Join UNM Taos for the Summer Build 2025 at Veteran’s Off-Grid in Carson, NM! This hands-on workshop focuses on sustainable construction and architectural design, using all natural materials to help finish a healing space for veterans.

Participants will learn from experienced instructors and work alongside a team to construct a building from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical skills in sustainable building while supporting a meaningful community project.

For more information, see the UNM Taos Summer Catalog or call UNM CNST Tech Instructor Mark Goldman, AIA at 575-770-1137.

Event Details

• Date: 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-10
• Time: All day
• Location: Veteran’s Off-Grid, Carson, NM
• Instructor(s): Mark Goldman, AIA (UNM CNST Tech Instructor)
• Cost: See UNM Taos Summer Catalog for tuition and fees
• Capacity: Limited spots - reservations required

Workshop/Event Agenda

• Introduction to sustainable construction principles
• Hands-on building with natural materials
• Architectural design basics
• Team building and community engagement
• Finishing a healing space for veterans

What to Bring

• Work clothes and sturdy shoes
• Safety gear (hard hat, gloves, etc.)
• Water bottle and sun protection
• Notebook for notes and sketches

Registration

• See UNM Taos Summer Catalog: UNM Office of the Registrar
• Contact for permission to enroll: Graig Delany at [email protected]
• Additional contact: Mark Goldman, AIA at 575-770-1137

Additional important information:

• Open to the public; priority may be given to veterans and UNM students.
• Certificate of completion available upon request.

Organized by UNM Taos and Veterans Off Grid.