Michael Frerking began his career 27 years ago in the field of energy efficient earth design and construction. Prior to Poured Earth technology, Frerking's designs employed the proven technologies of either adobe or rammed earth. But in May, 1995, everything changed when he broke ground on the first poured earth home ever built. A 4500 square foot residence in Prescott, Arizona, the home, constructed using 60% site soil, was poured in just two days -- the production rate often reaching 30 yards per hour versus 30 yards per day for rammed earth.

Frerking's near-term goal is to make Poured Earth an affordable, as well as ecological, alternative to wood frame construction. He is also available for architectural consultations.