Things are growing at Chachalaka

As construction progresses on Casa J at Chachalaka, the setting is becoming even more impressive. The ocean, beach and sky are always framed in the awesome views. I like this image of re-bar rising in the air waiting to be tied into forms, and the delicate winter flowers on one of the wonderful trees at Chachalaka.

Construction started at Chachalaka Mexico

A very unique house is now in construction at Chachalaka on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Casa J sits on a site overlooking the ocean, with sweeping vistas of pristine unspoiled beach. It is modern, blue/green, and the first house on this amazing private parcel of land.

Who's looking at who?

While China looks at us, we should be looking at China. A trip to China is an eye opener as to why they are a formidable competitor on a global scale. They are smart, creative, and above all, highly motivated. Their infrastructure is modern, state of the art. New airports, highways, rapid transit, and world class architecture. Many in western cultures are still thinking cold war economics. Time to change.

Which way to go?

This sign on a rural road in Eastern Washington State, USA seems to suggest in the photograph, two very different sides, left or right. Not unlike the politics in the US today. However, I like to just think of it as choices of where we choose to be. We have many.

Adventures in Bhutan

Bhutan offers some of the best trekking in the world. The snowman trek takes you through the highest passes and into the most remote regions. This photo clearly shows the ups and the downs of this pass at around 14,000 feet. We paused for a rest, and to let the Yaks pass.

Designing first house at Chachalaka

The basic design and footprint is established for the first house at Chachalaka on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. The house will have sweeping views of the ocean and beach. The design is open and like a gallery with many openings to the vistas towards the south and west. Natures art.

Building with natural materials

A simple rustic palapa at Chachalaka made by hand from nature. There are different styles of palapa construction. The principle difference being the type of palm leaves that are used. This is the most basic for a structure that is to serve as interim shelter during construction of a home.

Beautiful Functional Art

A very talented friend, Jason Brown, creates amazing designs for home and table inspired by traditional artisans from around the world. Shown are a two very different table runners. Jason's art is part industrial design and part craftsmanship. You can see more at studiojasonbrown.com

Nature's design at Chachalaka Beach

Early morning light, sculpted sand, and a lone bird on the beach. The beach and land at Chachalaka on the Pacific Coast of Mexico provide a gallery of colors, textures and patterns.