@oca.arch, @plinthbuildco, and @nousla are hosting a compressed earth block rebuilding workshop, providing a fireproof and low-carbon alternative to conventional construction systems, yet still seismically safe and structurally permissible.

Let’s make some blocks for a local fire rebuild!

Event Details

• Date: June 28–29, 2025 (Friday & Saturday)
• Time: 10:00AM each day
• Location: 3356 N Marengo Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
• Instructors: OCA, Plinth Build Co, Earthen Project LA, with support from NOUS LA
• Cost: Free for anyone affected by fires; donation-based for all others
• Capacity: Open to all skill levels

Workshop/Event Agenda

• Saturday: Compressed Earth Block Workshop
• Sunday: Earthen Plaster Workshop
• Hands-on block making for a local fire rebuild
• Introduction to fireproof, low-carbon, and seismically safe construction
• Q&A and community networking

What to Bring

• Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
• Water bottle
• Optional: Work gloves

Registration

• RSVP: Eventbrite link
• Contact: Follow @oca.arch & @plinthbuildco for updates

Additional important information:

• Free for those affected by fires; donation-based for others
• All tools and materials provided
• Family-friendly, open to all skill levels
• Graphic support by @naau.studio, designs and renderings by @oca.arch, photos by @plinthbuildco and Anteros Earthblock

Organized by OCA, Plinth Build Co, and NOUS LA.