United Earth Builders Earthbag Dome Workshop in AZ

United Earth Builders Earthbag Dome Workshop in AZ
United Earth Builders Earthbag Dome Workshop in AZ

September 28th – October 24th 2015

“Come join United Earth Builders in Concho, AZ for a four-week workshop in which you will participate in building a 12′ diameter dome from start to finish. We will be focusing on foundations, earthbag/superadobe applications and climate-appropriate design, dome geometry, form-building, door and window installation, and plaster work.

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Earthbag Training in Nepal Fundraising


Please, click here to support free trainings in Nepal: www.youcaring.com/earthbagnepal

All of us were heartbroken over the recent earthquakes in Nepal. After the initial shock at what had happened, my first thought was what can I do to help rebuild Nepal in the safest, most effective way? I believe the best solution is to train Nepali builders and other construction professionals in earthbag building techniques, and provide paying jobs through NGO partners.

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Recycled Post and Beam Houses

Recycled post and beam houses like this one often include a mix of reclaimed timbers and locally harvested sustainable wood.
Recycled post and beam houses like this one often include a mix of reclaimed timbers and locally harvested sustainable wood.

We’ve discussed building with recycled wood in great detail in previous blog posts. Use the search bar on the right side of the page to find other articles. This blog post is about using reclaimed/recycled wood and locally harvested wood for the post and beam frame. This includes using standing dead trees that are still solid and blowdowns from storms.

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Earthbag Shelter Nepal

Earthbag shelter for Nepal
Earthbag shelter for Nepal

I came across this project proposal for Nepal. Very little information is available, although it looks very interesting. I encourage the designer to build a prototype and report the results.

“Earthbag shelter Nepal: Sharing platform for ideas and plans relating to construction of earthbag shelters in Nepal”

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