Adobe in Action – Roofs for Adobe Structures (Online)
More Info6-week online course on designing and installing roofs on adobe structures, with a focus on shed and gable roofs with extended eaves. August 17 – September 27, 2026.
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Course Summary
This course covers the fundamentals of designing and installing roofs on adobe structures. Focus is on owner-builder shed and gable roofs with extended eaves—roof types that protect adobe walls below and enable the use of exterior natural plasters. Topics include vigas and roof lumber, ceiling boards, insulation, metal roofing, and earthen roof alternatives such as domes and vaults.
Essential Information
- Dates: August 17 – September 27, 2026
- Format: Online (6 weeks)
- Credits: 3
- Workload: 6–8 hours/week
- Cost: $440
- Registration: Adobe in Action Event Calendar
Event information sourced from Adobe in Action