Sonoran Rose Earthship – Introduction
🌵An Off-Grid Sanctuary for Sustainable Living
The Sonoran Rose Earthship, also known as Earthship Journey, is Arizona’s largest Earthship home and a vibrant hub for off-grid living, art, and sustainability. Nestled on five acres in Wittmann, just northwest of Phoenix, this 4,800-square-foot, three-story structure was originally constructed in 1999 by Robert Schafer with support from the local community and designed by Michael Reynolds, the founder of Earthship Biotecture.
👨🌾 Owners & Stewards of the Land
Since 2020, the Earthship has been co-owned and operated by Willy Ortiz and Christopher Constant, a husband-husband team passionate about sustainability, art, and community. Together, they’ve transformed the Earthship into a living demonstration of regenerative living. Willy brings tech expertise through Willy Genius Consulting LLC, while Christopher offers creativity, land stewardship, and deep Earthship knowledge. Their shared mission is to create an educational, healing, and inclusive space that inspires others to live more harmoniously with nature.
🌞 Sustainable Design & Living Systems
Constructed from recycled and natural materials—including hundreds of earth-packed tires—the Sonoran Rose Earthship is fully off-grid, with:
- A 24V solar power array (no monthly electric bills)
- A 4,400-gallon rainwater catchment system
- Greywater reuse systems
- Passive solar heating and thermal mass cooling to maintain year-round comfort without HVAC
🛠️ Services & Offerings
Willy and Christopher offer a wide variety of experiences that highlight sustainability, creativity, and connection:
- 🌿 Guided Tours (May & October)
Educational tours of the Earthship are available seasonally, where guests learn about solar energy, water systems, natural building techniques, and more. Private tours are available by appointment. - 🐐 Farm & Animal Sales
The Earthship’s microfarm includes goats, chickens, ducks, and rabbits. They sell farm-fresh eggs, quarts of raw goat milk, and offer goats or sheep for adoption. - 💎 Handcrafted Spiritual Goods
Browse a selection of wrapped healing stones, crystals, and quartz ornaments—handmade on-site and available at events or online. - 🔥 Work-Trade Program
Nomads and travelers can exchange work (gardening, construction, cleaning, animal care) for a space to park, food, and a chance to experience off-grid community life. - 🧘 Camping & Meditation Retreats (coming soon)
Future offerings include dry camping, hot tub soaks, meditation hotspots, and seasonal healing retreats. - 🎨 Seasonal Events
Enjoy events like mosaic art parties, farm-skill workshops, and outdoor gatherings with food, music, and earth-building activities.
🌍 Rooted in Purpose
Earthship Journey isn’t just a home—it’s a living example of possibility: how art, sustainability, and intentional living can intersect to build a better future. It’s a sanctuary for learning, creating, reconnecting with nature, and sharing Earthship wisdom with the world.
👉 Visit earthshipjourney.com to book a tour, shop handmade goods, or follow along on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
📍 Located in Wittmann, Arizona — open by appointment only.