SAMBANI BUILD

Building in Rhythm

General Contractor in Port Townsend, WA

Building Homes for Over 30 years

new home, framing, new construction, trusses

With a combined fifty years completing new homes, renovations and additions, Sambani Build has the experience to take on most jobs, from simple to complex. Since moving to Port Townsend, Washington in 2015, Sambani Build owner Jeffree Clark has built a strong team of high-quality subcontractors: from plumbers, electricians, excavators, cabinets installers, to framers.  Sambani has the experience to reduce the stresses of the project through clear communication, foresight into possible complications, and defining clear expectations.

Energy efficiency upgrade, skylights, roof

Why “Sambani”:

“Sambani” means “djembe” in Susu, a language from Guinea, West Africa. The actual spelling and pronunciation is not definitive. The spirit of the djembe drum is with me every day, through my music practice and through my professional work with Sambani Build. I named my company in tribute to a tradition that is very close to my heart. 

About 20 years ago, I saw a benefit concert in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with music and dance from Guinea. I was instantly moved by this tradition that I had never experienced before. I met and began taking drum lessons, and I loved it so much that I started taking trips to Guinea to study the music at its source. I ended up going for three years in a row. My life changed drastically from these experiences of seeing and feeling this culture, and relating how privileged my life is compared to much of the rest of the planet.  

Over the years, I have had to come to some understanding of my role as a white-identified person playing rhythms from West Africa. I have wrestled with questions of appropriation, and I find no easy answers. I seek to honor this beautiful music  from a humble place. The teachers that I have had the privilege to study with in Guinea have given me their blessings to share these traditions. I offer my deep respect and gratitude to these teachers: Bolokada Conde, Sekou Conde, Ousmane Camara, Ousmane Sylla,Abass Camara, Manimou Camara, Mylla Sylla, Mbemba Bangoura, and others. 


- Jeffree

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What Our Clients Say

  • "It was a pleasure working with Jeffree and his team, such integrity and quality workmanship. I appreciate how effectively Jeffree orchestrated the work and the subs, it all went so smoothly. Throughout the project, Jeffree was always budget conscious and a great communicator, it felt like a true collaboration. I am very happy with the results, the place looks beautiful!!"

    Tana Klebanow

  • "Jeffree built an addition to our beautiful but small exposed beam roof house on a steep and difficult hill with a goal to match the style of the house while using the latest materials available. Jeffree’s execution was flawless with many ‘on the fly’ decisions and adjustments. Jeffree is meticulous about measurements and is a perfectionist, the results are stunning. We enjoy every minute in the house and continually appreciate the beauty and utility of every square inch."

    Yosi Lutwak

  • "He had quality in mind and provided excellent workmanship which has been an ongoing pleasure to us as we enjoy living in our renovated home. The house has brought new opportunities and success to our activities beyond our expectations."

    Kristin Smith