Practical training natural building workshop with Rotem Koren

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In this workshop we will be introduced to the raw materials of the natural building world.

We will experience different building techniques such as:

light clay straw, straw bale, cob, mud bricks and rammed earth.

 

Who is the workshop suitable for:

Anyone who is interested in getting a broad, hands on introduction to the abundance of possibilities in natural building. For those interested in building, renovating, adding or insulating their home. For lovers of nature and sustainability, for those wanting to add an aspect of health to their life.

Suitable for architects and Structural engineers.

 

No previous knowledge required.

* Limited number of places

 

What else?

Sunset/sunrise walks in the deserts

Accommodation in Rotem’s strawbale and local earth plastered huts

Healthy and delicious vegetarian meals by chef Yinon Beeri

Yoga practice with Rotem Ratner.

 

Schedule:

 

Sunday

14:00 - 16:00 Arrival and settling in.

16:30 Sunset walk in the desert.

18:30 Dinner

19:30 Introduction talk and opening presentation

 

Monday

06:30 - 07:30 Yoga practice

08:00 Breakfast

09:00 - 12:30 Earth session #1

13:00 Lunch

14:30-16:30 Earth session #2

Free time

18:30 Dinner

20:00 Movie screening

 

Tuesday

06:30-07:30 Yoga practice

08:00 Breakfast

09:00-12:30 Earth session #3

13:00 lunch

14:30-16:30 Earth session #4

Free time

18:30 dinner

20:00 Question and answer evening, bonfire and music

 

Wednesday

 

06:30-07:30 Yoga practice

08:00 Breakfast

09:00-12:30 Summarizing Earth session

13:00 lunch

14:00 Summarizing discussion and goodbyes

 

 

The schedule is subject to change.

The workshop will take place in accordance with the Purple Badge guidance.

In case of workshop cancelation or attendance cancellation due to sickness or isolation, the full advance payment will be refunded.