Seminar Week: Back to Earth – A journey to pioneering clay buildings in German-speaking regions

Clay, long an underrated building material, is currently experiencing a renaissance in light of the ecological crisis and is now considered a forward-looking material. The seminar trip takes us to the most significant clay buildings in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. On a bus trip, we discover historic half-timbered and clay houses, contemporary projects in rammed clay and light clay, as well as innovative approaches to sustainable clay architecture. The excursion combines theoretical insights with practical observations and provides a deep understanding of the structural, design, and ecological potential of clay.
First Meeting: Thursday 07.05.2026, 13:00-14:00 , Bldg. 11.40, R 26
Excursion: 26.05. – 29.05.2026
Costs: max. 500€





























