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Eco Village
Permaculture residence

This Design Lab Architecture Firm offers Sustainable and Regenerative Architecture Services to US & International Clients •

Go to CustomEarthSheltered.com for more information on the firm's offerings and projects.

INTERNSHIPS & MENTORSHIPS on these regenerative projects offered in ANTIGUA, GT. as residencies - 1 week to 3 months

Contact us about scheduling architecture, art  and custom internships & residencies in Antigua, Guatemala. Flexible Options: $300 to $1200 per month- instruction, with and without lodgings. Custom arrangement when you contact us Artists.viaGaleria@gmail.com

Our Team - This Collective team of Architects, Designers, Artists & Builders have a professional practice of international architecture work focused on sustainable practices & earth integrations. Offices & studio are in Antigua, Guatemala & Los Angeles, CA.

  • We are your quality crew of international & local planners & makers ready to assist on your project.

  • Transform your projects into shining destinations that attracts more attention.

  • This team has the skills & talents you require to create your dream projects with ease.

  • No matter your budget we know how to "Design its & Build it"

Services include: Planning, Engineering, Permitting, Construction, Interior Design, Furniture, Art & Staging. Earth & Hemp Building Integrations, etc. Services are offered in the USA & the rest of the Americas: Guatemala, Belize, Costa Rica, Chile & the Caribbean+...

 

See CustomEarthSheltered.com Designers & Makers  for more information & work samples. In Antigua, this group works in their Design Lab which investigates innovative more sustainable & resilient design, planning & eco building solutions. We offer local & global Architecture, Design, Construction, Eco Village Planning & Staging Services in Guatemala, CA, USA & beyond to those seeking North American & European building standard integrated with local & hybrid building systems that attract your markets - Adobe, Hemp, Cobb, Off Grid, Earth Integrated, Underground...

 

Work on clients' projects, plus, we offer internships and arts residencies to visitors wanting to develop their own works or attend workshops on Building Responsible Climate Change inspired prototypes using Old & New Building & Village Patterns & Methods - case studies explored & made in Historic Antigua, Guatemala and the USA.

 

Can include visitors going on private local excursions with our drivers & interpreters when they want to see more. Including property searches, research & any pursuits visitors might seek including insider connections to the fun spots. Most Internships are offered in Antigua. Contact us for more specific opportunities at Artists.viaGaleria@gmail.com.

How Applying Works for Remote and On Site in Antigua, GT:

 

  • Application process: Send us an email describing your interests and what you seek in professional support. Submit examples of your work if you have. It will be reviewed by us . If you are selected, you will be offered a phone interview.

  • Acceptance and enrollment: If you meet our criteria we discuss your goals and you will be offered a place on our program. You will secure your position by paying the program deposit ($100) and agreeing to your customized schedule.

  • Internship preparation and career development: As soon as you enroll, you will start receiving professional development content to prepare you for the program and access to a mentor in your field of study.

  • Internship and career development: If you accept a role, we will confirm your start date and timetable as well as what tasks you will be working on. We will support you throughout your internship.

  • Once you complete our program you will part of our global community. We will continue to offer you support and professional advice.

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Internship costs vary considerably depending on YOUR CHOICES from budget to luxury. Tell us your preferences. We explain & you choose what you want...examples below. First Consult Free.

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Firm's Services

See more project samples at: 

CustomEarthSheltered.com

  • ARCHITECTURE • INTERIORS • LANDSCAPE DESIGN

  • INDOOR & OUTDOOR INTEGRATIONS WITH NATURE

  • WINE • CHEESE • MUSHROOM • UNDERGROUND GROWING CAVES & AGRARIAN RETAIL PROJECTS

  • CUSTOM TO DIY HOMES - LUXURY TO BUDGET

  • CUSTOM EARTH INTEGRATIONS: GARDENS, EARTH-SHELTERED, CONVENTIONAL PLANNING

  • CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS & PERMITTING

  • 3D MODELING & VIDEOS

  • LANDSCAPING & WATER CONSERVATION

  • ALTERNATIVE ENERGY INTEGRATIONS

  • ENGINEERING & COUNTY PERMITTING

  • WATERPROOFING & INSULATION SYSTEMS

  • CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT/MANAGEMENT

  • RETAIL & AGRARIAN  PLANNING

  • CUSTOM SEPTIC, GREY WATER, LAGOON, POOL DESIGN

  • FURNITURE DESIGN & CUSTOM FABRICATION

  • CUSTOM DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION & FABRICATIONS FOR YOUR DREAM PROJECT FROM BEGINNING TO END OR DIY

Architectural • Construction • Interiors Services


This Traveling Crew Builds on Your Site Anywhere & Fast

 

PLANNING • PERMITTING • ENGINEERING • CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Concrete, Wood, Masonry, Steel, Wood & Earth Sheltered, Subterranean to Above Ground  & Hillside Construction, Green Roofs, Wine Caves, Businesses, Farms, Homes, Resorts, etc.

 

Hire this bilingual experienced DESIGN+BUILD team on your next project for quality results. We help you integrate your project with Nature using local materials & labor on any budget.
 

Our Planning Support Team

Build or renovate your project on your site. Hire our Planning, Modeling, Permitting, Engineering, Construction, Interiors and Staging support on your next project for dynamic results.

PROFESSIONAL N. &  C. AMER. ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, INTERIOR DESIGNERS  &  BUILDERS ON YOUR PROJECTS WITH LOCAL SUPPORT.  NEW to RENOVATION PROJECTS. ​
  • Offering Sustainable Earth Integrated Architecture that reduces energy costs 50%  to 100%

  • Exteriors & Interiors & Landscape

  • This traveling design team helps you design and permit your custom project in 50 states + abroad. Also supports your DIY projects.

  • Then construction crews, equipment  & supplies travels to your site to build your project your way and coordinates with your local contractor.

  • Build you secure buildings and caves for wineries, farms, schools, homes and businesses

  • Resistant to fire, tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes + other extreme weather and environmental conditions

  • SEE MORE: CustomEarthSheltered.com & JudeSteele.com &  Designers & Makers

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