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Hands-on natural building workshop in Auroville
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Earth & Bamboo Workshop

June 22 – 26, 2026

Auroville, India

₹16,000 per person

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5 Days
Hands-on building with both earth and bamboo techniques
Experience Auroville
Learn at Auroville Earth Institute & Bamboo Centre
Who can participate
Beginners, Professionals, Students — anybody who is curious

Reviews

"The workshop is well rounded with theoretical and hands-on workshop that really helps one understand the workability and application of the process in construction. Considering that these methods are still aren't mainstream, it's a great educational experience. The workshop runs small groups so everyone gets to participate."

Alekhya Ravi Sankar

"It boosted my confidence level in natural material for building, will come back for more workshops."

Tirumala Kavala
Software Architect

"The workshop really opened my mind about new materials and the versatility of natural materials, being an architect I wanted to explore more and this combination of Earth and Bamboo program is great and extremely informative."

Malaika Bagga
Architect
Hands-on natural building workshop in Auroville

What You'll Learn

  • Soil identification & how different soils suit earthen construction
  • Traditional raw earth techniques: adobe, cob & wattle and daub
  • Modern stabilized techniques: rammed earth & CSEB blocks
  • How to harvest, treat and work with bamboo
  • Building real bamboo structures using traditional & modern joinery
  • Climate-appropriate, ecologically sensitive construction principles

Day 1 — Introduction & Preparation
Understanding natural building, earth, lime and other materials
Day 2 — Hands-On Construction
Practicing with different materials and techniques
Day 3 — Q&A
Discover more techniques, Q&A with the facilitators and certificate distribution

Practical Details

What's Included

  • Workshop charges & materials
  • Lunch on all 3 days
  • All applicable taxes
  • Certificate of participation

Not Included

Accommodation and travel. Check our FAQ section for the cancellation policy, travel tips and more.

What should I bring?

  • Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting muddy
  • A water bottle, Sunscreen, and a Hat.
  • All tools and materials are provided.

Ready to Build Naturally?

Join us 19–21 August in Auroville · ₹12,000

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