Strawbale Workshop
Come learn techniques and sound building
practices for building an energy efficient, earth friendly Straw bale
house. The 7-day intensive workshop will take place September 1 to
September 7, 2008 at Berry Hill Gardens. Andrew Morison, licensed
contractor specializing in straw bale and green construction, will lead
the workshop.
This workshop will take the participants step by step through the
process of building a straw bale cottage roughly 400 square feet in
size. Andrew will cover all of the information you need to build your
own cottage and ultimately: your own house! The workshop is limited to
20 participants so sign up soon to reserve your space. The workshop will
be educational and fun, and you will leave with a new knowledge of how
to build with bales. To sign up, please visit
www.StrawBaleWorkshops.com. The workshop fee is $750.00.
For lodging you can set up a tent on the grounds at no additional cost.
A portable toilet will be provided. Or enjoy your experience more and
book a room with comfy bed and private bath at the B&B. We are offering
special rates for strawbale workshop participants. The room rate is $650
for single occupancy and $800 for double occupancy. Please register
first for the workshop and then call us to register for the special B&B
rates. We require a $200 non-refundable deposit when you book your room.
The balance is due 30 days before the workshop date. Please book early,
as rooms are limited.
Topics Include:
- Design and Engineering Options
- Toe Up Installation
- Bale Stacking
- Bale Re-Tying and Alteration
- Box Beam Construction and Installation
- Roof Construction
- Electrical Work
- Plumbing Installations
- Hanging Cabinetry
- Attaching Interior Partition Walls
- Shaping Bales and Corners
- Creating Niches
- Plaster Prep Work
- Natural Plastering
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