In case you missed the great panel discussion on the history and current state of rammed earth construction in Southern Arizona hosted by Originate Natural Building Materials, Natasha Winnik had the foresight to arrange filming the event and the generosity to share the results. Enter…
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Tom Wuelpern participating in rammed earth panel discussion at Originate Natural Building Materials
PureBuild’s Tom Wuelpern will be participating in a panel discussion on rammed earth construction hosted Originate Natural Building Materials on October 12, 2023 from 6 – 8 PM. Originate has been supplying Tucson with earth-friendly building materials, including flooring, countertop materials, paints and tile for…
Home Builder Digest names PureBuild as best custom home builder in Tucson.
Home Builder Digest named PureBuild, Inc. as one of the best custom home builder’s in Tucson, noting “PureBuild values sustainability and utilizes durable materials. It is committed to constructing homes of enduring quality that serve future generations.”
The City of Tucson designates PureBuild, Inc. as a legacy business.
We are pleased to have been accepted into the Tucson Legacy Business Registry. This City of Tucson registry recognizes independently-owned businesses that have been conducting business in Tucson for at least 25 years and have contributed to the community’s history and/or identity. Visit our Facebook page…
Copper Springs East photos added to rammed earth gallery page. Last week our foreman, Garth, snapped a few photos of rammed earth walls we constructed in 2019 for the Copper Springs East Behavioral Health Hospital in Gilbert, AZ. Scroll down to check out the multi-hued…
Beguiling images of sculpture
In June 2020, we completed construction of an architectural sculpture in Cochise County, designed by Paris-based artist and architect, David Telerman. Additional aerial and detail photos of the work can now be viewed on the Atelier David Telerman website. The night time images (number 16…
Architect Michael Becherer extols Mercado’s community ambiance.
Sunday’s Arizona Daily Star published Mercado District accolades from notable Tucson architect, Michael Becherer. “As we move out of this global pandemic, our community needs to have more spaces like this throughout the community. Spaces that encourage our community to come together in a way…
The Art of Earth Architecture
The Art of Earth Architecture, a new book by Jean Dethier explores earth architecture through the centuries and around the world and advocates for the resurgence of this ancient technology to help address climate change. The Tucson Mountain House designed by preeminent Tucson architect, Rick…
Tucson Business Radio Interviews Tom Wuelpern
On Saturday, host Carol Nigut interviewed Tom Wuelpern for Tucson Business Radio. During their in depth, far-ranging dialogue, Tom discussed the his background, his design philosophy, the history of PureBuild, the genesis and trajectory of the Mercado District, as well as the unique aspects of…
Otherworldly art project
In May, we completed construction of a visionary architectural sculpture by Paris-based architect David Telerman. Working with Zona Decorative Concrete & Construction, LLC. we were able to bring this incomparable work into the physical realm. Located in the desert valley of Cochise County, the concrete…
Mercado District Community Comes Together
Mercado District residents united in solidarity last week while observing the social distancing advice recommended by health officials. Congregating on balconies and roof-top patios, this event was captured by photographer Daniel Hartman using drone photography. See images of this uplifting neighborhood spirit on our facebook…
Check out new images in the Mercado District gallery
We’ve added images of a recently completed home in Mercado District. Many thanks to our generous clients who welcome us into their beautiful homes so we can share photos of their projects.
Tom Wuelpern nominated as Small Business Leader of the Year
Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce recently announced that PureBuild president Tom Wuelpern is a finalist for the Copper Cactus 2019 Small Business Leader of the Year award.
Global Traveler Magazine mentions PureBuild
PureBuild and the Mercado District are mentioned in the September 2015 edition of Global Traveler. Global Traveler reports on destinations for luxury business travelers. The September issue spotlights downtown Tucson in “Hot Time in Tucson: A revitalized downtown radiates with creative possibilities.” We are delighted…
PureBuild now licensed in California
PureBuild Inc. is now a licensed contractor in the state of California and offers rammed earth wall building services there.
Travel and Leisure’s Coolest Outdoor Showers
“Outdoor showers give you a chance to feel at one with nature without roughing it” declares Travel and Leisure Magazine. An outdoor shower created by Purebuild at the acclaimed Miraval resort is showcased in this feature. http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/coolest-outdoor-hotel-showers/11
Tucson Lifestyle Home and Garden features Mercado home.
Our clients’ lovely Mercado home graces the cover of the August 2014 Tucson Lifestyle Home and Garden magazine. The accompanying article highlights their lush plantings, outdoor living spaces, and eco-friendly features, as well as the colonial Mexican influence of the architecture, finish details and decor. …
The Modern Streetcar has arrived!
The Modern Streetcar has arrived! The Grand Opening Celebration at the Mercado District was attended by an estimated 60000 citizens this weekend.
It takes a village
The Mercado District is featured in the latest edition of 3StoryMagazine. 3StoryMagazine is a monthly online publication which reports on Tucson’s thriving design, architecture and arts scene. “It Takes a Village” celebrates the unique manner in which the design of the Mercado District’s homes and…
Listen to Tom Wuelpern on Dr. Zara Larsen’s Architects of Change radio program.
Listen to Tom Wuelpern on Dr. Zara Larsen’s Architects of Change radio program. Tom discusses PureBuild’s work at the Mercado District. Topics covered include designing urban housing which balances the desire for both community interaction and privacy, his inspiration from historic development and the ongoing…
WWII Memorial Unveiled
PureBuild Inc. was privileged to participate in the creation of the WWII Memorial honoring Tucson and Pima County veterans of WWII. The rammed earth base supports bronze plaques listing the names of soldiers who died serving our country in this conflict. The compass imbedded in…
New photos of our work at Central Arizona College
Images of PureBuild’s recent work at Central Arizona College have been added to our rammed earth portfolio page. SmithGroup architects selected exposed rammed earth for the wall systems of the new library and meeting room at the Maricopa Campus.
Architectural Records features Tucson Mountain Retreat
PureBuild constructed the rammed earth walls for this stunning modernist house. Be sure to view the slide show to see a variety of images of this one-of-a-kind sculptural home. http://tinyurl.com/cv2bahc
A continuity of construction methods.
PureBuild recently built rammed earth walls for the Visitors Center at Mesa Grande Cultural Park. The site, located in Mesa, AZ, contains an earth temple mound and ruins of earth walls stabilized by caliche originally constructed by the Hohokam between 1100-1400 AD. Images of the…