Join Domegaia this November in Alabama, minutes from the beautiful Bon Secour Bay wildlife refuge.
Together we'll build an Aircrete dome on this stunning property tucked within a gorgeous oak forest!
Our Hosts: Emma Gaskins and Jason Kolano
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Bon Secour, Alabama
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Bon Secour, Alabama is a charming beach town located along the Gulf Coast near Gulf Shores, AL. It resides next to the Bon Secour river, and is teeming with a variety of wildlife, such as bottle-nose dolphins, sea turtles, alligators, and birds of all kinds. From coastal beauty to oak trees draped in Spanish moss, Bon Secour is a pristine environment for all to enjoy. It's wildlife refuge is also one of the ten natural wonders of Alabama!
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Workshop Learning Objectives
*Please Note: During the 10-day workshop, we will build a basic dome structure. Instruction includes the fundamentals of pouring, stacking and structural reinforcement of the dome but does not include plumbing, electrical or finishing installations. We will do our best as a team to complete the Aircrete dome during the workshop; however, we do not guarantee completion. Unexpected obstacles such as adverse weather conditions, for example, may affect our progress and prevent the dome’s full completion. 
The beautiful interior of a dome in progress!
Learn to stack in teams and witness the walls of our dome go up!
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An Aircrete dome built in Port Townsend, WA by one of our graduates Karen W.
Cultivate lasting friendships and partnerships with your fellow workshop students
Build a unique custom door!
An Aircrete dome built in Spain by one of our graduates, Nate D.
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Domie Bonus Material!
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Workshop Schedule
November 8th
5:30 - 7pm: Check-in
November 9 - 18 (with one off day or half day)
9am: Opening Circle
9am - 1pm: Workshop
1pm - 2pm: Lunch break
2pm - 6pm*: Workshop
We will plan one afternoon off or full day off (depending on our rate of progress) for students to rest and enjoy local attractions!
*Some days may run later than 6pm depending on work flow
November 19th
Departure
5:30 - 7pm: Check-in
November 9 - 18 (with one off day or half day)
9am: Opening Circle
9am - 1pm: Workshop
1pm - 2pm: Lunch break
2pm - 6pm*: Workshop
We will plan one afternoon off or full day off (depending on our rate of progress) for students to rest and enjoy local attractions!
*Some days may run later than 6pm depending on work flow
November 19th
Departure
Tuition Rates
$1200 per student
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$2200 for two students registering together
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$2200 for two students registering together
Secure your space by submitting a deposit!
Please note - Accommodations and meals are not included in the workshop tuition.
For accommodations and meals contact our host - emmagaskins94@gmail.com or make your own arrangements.
For accommodations and meals contact our host - emmagaskins94@gmail.com or make your own arrangements.
Lodging & Meal Plan Options
Our hosts will be offering a few onsite accommodations including a few beds inside the house, a converted bus, as well as space for tent-camping. Space is limited so please reach out to our hosts to inquire about availability.
A hearty and nutritious meal plan will be available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options can be provided if needed. Please contact our hosts to express your interest in participating in the meal plan and to communicate any dietary restrictions. You do not have to stay on-site to take advantage of this meal plan, any and all are welcome!
A hearty and nutritious meal plan will be available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options can be provided if needed. Please contact our hosts to express your interest in participating in the meal plan and to communicate any dietary restrictions. You do not have to stay on-site to take advantage of this meal plan, any and all are welcome!
Breakfast: $12 | Lunch: $15 | Dinner: $18 | Full meal plan for all 10 days: $450
For those who prefer to arrange their own lodging and meals, check out these local suggestions from Emma and Jason:
- Bon Secour Cottages
- Taylor house in Historic Bon Secour (sleeps 8)
- Staybridge Suites Gulf Shores (10 min from workshop)
- Airbnbs nearby; search for spots in Bon Secour, Alabama
- Tin top Restaurant and Oyster Bar
- Copper Kettle
- Safari Club
- Jesse's
Transportation Options
- Rental cars (parking will be available on property)
- Uber/lyft (approximately $85 one way)
- Emma and Jason will kindly be providing a round-trip shuttle service from and to the Pensacola airport for $10 each way on November 8th and 19th. They will do one pick up and drop off at 1:00pm and another at 5:00pm, so please plan your flight accordingly and book your spot with them.
Contact our hosts Emma and Jason at: Emmagaskins94@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy
IMPORTANT REGARDING COVID-19: If the COVID-19 pandemic leads us to cancel any workshop, we guarantee you will receive a full refund. We understand that there are unforeseen travel restrictions arising all the time and will work with you on case-by-case basis to determine your refund eligibility upon your cancellation request. Please reach out as soon as possible with any concerns. For cancellations unrelated to COVID-19, please refer to our refund policy below:
- Those cancelling more than 4 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop will receive a full tuition refund, minus a 7% processing and administration fee.
- Those cancelling 2 - 4 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop will receive a half tuition refund, minus a 7% processing and administration fee.
- No refunds for cancellation requests made less than 2 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop.
- If the workshop has to be cancelled for any reason, you will receive an immediate full refund.
Contact Us
We look forward to building with you!