Malcolm's design approach is based in a combination of spontaneity, structural integrity, convenience and whimsy. The main building's tower contains niches and special spots which offer sweeping views of Springwild and beyond over farmlands and desert to Taos Mountain and the surrounding hills. The grounds are dotted with studios and living spaces. The newest structure, nearing completion, is a large studio workshop building which has yet to be named. Its spectacular design has elicited many different ideas for a name.
Visitors are free to chalk their suggestions onto a blackboard.
This new building is large enough to allow the consolidation of several other work areas. As an active vegan, Malcolm adheres to a simple plant food diet and practices a daily routine of attempting harm to no living creature. Decisions affecting the whole community are made by concensus. Individual participation and mutual cooperation are the way of life at Springwild. Blessed with a year 'round stream on one side, a major irrigation ditch on the other, and deep rich soil,organic gardening is a natural at Springwild.