JOIN US FOR A HANDS-ON, TWO-DAY WORKSHOP WHERE EARTH ARCHITECTURE AND COMMUNITY COME

Why Compressed Earth Block?
CEBs are a high-performance natural building material made from earth and minimal stabilizer.

They offer:

Fire resistance
Thermal comfort - stay cool in summer, warm in winter
Pest and mold resistance
Acoustic Performance - Naturally sound-buffered walls
Breathability & non-toxic indoor air
Durability & low maintenance

Unlike carbon-intensive materials like concrete and steel, Earth Blocks use local soil and require minimal water and energy to produce, making them an ideal solution for sustainable, long-term housing in fire-prone regions.

This workshop is ideal for architects, builders, community leaders, DIY enthusiasts, or anyone interested in exploring regenerative, climate-adaptive construction techniques.

What You’ll Learn:

Soil selection and testing basics
How to mix and stabilize earth for block-making
Hands-on block pressing with a Cinva Ram manual press
Wall assembly techniques and mock-up construction
Climate-appropriate design principles using earthen materials

No prior building experience is necessary — just come ready to learn and get your hands in the soil!

By the end of this workshop, we'll have built a sample wall and explored how EarthBlock can support recovery, affordability, and ecological resilience.

Bonus:
Attendees will be the first to hear about our upcoming CEB Webinar, where we’ll dive deeper into earthen building systems and their role in fire-resilient design. Stay tuned via email!

What to Bring:

Refillable water bottle
Closed-toe shoes and work clothes
Gloves (if you have them — some will be provided)

Let’s build the future from the ground up — together.

Fireproof Building Envelope Workshop: Intro to Compressed Earth Block