Rotem Koren
Rotem specializes in building with earth and natural materials. He researches and experiments with traditional techniques and their place amongst conventional building methods and is a leader in the field of natural building in Israel.
In Between unique projects, he lectures and leads workshops in the field as well as hands on activities for nonprofessional, bringing the participants closer to earth and mater.
I have been living in Pharan since 2005.
Happily married to Rotem and father to Lia, Naomi and Oded.
I spent my childhood in “Kedma”, a youth village founded by my parents.
I discovered the world of building after years in wood construction and working with hardwood floors - but something was still incomplete.
My search led me to the U.S.A. where a magical door opened into traditional building, specifically straw bales.
I am motivated by love of people and material and the process that happens between them.
Building with earth is a craft that involves manual labor but also requires teamwork and mutual assistance. A combination that is exciting and powerful.
