We get a version of this question often, usually from architecture students who’ve just discovered Earthship Biotecture and are trying to reverse-engineer a career path from it: should I get a master’s in sustainable design, or is a standard architecture degree enough? Our answer tends to surprise people. For most candidates, we’d rather see a … Read more
A home built from packed-earth tires, aluminum cans, and glass bottles holding steady near 68°F, no furnace, no AC, isn’t a novelty. It’s a working demonstration of thermal mass, passive solar orientation, and closed-loop water and power design operating as one integrated system rather than as bolted-on “green” features. The wall is the mechanical system. … Read more
What clients with chemical sensitivities, fire concerns, and long-term health in mind deserve to know. In conversations about healthy buildings, insulation is one of the most misunderstood—and emotionally charged—topics. Clients often ask a deceptively simple question: “What is the most non-toxic insulation?” The honest answer is nuanced. There is no insulation material that is non-toxic … Read more
Pangea Biotecture is an integrated design–build and development platform focused on delivering housing and community infrastructure that is affordable, resilient, and regenerative by design. Pangea addresses the upfront cost of construction and the long-term operational realities that ultimately determine whether housing remains stable, dignified, and financially viable for the people it serves. Pangea’s core premise … Read more
Affordability, Regenerative Housing, and the Biotecture Academy Good afternoon, everyone. It is an honor to be here with colleagues who shape the future of our communities—planners, designers, policymakers, and advocates committed to the art and responsibility of place-making. Today, I want to speak about a simple truth that sits at the center of land, culture, … Read more
KSFR | By Dennis Carroll Published September 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM MDT 00:00:00 [Speaker 1] When it comes to building affordable houses and towers, Jonah Reynolds will tell you that there are only three words that really matter, sustainable, sustainable, and sustainable. 00:00:13 [Speaker 1] Reynolds, the son of Michael Reynolds, who gave us the … Read more
A Complete Guide to Building Beyond Sustainability Introduction: Why Regeneration Matters Now We are no longer in an era where doing “less harm” is good enough. The environmental and social crises we face, climate disruption, housing insecurity, water scarcity, and ecosystem collapse, demand a deeper and more active response. That response is regeneration. Regenerative architecture … Read more
When searching for a Taos architect, you’re looking for more than just design expertise. You want a partner who understands the soul of Northern New Mexico—its land, its people, and its unique building challenges. At Pangea Design Build, we combine world-class architectural design with a deep commitment to sustainability, cultural sensitivity, and regenerative living. Why … Read more
A Growing Urgency China confronts a critical dual threat: widespread flooding and severe water scarcity. In July 2021, Zhengzhou endured its most intense rainstorm in recorded history, resulting in at least 31 fatalities and the displacement of over 1.24 million residents. Simultaneously, 24 provinces reported flooding, with 443 rivers overflowing—33 rising beyond historic flood levels—and … Read more
In July 2025 the Taos News reported on the start of Chamisa Verde, seven deed-restricted homes in Taos, and on the COBOD BOD2 construction printer that arrived on site that summer. The article describes the plans as they stood at the time. For the project as it stands now, with some homes in 3D-printed concrete … Read more
