There is a certain magic in working with natural materials, there is life in using earth and lime. There is a large palette to play with, but it was not until I learnt about Tadelakt, the Moroccan marvel technique, did I discover the pure class of craftsmanship in earth. There were almost twenty of us, […]
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A plaster that breathes, regulates temperature and humidity inside the building, absorbs both noise and odors and that ages beautifully with time. Add to that the infinite possibilities in aesthetics; Coloured or Natural, smooth or grainy, regular or patterned, contemporary or rustic; earth plaster is irresistible! Anybody can create natural plasters with the soil from their place, a dose of creativity, a trowel of motivation, and a little bit of experience. Come and learn with us!
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The Earth Kitchen
Hungry morning. Cooking was yet to happen. Ingredients were ready. Were just waiting for all the cooks to arrive. It was a hungry morning. And it was no regular food fest; for one cook to cook for all. It was something more special; more unique and intimate, where everyone cooks; Here we were all cooks; […]
Read moreTadelakt and more, a natural plasters workshop, July 2015
A plaster that breathes, regulates temperature and humidity inside the building, absorbs both noise and odors and that ages beautifully with time. Add to that the infinite possibilities in aesthetics; Coloured or Natural, smooth or grainy, regular or patterned, contemporary or rustic; earth plaster is irresistible! Additionally, unlike paints and other chemical coatings they do […]
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