Wasted No More is an off-grid desert dwelling that reimagines construction through reclamation. Nestled in the High Desert of Pioneertown, it rises from the footprint of a demolished pool, its form dictated by what was left behind.

At its core, castoff concrete blocks—monolithic bin blocks made from excess concrete left in mixing trucks—become foundation, structure, and finish. They create thermally massive walls that absorb heat by day and release it at night, embracing passive design. These blocks, along with pre-cut CLT panels for the roof, reduce material waste and embodied carbon. The building’s orientation and exterior stepping walls reduce heat gain from southern sun exposure, allowing daylighting and enhanced cross-ventilation through operable windows. Reclaimed materials extend beyond the structure: furniture crafted from rebar and concrete waste, a roof insulated with recycled concrete gravel from an onsite pool demolition all reinforce the project's commitment to resource efficiency. Every element, from walls to windows, is a second act for discarded materials.

The home’s design preserves the fragile desert ecology. Occupying just 1.5% of the parcel, it is carefully positioned on a previously disturbed site to minimize disruption. Solar panels provide energy, while a 300-foot-deep well, powered by an existing windmill, supplies water—eliminating reliance on external infrastructure. Construction preserves the fragile desert terrain, utilizing existing roadways and protecting local flora and fauna.

More than a home, Wasted No More is a manifesto—proof that waste can be beautiful, that off-grid can be effortless, and that architecture can emerge from what is left behind.