Outdoor Classrooms
These beautiful outdoor classrooms are genuinely designed and built by the young people and adults who use them!
Using only locally sourced and sustainable/natural building methods, this remarkable, participant-led approach results not only in buildings that are stunning and eco-friendly, but also transforms the participants’ understanding of learning. It’s a win-win: participants gain accredited outcomes through an inclusive and engaging programme and the organisation/school/community group end up with a beautiful and inspiring building to further develop outdoor learning Using only locally sourced and sustainable/natural building methods, this remarkable, participant-led approach results not only in buildings that are stunning and eco-friendly, but also transforms the participants’ understanding of learning.
What we can offer
We offer a full package including:
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Consultation and design with the participants and other stakeholders
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Planning application
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CDM2015 compliant commercial construction processes
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Fully inclusive construction process for participants with accredited outcomes
Building materials
We only build with natural materials to ensure we offer an inclusive and safe construction environment, and a beautiful end product!
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Cob (earth)
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Round pole timber
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Local stone for dry stone walling
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Straw bales
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Natural renders, plasters and paints
Why cob?
Cob has a long history in the UK and is stunning material to work with. From seating areas to earth ovens, from outdoor classrooms to 2 storey houses, cob is a versatile and highly robust construction material.
It is also very eco-friendly as it’s non-toxic and “breathable” – so it’s safe to build with and be in – and it’s locally sourced and fully biodegradable. Cob is also very sculptural and any one can build with it!
And finally, cob is fire proof so it’s perfect for oven/fireplaces and places where fires might be a concern.
Call 01792 232 439 now or email us to find out more about sustainable construction opportunities?