The Phoenix
Destined to become a New Mexico landmark, the Phoenix Earthship showcases
Michael Reynolds' latest in both earthship style and technology. This
5,000 plus square foot home sits at the north end of the Greater World Community
just across the Rio Grande Gorge from Taos. You have the opportunity
to own this landmark which is being offered at $1,500,000
Most people see this view Phoenix from US Highway 64 just west of the Rio
Grande Gorge Bridge from Taos. This picture shows the home as it appeared
in July 2006 with the outermost layer of glass not yet in place.. Because
of its high profile location and impressive appearance of the house many people
are familiar with the home and have watched its progress.
The floor plan below shows the layout of the rooms. The bedroom on the
right is complete, the remainder of this home is under construction.
Please click on the image for a full size version of this plan
 The
design of the Phoenix earthship separates living areas from the outside
by several layers. This picture shows the semi-circular area
marked "indoor lawn" on the plan above. Once glass placed on the
walls and roof of this area it will function as a greenhouse. The
back wall separates this area from the living space of the house
providing much greater climate control than is possible with just a
single wall of glass. |
 The
right bedroom, (as shown on the plan above) is complete and is presently
used as a
nightly rental giving prospective owners the opportunity to actually
try living in an earthship before buying one.
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Photo Gallery of the studio portion of the Phoenix earthship.
Click on the thumbnail picture to see a full size image and descriptions.
Click the arrows to advance to more images.
Stained glass transom window Stair to closet below the room Sitting area outside of the bedroom
Rather than the skylights found in most earthships, the transom window allows air to escape to a separate room proper to exiting the home providing better climate control. This view from above shows the bathtub, toilet, and sink. The bathtub also has a shower. Bottle art decorates the wall between the bathroom and the bedroom Bottles are more than just a building material for earthships, they provide beautiful stained glass walls bringing light from one are of the home to another. Stairs lead to a large closet and storage area beneath the bedroom.
Photo Gallery of the Remainder of the Phoenix Earthship
These pictures show the Phoenix earthship as of Summer 2006. This
section of the home is still under construction, but these pictures should
provide you examples of the detail and beauty that this home will possess upon
completion. Click on each thumbnail to see a full size image. Click
the arrows to advance to more images.
The Phoenix at the back of the house Windows between the house and greenhouse Mechanical area at back of house Second bedroom under construction Bottle art in second bathroom
With this very special home scheduled for completion in the spring of 2007.
Please contact John Kejr at Dreamcatcher Real Estate to schedule a showing.
Take advantage of this opportunity to own one of America's most spectacular
homes while it is still available.
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