This workshop focuses on energy-efficient, green building techniques using standard stick frame construction with advanced framing for energy efficiency. It will also touch on alternative building techniques like slip straw, straw bale, timber framing, SIPS panels, cob, compressed earth block, cordwood construction, underground housing, and more depending on the interests of those taking the workshops.
The workshop format is that there will be short information presentation at the start of each day and then most of the rest of the day we will physically be building a Small or Tiny House. We can adjust the work and schedule based on the interests of those taking the workshops. Workshop attendees will get an information notebook covering the construction task we will be doing in the workshops. Also included will be 3 Tiny House Plans of varying size from 160 square feet (8’ x 20’) to 384 square feet (16’ x 24’).
Participants should bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and any snacks they would like. Please wear sturdy shoes (no open toed shoes), and other clothes appropriate for construction work. Hats are recommended.
Instructors: Harvey Harman and others
Please email contact@deepriverfolkschool.com with questions.
Participants should supply their own set of basic hand tools to include the following:
Living Well Community
Rising Sun Way, Franklinville NC
12 per workshop
Friday, June 28 through Monday, July 1.
9 am – 4 pm. Hour break for lunch.
$800 for the 4-day workshop. Work/Trade scholarships are available.
Friday, August 23 through Monday, August 26.
9 am – 4 pm. Hour break for lunch.
$800 for the 4-day workshop. Work/Trade scholarships are available.
For those with limited construction or woodworking experience, an additional 1 day workshop on basic carpentry skills and use of tools will be offered on Thursday, June 27 for $100.
