SUPERADOBE SPOTLIGHT

Tommy's Tea Dome

Construction Update: First Stage of Improvements

Construction Update: First Stage of Improvements

Thanks to everyone for your support and encouragement these past few months; we couldn’t have done it without you.
Building in Joshua Tree
SuperAdobe Spotlight

Building in Joshua Tree

After working on his SuperAdobe building for years, Mark passed final inspection and is excited to call his dome, home. Learn about his journey and how he turned his dream into a reality!
Building in Italy
SuperAdobe Spotlight

Building in Italy

After participating in an apprenticeship program at CalEarth, Davide was excited to take his new-found SuperAdobe knowledge back to Italy. Learn about Davide’s domes and also his affinity for using...
SuperAdobe Story: Laura and Caitlin's Sculpture Garden

SuperAdobe Story: Laura and Caitlin's Sculpture Garden

By using their backgrounds in fine art and knowledge of SuperAdobe, Laura Smith and Caitlin Deane created a sculpture garden at CalEarth in 2015 that fosters community, interaction, and conversation. 
Phase 1 On-Site Construction is Fully Funded!

Phase 1 On-Site Construction is Fully Funded!

We have reached our first fundraising goal! Since launching this campaign, we have received 675 individual donations totaling $49,898! 
CalEarth on BBC Future: What is SuperAdobe?
In the Press

CalEarth on BBC Future: What is SuperAdobe?

CalEarth was recently featured in the BBC's 'Future,' stories that range from health to psychology, climate change to technology.
CalEarth Alumnus Ayal Bryant
SuperAdobe Spotlight

CalEarth Alumnus Ayal Bryant

Ayal built with SuperAdobe in Costa Rica and Puerto Rico and continues to teach, build and advocate. Learn more about his extraordinary buildings below!
Bonita Domes
SuperAdobe Spotlight

Bonita Domes

Tucked away in Joshua Tree, CA, lies Bonita Domes a luxurious private home studio retreat. Owned, designed and built by Drum Medicine Woman, Lisa Starr, Bonita Domes is a model of SuperAdobe techno...
CalEarth has BIG News to Share!

CalEarth has BIG News to Share!

Yesterday, president of CalEarth, Dastan Khalili and consulting civil engineer Vicki Gray presented to the International Code Council (ICC) and received approval to develop evaluation criteria and ...
CalEarth in the News: Building Eco-Friendly Housing

CalEarth in the News: Building Eco-Friendly Housing

Big thank you to Voice of America for visiting us at CalEarth!
FREE Online Classes and Books to those Impacted by Wildfires

FREE Online Classes and Books to those Impacted by Wildfires

CalEarth is committed to helping residents affected by the California wildfires by providing online classes and books free of charge.
Art Beyond the Canvas - November 2-14, 2018

Art Beyond the Canvas - November 2-14, 2018

Don't miss CalEarth at "Art Beyond the Canvas" from November 2-14, 2018 at The Container Yard in downtown LA!
Weather Warriors Documentary
In the Press

Weather Warriors Documentary

Check out this amazing new documentary about CalEarth. Thank you Tastemade and film director Tracy Wares and the whole crew for pulling this together. 
SuperAdobe in Puerto Rico

SuperAdobe in Puerto Rico

CalEarth alum Owen Ingley took a workshop in 2009 and has been working to promote SuperAdobe in Puerto Rico for the last 8 years.
SuperAdobe in Za'atari Refugee Camp funded by Oxfam
SuperAdobe Worldwide

SuperAdobe in Za'atari Refugee Camp funded by Oxfam

Check out this amazing video from Oxfam in the Middle East-- a SuperAdobe project built by refugees in the Za’atari Refugee Camp in Jordan. 
Now Hiring- Marketing & Communications Manager
CalEarth News

Now Hiring- Marketing & Communications Manager

CalEarth is looking for a communications manager to join our team (remotely!) for about 10-20 hours per month.
CalEarth Shelter for all
In the Press

CalEarth Shelter for all

Thanks to Jungalow for this great blog post and for sharing our work with all your followers! 
Going back to the basics- Earth Architecture in Kenya

Going back to the basics- Earth Architecture in Kenya

The US and South America have re-energised the use of earth as an architectural building component through earthbag housing technology
CalEarth in VOGUE!
In the Press

CalEarth in VOGUE!

“Forced displacement from war or persecution is one of humanity’s great challenges in the 21st century,” says Kathryn Mahoney, Senior Communications Officer for the UN’s refugee agency. 
JORDAN TIMES-Classrooms built by refugees for refugees win world architecture award
In the Press

JORDAN TIMES-Classrooms built by refugees for refugees win world architecture award

“In their situation, refugees need simple, fast, low cost and sustainable solutions, which is what we are providing with these classrooms,” di Marco told The Jordan Times, referring to the SuperAd...
SuperAdobe Structure wins Arch Daily 2018 Building of the Year Award
In the Press

SuperAdobe Structure wins Arch Daily 2018 Building of the Year Award

Read More https://www.archdaily.com/880676/100-classrooms-for-refugee-children-emergency-architecture-and-human-rights
SuperAdobe Project in Persian Gulf: Presence in Hormuz (Iran)
SuperAdobe Worldwide

SuperAdobe Project in Persian Gulf: Presence in Hormuz (Iran)

This is a cafe and tourist information center on Hormuz Island in the Persian Gulf of Iran. 
Domes in Madagascar!
SuperAdobe Worldwide

Domes in Madagascar!

Thanks to the magic of the internet and social media we recently discovered this amazing Eco Dome in Madagascar. 
Playground in Zanzibar
SuperAdobe Worldwide

Playground in Zanzibar

CalEarth Alumni Quintin Christian is hard at work with another amazing project. This time it is a playground in Fumba Town Eco City in Zanzibar, Tanzania. 
CalEarth in SF MoMA podcast

CalEarth in SF MoMA podcast

Check out this great podcast!
Superadobe Online Workshop Series
CalEarth News

Superadobe Online Workshop Series

After many months of work we are thrilled to announce our Superadobe Online Workshop Series. For those looking for hands-on demonstrations and lectures, this 12-part video series includes nearly 7 ...
A New Website and So Much More!

A New Website and So Much More!

As we approach the 25th anniversary of CalEarth, we are continually amazed and humbled by the unwavering support of our community.
Cal-Earth at the MoMA in New York

Cal-Earth at the MoMA in New York

Last month I had a surreal experience. I was invited to the opening night of a new exhibit at the MoMA in NYC entitled "Insecurities: Tracing Displacement and Shelter" which featured powerful imag...
CalEarth part of upcoming MoMA exhibit in New York-- Insecurities: Tracing Displacement and Shelter
In the Press

CalEarth part of upcoming MoMA exhibit in New York-- Insecurities: Tracing Displacement and Shelter

MoMa exhibition insecurities brings together works by architects, designers, and artists to address the issue of security within the global refugee crisis 
Documentary: We Create-Why we need handbuilt homes

Documentary: We Create-Why we need handbuilt homes

Check out this great two part documentary by Cari Corbet-Owen featuring CalEarth and other groups and individuals building with earth and other natural materials.