcentury architecture, the built environment employs a restrained material palette of salvaged redwood, steel, and concrete across the welcome center, restaurant, and bathhouse. Architectural elements like round oculus openings and forest-framed views enhance the immersive indoor-outdoor experience, celebrating the surrounding landscape while offering thoughtful moments of pause.

A modern house partially hidden behind trees, with a concrete wall and a ledge, set in a grassy landscape under a bright sky.
Modern building with gray concrete walls, flat roof, and wooden accents, surrounded by a large grassy area and trees.

Given the site's location in a known floodplain, flood-conscious design played a critical role in the project's structural strategy. Elevated foundations, engineered flood vents, waterproofing systems, and integrated bioretention landscaping were carefully implemented to ensure long-term environmental resilience and regulatory compliance. These systems work in tandem to mitigate water impact while preserving the natural ecology of the site.

In addition to its hospitality offerings, River Electric features five distinct event venues—including a sailcloth tent, amphitheater, and poolside lounge—capable of hosting up to 200 guests for weddings, retreats, and celebrations. The venue not only brings new tourism and economic activity to Guerneville but also establishes a long-term anchor for community gathering, creative programming, and cultural revitalization.

As a design and engineering partner, we’re proud to have contributed to a project that merges form and function with purpose—supporting a broader vision of co-resilience and lasting positive impact in Sonoma County.

Aerial view of a park with a circular pool, green grassy areas, walking paths, trees, and surrounding buildings in a wooded area.
A wooden ramp leading to a campground with tents in a lush green forest.

Architectural Renderings
via Boundary Works

A lush green park with a swimming pool, surrounded by trees and pathways, with people walking and relaxing in the area.
Outdoor lounge area with wooden pergola, lounge chairs, tables, umbrellas, and people relaxing surrounded by greenery and trees.
Modern house with flat roof and wooden accents, surrounded by trees, with a pool in the foreground and a woman relaxing in a lounge chair under an umbrella.
Modern outdoor shelter with concrete walls labeled "RIVER" and "ELECTRIC" in gold lettering, surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with two people sitting on a bench underneath.
Outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by green trees and a grassy area, viewed from a shaded patio with seating and a small table.

Aerial Job Site Images
January 2025

Aerial view of a park with winding paths, trees, and a basketball court, surrounded by parked cars and a building.
An aerial view of a park with a playground, parking lot, and surrounding trees, with a winding two-lane road nearby.
Aerial view of a winding road through a forested mountainous area with a construction site below and houses in the distance.
Construction site with wooden framework for a building, clear blue sky, open area with concrete pavement, and trees in the background.
Construction site with pouring of concrete for a walkway, viewed from inside a building with a circular skylight on the ceiling and walls made of concrete.
Close-up of a building's underside with beige panels, a white horizontal border, and a blue sky in the background.

PROJECT NAME
River Electric

CATEGORY
Hospitality

LOCATION
Guerneville, CA

YEAR BUILT
2025

STATUS
Completed

TEAM
Cello Maudru, Contractor
Boundary Works, Designer

PRESS
Travel + Leisure: This New Northern California Resort Has 40 Chic Glamping Tents Amid Towering Redwoods, A Swim Club, and It’s Own Natural Wine - Article Link

Hospitality Design: The River Electric Opens as a Camp Resort in Sonoma County - Article Link

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