LEARN HOW TO DESIGN & BUILD A SMALL, GREEN, LOW-IMPACT, SUSTAINABLE SHELTER THAT YOU CAN MAKE IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET WITHOUT A PERMIT
With the roof on and the walling almost complete the mini-EconoSpace has a big feel to it. The numbers are impressive too – around $3500 spent so far on materials. This translates into less than €2500.
With the dedicated help of Joshua, Rhym, Pie & Alanna work is charging ahead at full steam and plastering is about to begin. Keep up to date with developments at Architecture LIVE
The generous roof overhang protects the building interior from excessive solar gain during the sumnmer. At this time of the year – the equinox – the roof shadow is daily retreating upwards allowing solar energy to be gathered through the windows. This heat is stored in the internal sand-clay plasterwork.
These workshops offer a unique learning experience. Even if you never intend to build anything understanding the role which shelter plays in our lives will give you a vital insight into the true dynamics of sustainability.
For those seeking a viable way of dis-engaging from the madness of the consumer life attending one of these workshops will provide you with the practical tools with which to plan your escape.
Even those already involved in the natural building sector will have much to gain and much to contribute.
If you are interested in self-development or are fascinated by the inner workings of life you will really enjoy this experience.
The positive buzz at these workshops is palpable – because they explain what sustainability actually is!
Growing food and making affordable shelter are the keys to living a sustainable life.
Establishing food security and freedom from mortgage debt can be easier than one might think.
This workshop will focus on what people can do in the average backyard – or apartment balcony – with very little money to spend but a commitment to changing one’s life for one’s own sake and for the sake of the planet.
Make an eco-building in your backyard for less than €5000. See details under LIVE Courses.
No planning permission required!
EconoSpaceMaking
How to create sustainable shelter in your own backyard on a shoestring.
LIVE Workshops or buy the EconoSpaceMaking DVD containing manual, drawings and video instruction.
Further details under EconoSpaceMaking
