On-site Courses
"Building with bio-based materials is a lesson in sustainability; building with a team is a lesson in humanity."
Design-build
Residency Experience
Immersive Learning Intensives
If you would rather learn-by-doing, you aren’t alone. We understand and invite you to join us on-site in beautiful Mexico.
Our design-build residencies are rigorous, all-inclusive learning programs designed for those who seek a profound, hands-on connection to regenerative architecture.
Available in 1-, 2-, 3-, or 4-week packages, these intensives provide a seamless, supportive environment so you can focus entirely on the craft.
Your residency includes accommodations in a professional team villa (shared rooms with individual beds), meals, and daily shuttles to and from the project site.
We prioritize your well-being and safety, providing necessary protective gear and comprehensive safety training before work begins.
Courses will be capped at ~15 - 20 participants to ensure quality learning and professional construction.
Learn from the Region
The program is structured around a five-day work week, leaving your weekends free to explore the unparalleled beauty of Quintana Roo.
Whether you choose to dive into local cenotes, relax on the Caribbean beaches of Tulum, or hike the historic Maya ruins, you will find the perfect balance between professional advancement and regional inspiration.
Camaraderie & Collective Growth
Building with your own hands is deeply satisfying, but the experience becomes truly transformative when shared as a collective endeavor.
The on-site learning courses provide a rare opportunity to bridge the gap between abstract design and tangible construction.
Beyond the technical build, the experience is defined by camaraderie and collective growth. Expect intense workdays balanced by group dinners and professional networking within a rich learning environment.
Meet the Instructors
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We have BIG goals for the Macario Project. Here are just a few.
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Build While Learning
Master the future of construction through direct mentorship. Our design-build courses offer personal attention from global experts in bio-based and low-carbon materials. By moving from theory to on-site implementation, you gain the practical, high-level skills needed to lead in the emerging landscape of restorative architecture.
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Create a Case Study
The industry lacks the real-world precedents required for mass adoption. The Macario Project serves as a critical case study, utilizing a fully instrumented "Living Lab" to record construction phases and ongoing performance data. Your involvement helps provide the evidence needed to legitimize bio-based materials as premium, scalable standards.
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Train Future Builders
We are cultivating a global bio-based brain trust. Through structured apprenticeships and scholarship programs, we employ a “train-the-trainer” model that elevates local tradespeople and international professionals alike. This ensures that the technical expertise developed here creates a lasting, self-sustaining ecosystem of skilled practitioners ready to build anywhere.
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Support a Circular Economy
True sustainability requires looking for local value in what others discard. We design with the circular economy in mind, identifying regional agricultural waste streams that can be transformed into high-performance building products. This approach reduces environmental impact while providing new, thriving economic opportunities for local communities and manufacturers.
Nearby Attractions
Approximately 21 kilometers from Tulum center, take a bike ride along beach road to the magical white sand beaches of Tulum. Enjoy swimming in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Ocean and soaking up the sun.
Discover Quintana Roo!
Weekends are yours to enjoy! Bike to the beach, visit one of dozens of magical cenotes or hike up temples in nearby ancient Mayan cities .
Registration will be open soon
Immersive Learning Intensives FAQ
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Building: On-site, personal learning and construction.
Lodging: Shared villa rooms with individual beds. Upgrades potentially available upon request.
Meals: Local, seasonal nourishment provided throughout the work week.
Support: Guest support to assist with general logistical needs.
Monograph: A professional e-book documenting the completed project.
Weekends: Open time for rest, reflection, and regional exploration.
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08:00: Breakfast at the villa followed by site shuttle.
09:00: On-site construction, material prep, and expert-led instruction.
12:00: One-hour lunch break.
13:00: Afternoon build session.
16:30: Return to villa for showers and personal downtime.
18:30: Group dinner followed by design charrettes and other insights from the day’s build.
Weekends: Free time for beach trips, cenotes, or ancient ruins.
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Sign up for the newsletter: To be informed when registration officially opens.
Select your preferred module and duration: 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- week package.
Review Welcome Packet: After booking, receive your guide covering schedules, packing lists, and essential safety waivers.
Book Your Travel: Fly into Tulum (TQO) or Cancún (CUN). From Cancún, take the ADO bus or private shuttle to Tulum Centro, our designated meeting point.
Pack Your Bags : Prepare your gear and get excited to join us in the jungle.
Reserve Early
Early bird discounts are available while spaces last and for a limited time only.
Sign up now and receive your 10% discount code to usewhen registration for the on-site learning intensives officially opens.