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Dome BUILD

Landers, Ca

March 1 - 8, 2024

Earthen Dome Workshop

The goal of this workshop is to complete a dome in the SuperAdobe construction style. 

This type of building is one example of natural building we teach from the Mojave Center and is utilized in various parts of the world because of the affordability, easy construction technique, and overall strength of the structure. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in gaining a more in-depth understanding of SuperAdobe building techniques to create earthen homes.  

DOME CAMP

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Project

 Earthbag Dome

10' ft dome 

Doorway with two windows 

Construction only,

no finishwork or plasters

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Dome Curriculum

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Feb 28

Arrival & Travel Day!

Mar 1

Introductions to Design

Center Compass

Foundations

 Superadobe basics

Superadobe Design & Rules Lecture

Hands on Superadobe Building

Mar 2 - 7th

Hands on Superadobe Building

Laying technique

Height compass navigation

Door & Window Forms

Material mixing

Soil-testing

Material sourcing

Arches

Drafting & Design

Mar 8th

Dome Cap

Workshop End 

Celebration Dinner!

Work Day Schedule 

7:30 -  Breakfast

8:30  - Game / Morning Stretch

9:00 - Morning On Site Build Session

12:00  - Lunch

1:00 - Afternoon On Site Build Session  

5:00 - Work Day End

6:00 - Evening Lecture

7:00 - Dinner

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Logistics

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Location:

Landers, CA 

20 minutes from Yucca Valley.

Transportation:

A vehicle is most likely necessary for this workshop.

We will not be providing airport pick up for this workshop.

If you can get to Yucca Valley, we can pick you up from there!

Food:

Food is not included in the workshop.  

Please bring your own camp meals.

A few camp stoves will be provided in the community kitchen zone.

Please bring coolers. 

Build Site

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Nestled near the majestic Joshua Tree National Park lies an extraordinary opportunity to connect with nature and learn the art of sustainable living. At the Earth Dome Building Workshop, participants embark on a transformative journey into the heart of eco-friendly architecture and communal living.

From the moment you arrive,  you will be enveloped by the vast expanse of the desert starry sky and the tranquil beauty, igniting a sense of wonder and possibility.  Our workshop takes place amidst the breathtaking backdrop near Joshua Tree.

Exact building location will be sent after rsvp

Infrastructure:

Portable Toilets

Camp Kitchen with Stoves

Shade Pergola

Cell Service at site

Hosts house is on site

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Air Bnb

Check Landers, Flamingo Heights or Yucca Valley for nearby rentals. 

12 Camping spots

at Build Site 

Use the land as base camp. Plenty of land for camping. Will have access to composting toilet, camp shower and camp kitchen. 

Tent Camping, RV & Vans Ok!

Limited to 12 campers onsite!

Lodging

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Pricing

Dome Build

March 1 - 8, 2025

 

$800

  • Full payment required upon arrival

  • Alumni enjoy 25% off 

  • Bring a friend & enjoy 15% off - (one friend only, discount goes to you!)

  • Discounts for returning students & bring a friend discounts are by cash payments only

  • Cancellation policy: if you need to cancel last minute we will refund 50% of the deposit made

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