1. 1. Model house site selection: if this option is chosen, location is everything. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Preparation 3. The ground for model house construction is being leveled by a simple but efficient method. 4. Support personnel need to be instructed in the use of new techniques and unfamiliar tools. 2. Time constraints may require construction works to begin before the workshop.

2. 5. A particular challenge is the timely procurement of building materials... Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Preparation 7. …and adequate tools in sufficient numbers.8. Needless to say, hard-working resource persons can break it or make it. 6. …including suitable and mature bamboo culms...

3. 9. Theory sessions can include lectures by resource persons... Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Theory Sessions 11. …using different media...12. …and by participants to involve them and to learn about local issues. 10. …on a variety of subjects...

4. 13. For the design sessions, working groups are formed, consisting of people with different backgrounds. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Design Sessions 15. Designs can be very creative and range from traditional structures... 16. …to innovative components and dream houses. 14. Spokespersons present and explain the group’s design, which can be freely chosen, in plenary sessions.

5. 17. The working groups then proceed to realize their designs and to make small-scale models. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Design Sessions 19. Sometimes unusual approaches are taken, and not all participants are familiar with hands- on activities. 20. Injuries can be prevented by proper instruction. 18. Participants will enthusiastically set out and work with the tools and materials.

6. 21. Design solutions realized as models could range from sliding doors... Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Design Sessions 23. Models are critically appraised... 24. …by experienced resource persons, pointing out strengths and weaknesses. 22. …to earthquake-resistant foundations.

7. 25. For practice sessions, new groups are formed and the subjects of group work are defined by the resource persons. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Practice Sessions 27. This process may include the making of a miniature model... 28. …and lead to the making of a 1:1 scale model. 26. Groups will then, under the supervision of a resource person, begin to plan and design.

8. 29. Examples of 1:1 scale models can include a gate... Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Practice Sessions 31. As with design sessions, groups are required to present their works... 32. …which will then be evaluated in plenary. 30. … and, yes, even a bus stop.

9. 33. Making a model house is an option, which must be considered carefully in light of time and resource constraints. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Practice Sessions 35. It does however offer lots of practice opportunities to participants... 36. …and resource persons: “WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS PLAN?!” 34. It requires intensive planning and preparation, and is an additional logistics challenge during the workshop.

10. 37. A model house can further serve as an inspiration to visitors and thus transcend the workshop. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Practice Sessions 39. …like here... 40. …and here. 38. Participants will see a bamboo house take shape right before their eyes and under their hands...

11. 41. Is is good idea to brief all participants once a day on the progress at the construction site. Bamboo Housing Training Workshop: Practice Sessions 43. A bamboo house with plaster will not look like a bamboo house. This can be a desirable feature. 44. The final product. 42. With everybody’s help and some luck, the house can be finished during the workshop.