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If you
join Barbara and Bee on one of their projects you get
an inspiring initiation into a common-sense way of building
that re-captures the skill of building for the people.
Volunteers can see at first hand how to use sustainable
materials to build a home without compromising on quality,
cost or style and most importantly, without damaging
the earth we all share.
A
building site doesn’t have to be intimidating,
or competitive and macho, all the things associated
with today's building practice. The atmosphere on an
Amazonails build is special and I can guarantee you
will meet special people there too, from American potters
and management consultants to Russian artists and engineers;
everyone you can imagine is getting involved. Barbara
and Bee are expert at helping people become part of
a group all working together to achieve a common aim.
Each person’s experience and skills are valued
and appreciated and everyone leaves richer for the experience.
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near
Darlington in the North East of England. Barbara says, “By
working with volunteers we are able to educate a much wider
audience than if we operated a traditional contractor built
site. Many volunteers come to work with us specifically to
gain the skills and knowledge required to be able to build
their own houses using environmentally friendly techniques
and sustainable materials.”
