In this 1 day workshop you will learn how to apply and mix light clay straw in a traditional studded wall system at the beautiful Hawk Meadow Farm! This natural building technique is a great option for anyone looking to renovate their existing homes using non-toxic and natural materials that create an amazing substrate for a natural plaster. Light clay straw (a.k.a., light straw clay, straw clay, slipstraw) is a very simple material that can be stuffed into a wall cavity, providing some amount of insulation, sound insulation and moisture moderation.

A natural building alternative to hanging sheetrock/drywall!

Our enthusiasm for natural building is contagious. Our teaching style focuses around empowering participants to really “go for it” and learn by doing. Throughout the workshop we will weave stories of the natural world and dive deeply into “The Why”

In this workshop you will have ample hands-on experience with guided instruction from Jamie Carestio and Nate LaFond, Professional Timber Framers, Strawbale Builders and Natural Plasterers along with Matteo Lundgren. We will cover the whole range of comprehensive information on the world of Natural Building. Please pack your own lunch. We will have plenty of snacks to share along with sparkling waters.

To secure your spot email MatteoLundgren@gmail

Cost: $125 per student