A timber frame project in the Bahams, site assessed, local materials sourced and a unique building project is born
A rare bloom of a European orchid in France, we have strategies and methods that will create the conditions for what is rare now to be abundant again, food, soil and freedom
Water tank and pool construction as onsite storage possibilities
A keen eye for blending materials from the region constructed with skillsets traditional to the area and its people
The gifts of plant varieties are the TRUE biotech. Plant varieties extend the cropping season and help the land resist disease
Local fired brick and cob ovens
Chop and drop agriculture requires the human element working with trees to encourage them to grow again after they give their biomass to the land
Cabins under construction at La Bambouseraie Project, cabins for digital nomads on Isla Ometepe
Guanabana fruit, lesser known and native fruit orchard and systems planning and development
Fruits, nuts, timber, pollinators and biomass species are our specialties. Across ALL climates. Let us help you plan to adapt
Chop and drop agro-forestry systems design, food, fodder, pollinators and SOIL creation above all
Find the foods you can grow in abundance. utilise your climate and surroundingsjackfruit is known as a food to resolve hunger problems
Food preservation after cultivation. THE crucial step to food security at home. Let us help you plan how to store food and nutrients through the seasons, for generations to come
Plant diversity is OUR strength
In BIOMASS we trust. The cornerstone for self reliant food systems is the creation and sustaining of a site's soils
Local farmers crops on the sides of volcano Maderas, isla Ometepe
Constructing the Jungle House, timber framing and locally baked clay brick
The second of many housing designs and details crafted by Good:Life
There is an intersection between architecture, landscape and community. We seek to restore balance between all three with good design and years of experience
We can work with you to develop your dream. We designed and grew ours and continue to do so. Learn from our successes and mistakes.
We stand up for our clients and we will help you discover how to let nature find her way again
Home production brings us one step closer to home preservation. Next stop lacto-fermented chili sauce
Tree crops, herbs, cereal crops and pulses
Out-door lover? No problem. We cater to that
Innovative designing, fit to suit specific need: because it all varies
Blend in with your surroundings. Don't fight against it, work with it
Nursery stock, always available to order with advance notice from Ometepe, Nicaragua
Baby habaneros waiting to become hot sauce. Plant in stages
We use erosion stabilizers and long-term fixers in planting designs
We plan for all-year round providers, as well as seasonal produce. No hunger-gap
The beginnings of Selvista Nursery, where we source most of our plants from on Ometepe
Ventilation, views and - here - volcanoes. We plan for all. Tailored designs to needs
House design needs to know your needs and resources. There's possibility everywhere
Utilise your available resources. Adapt to your surroundings
When life throws you mangos, be prepared... and preserve for when it doesn't
Inspiration for patterns and details: the Sacuanjoche/ plumeria/ frangipani, pink
Bamboo babies. Like babies, they take much time and care and love
The gifts of plant varieties are the TRUE biotech. Plant varieties extend the cropping season and help the land resist disease. And chilies are just the BEST
The heart of most developing sites is the nursery. From seed propagation to cuttings to the quasi esoteric, grafting
There are few places we will not go for answers and learning from new experiences and cultures
Home base in Nicaragua: Water catchment, off grid energy systems, food production landscape, constructed from local materials and an earthquake proof dome
I am the first cousin of cacao. For every food many of us are familiar, there are dozens we are not familiar with. Let us help you discover new-found food and nutritional possibilities
clay oven and BBQ nook
Upland rice with corn protected by timber windbreaks and fruit orchards
Past plans... Our experience takes us through Europe, Asia, the Americas and beyond; from islands to mountaintops and all in between
Large site defining swales to harvest water and used as a pattern for planting useful perennial tree and shrub species
The forgotten fruits of marginalized cultures. Renewing their cultivation honors their past contributions and their perseverance in enduring
Solar powered pumping project tailored to the site and the client's needs
Image credits to : Chris Shanks : Megan Walters : Mat Homeijer : Tanja Mikolcic : Marina Jamadi
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