Natural Building with Hempcrete

About this Course

Interested in natural building and healthy, energy-efficient homes? In this hands-on introductory class, students will learn the essential concepts, materials, and practical methods needed to understand and work with hempcrete in basic construction projects. From material composition and mixing to formwork, application methods, drying, and wall assembly, this course breaks the process down into clear, manageable steps.

Students will gain a working knowledge of what hempcrete is, how it performs as a natural building material, and how to use it as insulation and infill in small-scale building projects. The class will cover the basic ingredients, tools, and techniques required to mix and place hempcrete, along with important considerations such as moisture management, structural framing, curing time, and finish options. Whether you are interested in natural homes, cabins, studios, or sustainable building methods, this class will give you a strong foundation for getting started.

By the end of the course, students will understand the core principles of hempcrete construction and leave with the practical knowledge needed to begin exploring hempcrete in their own building projects.