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programs
Community
architecture extends beyond discussions about design to the process
of building. We have developed construction systems that allow for
the participation of building users in construction. We have found
that involvement in construction can increase building users’
sense of ownership and encourage ongoing participation in community
life. For many projects we can find opportunities for participation,
such as assembling timber frames, making a mosaic from hand-painted
tiles or contributing to a community garden. We can incorporate
training programs including both construction and life skills components.
In one example students with limited prior construction experience
learnt basic building skills on site through building the playground.
These included technical, coordination and group skills.
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