Workshops

Learn, Build, Innovate

At TAC Design LAB, we believe in nurturing the next generation of architects through immersive, hands-on workshops on sustainable architecture. These workshops, tailored for architecture students, focus on using materials like bamboo, mud, and brick while emphasizing sustainable practices and future-ready design approaches. In a world facing climate change and resource depletion, these workshops bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing students to lead with innovative and eco-conscious solutions.

Why These Workshops Matter

Practical Learning: Architectural education often lacks hands-on experience. Our workshops offer students the chance to work directly with materials and techniques, bringing theoretical concepts to life.
Sustainability in Focus: By working with eco-friendly materials like bamboo and mud, participants gain a deeper appreciation for sustainable construction methods, fostering a commitment to greener practices.
Skill Development: Students develop essential skills, from material handling to construction techniques, preparing them to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Inspiring Innovation: Exposure to diverse materials and methods sparks creativity, encouraging students to explore fresh, sustainable design ideas.
Real-World Solutions: Hands-on experience equips students with the tools to tackle real-world challenges in sustainable construction confidently.

Our workshops are more than just learning experiences - they are a step toward building a more sustainable and responsible architectural future.

Workshop Structure

These workshops are thoughtfully crafted to inspire and educate, combining engaging lectures with hands-on sessions to provide a holistic learning experience in sustainable architecture.

Lecture Session Highlights:

Understanding the Built Environment: Explore how human-made surroundings, from buildings to infrastructure, shape our lives and influence sustainability.
Rethinking Development: Delve into the impact of consumption-driven growth and the urgent need for eco-conscious development.
A Thought to Ponder: "The earth is not given to you by your parents; you have taken a loan from your next generation." This quote serves as a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility toward the planet.
Sustainability in Practice: Learn techniques like reducing resource input, managing waste, and designing with minimal environmental impact.
Building with Purpose: Understand how to create spaces that blend comfort, functionality, and environmental harmony through humane design and site analysis.

Hands-On Sessions

Dive into a world of experiential learning with our hands-on sessions, where sustainable materials take center stage. These sessions are crafted to highlight the versatility of each material, allowing participants to explore their potential through guided, step-by-step construction activities.

Bamboo Workshop

Discover the versatility and elegance of bamboo as a sustainable construction material.

Here is what this workshop has in store for you -

Introduction to Bamboo: Characteristics, properties, and preservation methods.
Feasibility in Current Scenarios: Exploring the pros and cons of bamboo in contemporary construction.
Climatic Considerations: Understanding how bamboo performs in different climatic conditions.
Treatment Methods: Techniques for treating bamboo to enhance durability and resistance to pests.
Joining Techniques: Methods for joining bamboo components in construction.
Structural Properties: Examining bamboo's tensile strength and bending capacity.
Practical Construction: Building a structure using bamboo, applying the knowledge gained in the lecture.
Relevant IS Codes: Overview of Indian Standards (IS) codes related to bamboo construction.

Mud Workshop

Step into the timeless world of mud construction, a practice rooted in tradition yet essential for sustainable living.

A sneak peek of what you’ll learn in this workshop -

Introduction to Mud: Understanding mud’s characteristics, properties, and preservation techniques.
Feasibility in Current Scenarios: Discussing the advantages and challenges of mud in modern construction.
Climatic Considerations: Evaluating mud's performance in different environments.
Tests for Mud: Learning methods to assess mud quality and suitability.
Elemental Composition: Understanding the role of mud components in construction.
Stabilization Methods: Techniques for stabilizing mud using lime, rice husk, or other binders.
Practical Construction: Building structures using mud, such as Adobe bricks, Cob walls, and Wattle & Daub walls.

Brick Workshop

Explore the enduring charm and strength of bricks in sustainable construction.

See what valuable insights await in this workshop -

Introduction to Bricks: Characteristics, properties, and preservation techniques.
Feasibility in Current Scenarios: Assessing the relevance of bricks in sustainable architecture.
Climatic Considerations: Understanding how bricks perform in different climatic conditions.
Brick Baking Process: An overview of how bricks are made and baked.
Types of Bricks: Exploring their variety and uses.
Bonding Techniques: Learning different methods to join bricks.
Practical Construction: Crafting walls, arches, jalis, and other decorative elements using bricks.

Key Takeaways for Students

Confidence with Sustainable Materials: Hands-on sessions help students understand and confidently use bamboo, mud, and brick in their designs.
Practical Know-How: Learn the end-to-end process of working with sustainable materials - from selection to construction.
Skill Development: Gain tactile experience with materials and tools, building essential construction skills.
Tool Familiarity: Master the use of specialized tools for working with bamboo, mud, and brick, preparing for real-world projects.

These workshops bridge the gap between theory and practice, empowering students with the skills, confidence, and creativity needed to build sustainably. By engaging with these hands-on experiences, participants are not just learning – they're shaping a greener future in architecture.

Completed Workshops and Talks

A journey of impactful workshos and enlightening talks that promote sustainable architectural practices.

The Way of Vernacular | Sustainable Architecture Workshop | Prime College of Architecture, Nagapattinam 2023

The Beauty of Bricks | National Level Symposium at Prime College of Architecture and Planning 2024 | Nagapattinam

Stories with Mud and Brick | DC Workshop 2022 | Brick Masonry and Arches | DC School of Architecture, Trivandrum

Redefining Material Perception | Brick Jalli Workshop | 65th Zonal NASA Convention 2022 | Vagamon

Hands-On Workshop on Brick Bonding and Jali Design | Rathinam School of Architecture 2023 | Coimbatore

Creative Bamboo Building Techniques | MAM School of Architecture Workshop 2022 | Tiruchirappalli

Bamboo Workshop | Global Institute of Architecture 2024 | Palakkad

Bamboo Workshop | Aalim Muhammed Salegh Academy of Architecture 2023 | Chennai

Alternate Is Inevitable | National Level Symposium | Prime College of Architecture, Kilvelur 2022

Process Of Upcycling Materials | Guest Lecture at PICA 2023 | Mumbai

Socially Responsible Architecture | All India Radio Thiruvananthapuram | 23rd November 2022 | Yuvavani Program

Neo-Vernacular Architecture | HiveMeet 2022 | ArkiHive

Exhibition on Architecture, Construction, and Interiors | Powered by CERA and BuildNext | 29th November 2022

Countdown | TEDxKCMT 2023 | Live Speaker Series