Bioregional Building Program


Through a series of workshops, we explore the construction of low impact environmentally logical buildings. This program is for people with little or no building experience, who wish to build their own house, with their own hands, at an affordable cost. The focus is on integrating the natural characteristics of an area into a co-habitat between ourselves and nature.
The duration of each workshop is seven days or four weekends, with a maximum of 15 people. The workshops will cover the theory and practical applications of:


Overview of Natural Building
* Tools and Materials
* Site Selection
* Soil Identification and Field Testing
* Introduction to Wall Construction
* Introduction to Arches, Vaults and Domes
* Site Preparation and Layout
* House Design
* Foundation Theory and Construction
* Construction of Corbeled Earthbag Dome
* Introduction to Weatherproofing and Finishes
* Making and Application of Render
* Flooring
* Creating a Greywater Management System
* Implementation of Percolation Pits
* Construction and Management of a Composting Toilet System



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