Touch earth- Touch spirit 10 days, August 22- 31, 2009 near Flagstaff, Arizona
A meeting of cultures both of people and buildings is at the core of the experience of this workshop. Indigenous peoples have always built dwellings from the land and into the land. . Traditional villages still show the architecture, which is based on ancient cliff dwellings, and uses stone and earthen material. Local traditional builders and farmers will share their knowledge, culture and history.
This is the context for our project for this workshop.
We will build a natural sandstone/ cob hybrid house blending traditional knowledge with modern innovation. It will be a home for Serena Dewakuku and her family, next to a cob house that was built in recent years. Participants work alongside local traditional builders and volunteers.
The cob walls will be built on a traditional stone foundation. Participants learn all aspects of cob building: from material mixing to arch building, window and door installation, and an introduction to plasters. We discuss design ideas, passive solar planning and climate issues.
 
Evenings will give opportunity for story telling, music and conversation. This is a chance to connect and discover the ways of the Hopi, to see beyond the surface and practice respect and listening.
All participants will live in camp: bring your own tent, sleeping mat and sleeping bag. Toilets and washing/ showers are provided.
Lead facilitator Elke Cole has 15 years of workshop experience in different cultures, teaching natural building and design.
Workshop fees:
10 day camp: sliding scale $950 - 500 includes campsite, meals and instruction
Weekend only option: Sat/Sunday August 22/23 $ 200
Space is limited, we recommend early registration. Register for this workshop now
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