earth building
Earth Building & Natural Design
Architecture That Breathes With the Land.
At Taiao Architecture and Engineering, we specialise in creating sustainable, natural buildings using rammed earth, stone, and timber. Based in Northland, Whangarei and Auckland and working across New Zealand, we craft spaces that are energy-efficient, environmentally conscious, and deeply connected to the natural world.
Rammed Earth Construction
Rammed earth walls are durable, breathable, and naturally insulating. We design and engineer rammed earth homes that are strong, sustainable, and stunningly tactile.
Site-Responsive Architecture
Our designs work with the landscape, not against it. We position and orient homes to make the most of natural light, airflow, and seasonal variation.
Why Choose Taiao for Earth Building?
Healthier Indoor EnvironmentsEarth buildings breathe, regulate humidity, and reduce the need for artificial heating and cooling.
Natural InsulationRammed earth walls absorb and release heat slowly, creating comfortable year-round temperatures.
Sustainable ConstructionBuilt using natural, local materials with low embodied carbon and minimal environmental impact.
Planning a Sustainable Home or Unique Build?
Our architectural design services go beyond aesthetics - we design homes, commercial spaces, and community buildings that are energy-efficient, tailored to your lifestyle, and made to last.
Whether you're starting from scratch or integrating earth-based elements into your design, we offer creative, practical, and buildable solutions across New Zealand.
Our Process
From Vision to Completion - Seamless, Collaborative, and Built to Last.
At Taiao Architecture and Engineering, our process brings together architects, designers, and engineers under one roof to deliver cohesive, sustainable solutions. Whether you're building a home, developing land, or needing technical reports, we guide you through each stage with clarity and care.
"Highly recommended. Taiao Architecture and Engineering have provided us with Engineering services for a number of architectural projects; thorough and careful that are also creative problem solvers and are great to work with."
"Really appreciate your help with this one. Very enjoyable working with you. Hope to do many more."
"Thanks for all your mahi on this one."
"We have been working with Nev over the last few years. During that time Nev has provided great engineering design solutions for a range of projects, and helped keep the design practical and cost effective for the situation. I highly recommend Nev as a design partner."
Let Nature Shape Your Next Build
At Taiao Architecture and Engineering, we design homes that are more than structures – they're spaces that support wellbeing and connect with nature. Our earth building services help create homes that are sustainable, breathable, and beautifully in tune with the land.
From rammed earth retreats to natural material integration, we're here to guide your vision from idea to build.
Interested in Rammed Earth or Natural Design?
Discover how we can bring your earth building project to life.
