The teacher’s home was built within the vast Mauritanian desert landscape which predominantly utilized 90% in-situ soil, resulting in remarkably minimal energy consumption throughout the house construction cycle.

The smooth sand-finished surface was an inspiration from traditional designs that hold significance within the local community.

The remarkable quality and fast construction of this house, have led the Mauritanian Government to contemplate the possible implementation of a community support program that could motivate citizens to embrace the multiple advantages associated with modern rammed earth construction.