Explore the Roots and Reach of Regenerative Design

Permaculture is more than a way of growing food; it’s a way of seeing the world in a different light. It’s a design philosophy rooted in ethics, observation, and deep ecological understanding. At its heart lies a powerful question: how can we meet human needs while restoring the health of our living systems?

Developed in the 1970s and enriched by cultures and communities worldwide, permaculture offers a flexible and deeply relevant framework for the 21st century — from urban balconies to broad-acre farms, forest gardens to digital systems, and community groups to family homes.

In this learning hub, you’ll find the foundational knowledge that shapes permaculture thinking. You’ll explore:

• The core ethics that underpin every regenerative action

• The principles that guide design choices across scales and contexts

• The frameworks that bring structure to creativity and decision-making

• The tools, physical, social, digital, and spiritual, that turn ideas into action

These aren’t just theories. They’re rooted in lived experience, and here at Vila Pinheiro, we practise what we teach. Drawing from over a decade of professional consulting, hands-on ecosystem regeneration, academic teaching, and a complete portfolio of Diploma Designs, we invite you to explore permaculture as a living, breathing pathway.

Whether you’re planting your first herb spiral or designing a multi-zone silvopasture system, there’s space here for you to learn, grow, and reconnect.

Whether you're just beginning or looking to deepen your understanding, welcome. Let’s walk the permaculture path together with purpose, pattern, and plenty of compost.