CLIENT CASE STUDY
Finca Los Colibríes
Our Focus
Developing a detailed Site Analysis, Masterplan, and Implementation Plan for an integrative permaculture farm, with a strong emphasis on effective water management systems.
Location
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Challenge and Solution
The property, nestled on the slopes of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, faced multiple challenges.
Key issues included controlling erosion caused by heavy seasonal rains, safeguarding soil fertility, and creating a sustainable agricultural system within the property’s unique topography and microclimate.
To address these challenges, a detailed Masterplan was developed. Swales and contour-based earthworks were designed to mitigate erosion and maximize water retention. Windbreak systems were strategically placed to shield vulnerable areas and protect crops.
A comprehensive food forest plan integrated fruit trees and nitrogen-fixing species, creating a resilient, multi-layered ecosystem.
Waste management strategies, a biointensive vegetable garden, and an on-site nursery for propagation ensured productivity while reducing external dependencies.
Key Results
- Implemented swales and ponds to control erosion and manage water.
- Designed food forests and rotational grazing areas for productivity.
- Mapped optimal locations for structures, paths, and energy systems.
A detailed conceptual map showcasing permaculture zoning, dividing the property into functional areas for water systems, grazing, productive gardens, and more.
Illustrated planting scheme for the pond area, detailing swales, windbreaks, and crop arrangements.
Newly designed water retention pond, a key feature for erosion control and sustainable irrigation.
Comprehensive conceptual Masterplan, showcasing zoning, water systems, and regenerative agricultural areas.
Hundreds of carefully selected saplings ready for planting, laying the foundation for a thriving food forest.
An integrated swale system and windbreaks planted along their edges allow the cultivation fields to thrive, protected from harsh winds.
Precision-engineered sediment trap allows water to clear before reaching a 6kW hydroturbine.
Site analysis highlighting agricultural zones, including greenhouses, seed banks, and crop fields.
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