Strengthening community life in Northern New Mexico
Locally designed housing intended to serve the people who call Questa home.
Tiratera is building a community based model for long term resilience in Northern New Mexico.
We begin with housing, and we expand through local food production, resource efficiency, and community driven development.
This is not a speculative real estate project. It is a long-term effort to support people who live and work in Questa.
Designed locally. Built locally. For local people.
Tiratera is not about imposing a model. It is about building one together with the community.
A locally rooted housing initiative for the Questa community
Our Principles
Local first
Homes are intended primarily for people who live and work in the Questa community.
Responsible water use
The project is designed to reduce water consumption and operate within the environmental limits of the region.
Step by step development
Homes will only be built in response to real local demand.
Practical, Locally Rooted Development
Local Architectural Design
Architectural design is led by Mark Goldman, AIA, a Taos County based architect with extensive experience designing buildings adapted to the climate and landscape of Northern New Mexico.
Local Architectural Design
Architectural design is led by Mark Goldman, AIA, a Taos County based architect with extensive experience designing buildings adapted to the climate and landscape of Northern New Mexico.
Built with Local Construction Partners
Construction is carried out with Peregrine Construction, serving as general contractor and bringing strong experience building in Northern New Mexico and deep knowledge of local construction conditions.
Solid Air Panels are precast, lightweight cellular concrete wall panels designed to simplify and accelerate construction. Each panel is factory made with built in window and door openings, integrated pathways for electrical and plumbing systems, and finished surfaces on both sides. Because cellular concrete is far lighter than conventional concrete, much larger panels can be handled efficiently during installation. Solid Air Panels also offer excellent fire resistance, durability, thermal performance, and a clean, finished appearance from day one.
We will exclusively work with local contractors, including electricians, plumbers, tilers and other trades, prioritizing companies based in Questa and, if needed, Taos. 100 percent of the workforce will be locally sourced.
Local Materials
Whenever possible, the project prioritizes the use of materials sourced locally.
For example, timber used in roof structures may be sourced from regional sawmills in order to reduce transportation, support local businesses, and simplify construction.
This approach helps strengthen the local economy while keeping construction processes efficient and practical.
Workforce Housing
This project focuses on developing workforce housing that responds to the needs of the people who live and work in the region.
The goal is to make homes significantly more accessible than typical new homes in the area by focusing on efficient design, practical construction methods, and thoughtful material choices.
Long Term Stewardship
This project is designed with respect for the land, water, and the long term well being of the community it serves.
Housing for the Community
The Tiratera project focuses on supporting the long term vitality of the Questa community by addressing an important local challenge. Ensuring that people who live and work in the region can also find homes in the community. Over time, housing prices in many parts of Northern New Mexico have increased significantly.
As a result, many homes are no longer accessible to people who work locally in the region. This project aims to help address that challenge by developing workforce housing designed specifically for people who live and work in the Questa area.
Housing for Local Residents
The homes developed through this project are intended for people who live and work in the region.
The goal is to help ensure that local workers, families, and members of the community can continue to live in Questa rather than being forced to move elsewhere due to rising housing costs.
The homes are designed to be practical, comfortable, and adapted to the climate and lifestyle of Northern New Mexico.
Designed and Built Locally
The project is designed by Taos County architect Mark Goldman, AIA, whose work reflects the building traditions and environmental conditions of Northern New Mexico.
Construction is led by Peregrine Construction, serving as general contractor and bringing strong experience building in the region.
Working with local professionals helps ensure that the homes reflect the character, knowledge, and construction practices of Northern New Mexico.
A Step by Step Development
The project is intentionally designed to grow gradually.
Rather than building a large development all at once, the first phase will begin with a small number of homes so residents can see the houses in real conditions and understand how the project fits within the community.
The total number of homes has not been fixed in advance.
Additional homes will only be built if there is real demand from people who want to live in the community.
The intention is not to build homes without residents, but to respond to actual local needs.
The goal is not to impose a large development, but to move carefully and responsibly, building only the homes that are truly needed.
Water Use and Responsible Resource Management
Water stewardship is an important consideration in Northern New Mexico, where water resources are limited and closely managed.
The Tiratera project is independent from other industrial developments that may be proposed in the region and operates on a very different scale.
The focus of the project is small scale community housing and efficient food production systems designed to minimize resource use.
From the beginning, the project has been designed with the goal of reducing water consumption as much as possible.
The homes will incorporate practical solutions such as efficient fixtures, water conscious design, and systems that allow certain types of household water to be reused where appropriate.
Rainwater collection will be incorporated into the project design, and additional water saving strategies will be used in order to reduce overall demand on local water resources.
Protecting water resources is a central design principle of the project, and every effort is being made to ensure that the development operates responsibly within the environmental limits of the region.
Contact / Stay Informed
Stay informed or express your interest in the project.
