![]() These homes made from “garbage” immediately started getting press coverage though they were not nearly as sophisticated and the Earthships of today. These cans were empty and simply used as free units of space with which to form light, strong concrete walls. The early buildings used discarded steel or tin beer cans (this was before recycling existed). Ten empty cans, four flat and six unflattened, were wired together to make a building block. ![]() Inspired by television news stories about the problem of trash and the lack of affordable housing, Michael created the “can brick” out of discarded steel and tin cans. Michael Reynolds, founder and creator of the concept, came to Taos, after graduating from Architecture School in 1969.
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