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Our 2008 Workshop Schedule is here
 

Miracle at Merzouga: Re-building camp in Morocco Fall 2008

In 2006 villages in the Merzouga area of Morocco were severely damaged by flash flooding, destroying a hundred houses of the local Berber people. Government support has been lacking and villagers to this day live in tents waiting to rebuild their homes.

Miracle at Merzouga is an effort to support the people of Merzouga in their reconstruction effort. Elke and team are planning a re-building camp with participants who raise funds towards the houses and in exchange will learn local natural building techniques. Our lead team will work with local builders and owners to provide a unique opportunity to practice hands on, with theory and background info offered for those interested in deepening their learning.
Please visit www.miracleatmerzouga.org for more information or write to elke@cobworks.com
Morocco
Rooftop of typical house in Merzouga

 

New! Carpentry and Roof Workshop just added! June 1-7

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Welcome Home, Trasviña Family, Welcome Home!

Jose Juan and Yady's cob house is finally finished!

Click here to see photos from our February Baja project and final photos of the newly completed home.

Participant blog!

<Read the blog> of James Rodgers, a participant from our Cob and Community course. It's fun to read about one of our workshops from the participant's
perspective!

Kate's Cob House

Cobworks and friends are building a Cob House on Mayne Island. Check out Kate's website about the experience.

http://www.katesmaynecob.com/

Houses That Love You Back.

For updated news and workshop listings for Elke Cole please go to
www.elkecole.com

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NEWS Elke Cole, on of our instructors, stands on a cob arch.

2008 Cob House Tours
on Mayne Island

Look for information about our Cobhouse Tours coming to this spot soon.

Looking for a place to stay while visiting Mayne Island.

Rent Cobworks Cottage. If you are interested in natural building and cob in particular, this is a perfect opportunity to try one out.