WORKSHOPS

Inspiration and open source sharing of information are key for the systematic spread of knowledge. The workshops are designed to share natural building techniques, information, innovative materials, in some very special locations, thus creating a unique inspiring experience. We love to generate community and share the passion for building.

If you would like to organize a workshop in your location you can contact us and we can discuss further. We have done over 100 workshops in 9 countries over the course of 10 years. Let’s keep on growing together!

next workshop

Hempcrete workshop california, usa

Come out and learn how to build a fire resistant hempcrete tiny cabin in the beautiful redwood forest of Mendocino, CA. We will build a small bungalow out of environmentally friendly materials, with a community of dreamers, determined to build a sustainable future for all.

Learn how to build a natural house with a pier and beam foundation, stick frame, thermal/fire resistant hempcrete walls, waterproofed membrane roof, and clay oven (if time permits).

Instructor: Stephen Clarke
Renewable systems and materials engineer, who maintains a strong focus on material science research. Over 10+ years working with hempcrete and other natural fibres such as coconut, agave and sugar cane bagasse.

COURSE DETAILS

Location: Jimmytown @ Mendocino, CA.
Date: September 1st - 17th, 2023. (weekend, one week, or two week passes available)

TIMBER FRAME WEEK 1 (Sept 1 - 7):
Stick frame structure and floor, door and window frames, closet, plumbing, electrical, earthen/lime floor preparation.

WEEKEND WALL BUILD (Sept 8-10):
Cast in place hempcrete, bottle bricks, niches

ROOF, NATURAL FINISHES AND OVEN WEEK 2 (Sept 11-17)
Roof membrane, shingles, natural finishes and plaster, earthen lime/floor finish, rocker mass heater, clay oven (time permitting).

WEEKEND (Sept 8-10) - $50 USD
ONE WEEK (Sept 1-7 or 11-17) - $100 USD
TWO WEEK (Sept 1-17) - $180 USD

previous workshops

hemp dome workshop @ BUILDING WO-MAN FESTIVAL , UTAH, usa

In collaboration with Hemp Innovation Center and Jenkstars / Building Wo-Man Festival, we are building an experimental hempcrete and hemp rebar dome to withstand some of the harshest environments known to humankind. Week long build with 100% hands on experience in natural building, including foundation work, stone, earth, hemp, metal and wood. We will continue this on going workshop in October 2023. Stay tuned for more updates!

Hempcrete & cococrete workshop TULUM, MEXICO

In collaboration with Ekumal Sancutary, Hempire UA and Eat More Hemp and sponsored by Winkin Hemp Sun, we put in some layers of cococrete and hempcrete for the new yoga/meditation room at Ekumal. We teach the natural method of construction with bamboo for the structure, and then cover it with a hempcrete/cococrete 10 inch thick wall. A beautiful site to explore the jungle, cenotes and beautiful coral reefs. Natural building is an excellent alternative for creating non toxic thermal homes in the jungle.

Hempcrete workshop Arizona, usa

In collaboration with Old Pueblo Hemp and E3 Agriculture, we held a three day hands on hempcrete experience building dog houses with different techniques. Hemp rebar was a great innovation to be used and tested. Wonderful diverse group from all ages and backgrounds. Natural finishes were led by local plaster master Honorio Perez, and the wonderful store Originate in Tucson was very kind to donate some wonderful building tiles and lend us some equipment.

Hempcrete & bamboo workshop medellin, colombia

Sponsored by Winkin Hemp Sun, we had a 3 day workshop with local bamboo expert Mauricio Giraldo from Bahareque Constructores, and local hempcrete builder David Jimenez, from La Viña de Cáñamo. The workshop hosted over 50 people, with three days of activities, ranging from using local harvested bamboo and hemp to make 3 different wall prototypes that include the different methods of installing bamboo and hemp. Natural finishes where applied with carbon/lime based plasters to test strength performance and odour capture. Overall a very unique experience as Colombia grows lots of bamboo and has mountains covered with usable cannabis stalk. Perfect place to grow your home.

Hempcrete & agavecrete workshop guadalajara, mexico

TSponsored by Winkin Hemp Sun, we had a 3 day workshop with local bamboo expert Mauricio Giraldo from Bahareque Constructores, and local hempcrete builder David Jimenez, from La casa de Cáñamo. The workshop hosted over 50 people, with three days of activities, ranging from using local harvested bamboo and hemp to make 3 different wall prototypes that include the different methods of installing bamboo and hemp. Natural finishes where applied with carbon/lime based plasters to test strength performance and odour capture. Overall a very unique experience as Colombia grows lots of bamboo and has mountains covered with usable cannabis stalk. Perfect place to grow your home.

Hempcrete & cococrete workshop XPU-HA, mexico

Together with Cannativa and Guacamole Hemp, this workshop was very special due to the fact the hemp used was grown locally in Mexico, the first hemp to be grown in over 100 years. A wide diversity of people from architects, engineers to home builders wanting lo learn natural building techniques such as hempcrete, cococrete and bamboo structures. The location is very unique due to its natural beauty, surrounded by cenotes and jungle. Three days of information and hands on experience, including a special talk from Guacamole Hemp about the cultivation of hemp in Mexico, and Cannativa sharing their expertise in medicinal hemp. The experience was complete thanks to the wonderful meals that were prepared.

HEMP DOME WORKSHOP @ BUILDING MAN FESTIVAL , UTAH, USA

Sponsored by Winkin Hemp Sun, we had a 3 day workshop with local bamboo expert Mauricio Giraldo from Bahareque Constructores, and local hempcrete builder David Jimenez, from La casa de Cáñamo. The workshop hosted over 50 people, with three days of activities, ranging from using local harvested bamboo and hemp to make 3 different wall prototypes that include the different methods of installing bamboo and hemp. Natural finishes where applied with carbon/lime based plasters to test strength performance and odour capture. Overall a very unique experience as Colombia grows lots of bamboo and has mountains covered with usable cannabis stalk. Perfect place to grow your home.