My dad moved off-grid and built a self-sustaining home out of mud, straw, and sand – he has epic views of the Rockies
A SON has revealed the self-sustaining home his dad built after moving off the grid.
He explained that the home was made out of nothing much except mud, straw, and sand.
Winston (@winston_works) visited his dad on a trip in a video shared with her TikTok followers.
He explained that he was inspired by his father’s lifestyle decision and was shocked to see how self-sustaining it was.
“30 years ago, my dad moved off-grid and built his own self-sustaining home in Taos, New Mexico,” he said.
“Outside of Portland, I grew up spending the summers in Taos, NM with my father.
“It’s always been inspiring to see how you can live 100% off the grid while still having all of the modern comforts of today’s homes. “
He brought viewers to the home overlooking the snowy mountain range, revealing the home was powered by a 100 percent solar electric system.
Inside, the spacious living room contained many plants, and the tour continued. Winston revealed the home was built with sustainable materials as well.
“This home was built out of raw materials from the land, including boulders, mud, straw, sand, and finished with stucco,” he said.
He explained how bathing worked in the household: “Rain and snow from his roof system fill a 500-gal water cistern for bathing and grey water,” he said.
Last but not least, one of the greatest perks about the home, besides total privacy and seclusion, was the view, as Winston showed off the “epic” scenery of Taos Mountain and the Rockies.
People were impressed by the innovative home and took to the comments to share their thoughts: “Me in 30 years,” said one commenter.
Others who had lived in New Mexico before experienced nostalgia upon seeing the place: “Live there for seven years, miss it,” said a viewer.