5th world properties

Modern Homesteads That Thrive in a Changing World

We design and build resilient, self-sufficient homesteads—taking you from vulnerability to vitality.

Our Services

Homesteads

5th World designs and builds modern homesteads—implementing integrated systems like rainwater harvesting, food forests, permaculture gardens, greywater recycling, solar power, and other solutions that transform risk into resilience.

Our homesteads:

Protect your investment against extreme weather like wildfires and floods—preventing stranded assets and future-proofing your land
Empower your independence from fragile grids and supply chains through self-produced food, water, and energy
Grant food and water security, as well as reliable energy—even in challenging climates and economic instability
Secure a meaningful legacy for generations to come
Promote health and wellness through fresh, nutrient-dense food, as well as clean water and energy

Greenhouses

5th World’s passive solar greenhouses blend elegant, natural materials with advanced cleantech for precise temperature and humidity control—ensuring plants receive optimal growth conditions while creating a unique living space.

Our greenhouses:

Provide food security and resilience against rising energy prices, supply chain disruptions, and food inflation
Produce an abundance of nutritious food no matter the climate
Are sustainable, featuring passive solar power and innovative climate battery technology for unparalleled energy efficiency
Offer the healing effects of vibrant flowers and greenery without leaving your property
Are a lifestyle concept—with optional fitness room, sauna, cold plunge, and rejuvenating living space

Proven Solutions for Resilient, Independent, and Healthy Living

A City Slicker’s Regenerative Hobby Farm

Lights On When the Grid Goes Dark: The Off-Grid Advantage

How a Regenerative Home Nurtures Family Life

Over 20 Years of Expertise Designing Future-Proof Homesteads

Our design-build team led by Rob Avis comprises experts in the fields of agricultural, electrical, mechanical, ecological, and computer engineering—along with architecture and landscape design. We have over 20 years of experience building regenerative digital and physical solutions that enhance resilience and autonomy. Our expertise has transformed numerous homesteads around the globe:

40,000+

Acres of land

100+

Properties

Continents

Why Clients Trust 5th World

The [5th World] folks that we worked with onsite were fantastic. I needed people who really understood what we’re doing, why we’re doing A before B, and how it all works together. Highly, highly knowledgeable and personable staff.

Tayla Sloan

Manager at Foresters Financial, on the McCauley Community Orchard Project, Edmonton, Alberta

We have benefited from [the solutions] greatly. We definitely had another great harvest this year. I would say the yield improves every year. It’s not a farm, but it’s the closest we could get to making sure the kids are connected to food and what they’re eating, and experiencing that in real-time. It improves their food habits—they appreciate good food so much more.

Leane Tardif

Calgary, Alberta

The greenhouse is a turning point that’s opening up a new chapter in my life journey. It started as a practical pursuit and has evolved into the basis of how I spend time with my family and the discovery of my life’s calling: To learn more about regeneration and share its endless possibilities with others.

Dave Needham

British Columbia, South of Kamloops

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