Discover the art of building with one of the world’s most sustainable materials, bamboo.
Build with Nature. Learn by Doing
Join our 5-day Bamboo Building Workshop in Chiang Rai, Thailand, and learn to build with bamboo, one of the most sustainable and renewable resources in the world.
Whether you’re a beginner or professional exploring natural materials, this immersive workshop will teach you to work confidently with bamboo, from selecting and treating poles to creating your own small structure.
Guided by natural builder Alain Madec, this hands-on workshop at Baan Din Doi blends practical experience and essential knowledge. Baan Din Doi is a natural-building learning center located just 30 minutes from Chiang Rai city. Surrounded by bamboo, fruit trees, earth buildings and mountain air, it is a peaceful place for hands-on learning, personal reflection, and creative work.
You’ll share meals, stories, and laughter with like-minded people from around the world.
Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Duration: 5 Days (18 – 22 Dec 2025)
Limited to 6 participants only
Why Join Us
At Baan Din Doi, learning happens with your hands, brain, heart and the land.
You’ll gain skills and confidence, working side-by-side with like-minded people creating something lasting and unique.
- Learn sustainable bamboo-building techniques through guided practice
- Build a real bamboo structure that remains on our land
- Connect with a like-minded community of nature lovers
- Enjoy peaceful days surrounded by mountains and nourishing local food
- Receive 15% off for future workshops at Baan Din Doi
What You’ll Learn
By the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to:
- Select, cut, and treat bamboo for strength and longevity
- Understand principles of bamboo construction
- Master multiple joining and lashing techniques
- Build small structures such as a pergola, cabin, or shed
- Safely use essential tools like machete, drill, and grinder
- Work together to complete a real bamboo project on site
You’ll also receive a training manual summarizing all theory sessions, a perfect reference for your own future projects.
Who This Course Is For
This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about working with natural materials or dreaming of building their own sustainable space.
Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience in wood or bamboo work, you’ll gain practical skills through hands-on learning in a supportive setting.
Our previous bamboo workshops and projects
Whorkshop schedule
Each day of this bamboo building course blends hands-on construction, teamwork, and creative learning.
Check-in at 9:30 AM on Day 1
Workshop ends at 4:00 PM on Day 5
| Check-in 9.30 AM | DAY 1 – 10.00 AM – 6.00 PM |
| Introduction | Project overview, bamboo selection and cutting, treatment, basic joining and lashing, tool safety |
| DAY 2 – 8.30 AM – 5 PM | |
| Inputs & Project | Foundations for bamboo structures, joining and lashing methods, beginning structure assembly |
| DAY 3 – 8.30 AM – 5 PM | |
| Project | Assembling the structure |
| DAY 4 – 8.30 AM – 5 PM | |
| Project | Continuing assembly, learning construction details |
| DAY 5 – 8.30 AM – 4 PM | |
| Project | Final touches, reflections on the workshop and feedback |
Trainer
Alain Madec, natural builder and founder of Baan Din Doi Thailand, has over 8 years of experience in sustainable construction. He has guided tens of students through their first steps in bamboo and earth building.
Meals & Accommodation
Three Thai meals each day
Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients
Food: vegetarian or non-vegetarian
Large Tent — nature setting, shared bathroom
Earth Room — most popular, private bathroom
Air-Con Room — premium comfort
Accomodation options: (air-con room, earth room or tent). Details here.
Prices and Discounts
All prices include materials, instruction, 4 nights’ accommodation, and 3 Thai meals per day (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options).
| Accommodation | Price (THB / person) | Description |
| Large Tent | 8,800 | Affordable, shared bathroom, close to nature |
| Earth Room | 10,400 | Cozy and popular, private bathroom |
| Air-con Room | 10,800 | Premium comfort and privacy |
Discounts
- Early Bird 10% off (Three EB spots offered; first come, first served)
- Friends / Couples 5% off (If sharing the same tent or room)
(Discounts cannot be combined, choose one)
HOW TO REGISTER
Ready to learn with us? Here’s how to secure your spot.
1. Contact us to check availability or ask questions: baandindoi@gmail.com | WhatsApp: +66 856 173 480
2. Secure your place with a 25% deposit and send payment confirmation. Click here to know the payment options and the deposit and cancellation policy
Limited to 6 participants only. Reserve your spot early!
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