Hands-On Bamboo Construction Workshop | Venice, Italy 2027

Hands-on bamboo construction workshop in Venice, Italy , June 16–20, 2027. Sustainable building, regenerative design, and WBO certification. Le Vignole Island, Venice, Italy | June 16–20, 2027 Join us in the Venice Lagoon for a unique 5-day bamboo-focused experience on Le Vignole Island. 🛠️ June 16–20, 2027 – Hands-On Bamboo Construction Workshop Participants will take part in an immersive, hands-on bamboo construction workshop, focused on practical skills, techniques, and collaborative building in a unique lagoon setting. The experience is open to architects, designers, students, builders, and anyone interested in sustainable architecture, bioconstruction, and regenerative design. No prior experience is required. The workshop is hosted by VERAS – Vignole Renewable Energy Healthy Agriculture, a non-profit association committed to environmental regeneration, healthy agriculture, and renewable energy systems. What can you expect? Participants will engage in a hands-on learning process, combining theory and on-site practice, focused on bamboo construction systems. • Understand the properties, behavior, and applications of bamboo • Learn about propagation, harvesting, and commercialization • Practice structural joints and bamboo assembly techniques • Understand anchoring systems & foundations • Engage with an international community passionate about sustainable living and regenerative architecture • Receive an official certification issued by the World Bamboo Organization (WBO) Certification Upon completion, participants will receive an Official Certificate of Participation, endorsed and issued by the World Bamboo Organization (WBO). Includes ✅ All construction materials, tools, and safety equipment ✅ Professional guidance by experienced architects and bioconstruction specialists ✅ A collaborative, community-based learning environment ✅ Official WBO Certification Accommodation & Meals (Optional – Not Included in Workshop Fee) On-site accommodation at the VERAS facilities is available as an optional add-on and is not included in the workshop registration fee. Participants may choose to stay on-site in a camping format during the workshop: • Camping + breakfast package: €100 (for the full duration of the workshop) • Includes light daily breakfast (coffee, milk, jam, and bread) • Participants must bring their own tent If you do not have a tent, please contact us in advance, as we may assist in coordinating rental options through our logistics team. Participants may also choose to arrive one day before or depart one day after the workshop at no additional cost. Participants staying off-site are also welcome to join meals on location, paying directly on-site. Facilities: VERAS is a natural, community-based environment. Basic shared facilities (toilets and showers) will be available. Please note that showers provide water at ambient temperature (no hot water). Given the summer season, this is generally comfortable, but we recommend considering this in advance.