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Back Home1.1 Introduction to Natural Building
Begin with the story of shelter. Explore how people, place and natural materials shape the way we build.
Self-paced online videos · English · Lifetime access
Learn at your own pace, without waiting for a scheduled batch.
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About the course
- The story of shelter: Follow how homes evolved with local materials, climate and surroundings.
- Traditional knowledge: Learn from ancient texts, traditional buildings, artisans and masons.
- Awareness and choices: Explore changing building methods, material choices and Jagrat—being awake to the materials we live with.
What you'll learn
- Shelter and tradition: The evolution of shelters, ancient texts, age-old structures and traditional shelter-making systems.
- People and place: Where Thannal’s knowledge comes from, why building methods changed, how traditional systems suit each place, and the impact of returning to natural building.
- Jagrat — being awake: How the five senses connect with natural materials when living in a mud house.
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Course syllabus
Introduction & History of Natural Building
- Video lesson: Introduction and History of Natural Building.
- Reading: Introduction & History of Natural Building.
Role of Thannal · Changes, Impact & Awareness
- Video lesson: Role of Thannal, Changes, Impact & Awareness.
- Reading: Role of Thannal, Changes, Impact & Awareness.
References & What’s Next?
- Further learning: References and supporting resources.
- Next steps: What’s next in your natural building journey.
Hear From Our Learners
Google review · Online learning included with Thannal’s hands-on workshop
“I would recommend to do the online course before the hands on course too!”
— Sarah Cotterell
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
Begin with the story of shelter. Explore how people, place and natural materials shape the way we build. See the Course syllabus section for the complete lesson list.
How long can I access the course?
This individual course has lifetime access. The English video lessons are self-paced, with approximately 35 minutes of learning.
Is this the complete Part 1 package?
No. This page is for 1.1 Introduction to Natural Building. The Part 1 package brings together all six essential-materials courses, from 1.1 to 1.6.
Begin with the Story of Shelter
Your introduction to the people, places and materials behind natural building.
- Duration: Approximately 35 minutes.
- Format: Self-paced English video lessons and readings.
- Access: Lifetime access.
- Explore: Natural building history, Thannal’s approach and awareness of natural materials.
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