Renewable Materials

About

Looking for a summer adventure that combines sustainability, creativity, and construction? Join students from around the world at the 4th edition of the Summer School “Building with Renewable Materials,” hosted by the Hochschule RheinMain (HSRM) Competence Center for Renewable Building Materials! This hands-on, interdisciplinary program dives into natural construction techniques such as building with earth and bamboo and invites you to experiment with other renewable materials. It’s all about learning by doing, sharing ideas, and discovering new ways to build sustainably.
But it’s not just about workshops. There’s a full lineup of social and cultural activities waiting for you! From exploring the beautiful city of Wiesbaden to making new friends during evening events, this Summer School offers an unforgettable mix of learning, fun, and international exchange.

HOW TO REGISTER
Please send an e-mail with a short CV and motivation letter (1 page max) by June 14, 2025 (please find contact details on the school page)
Confirmation to the participants will be sent out by June 16, 2025.

ORGANISER
HSRM Competence Center for Renewable Building Materials (In the process of establishing)

TIME
11.08.2025 - 16.08.2025

LOCATION
Hochschule RheinMain, Kurt-Schumacher-Ring 18, Wiesbaden

COSTS
No participation fees.
Costs for travel and food have to be covered by the participant

ACCOMMODATION
Available on campus after consultation

ACCREDITATION
4 ECTS (for external possible)

Course leader

Prof. Sascha Luippold, Dr.-Ing. Oliver Bletz-Mühldorfer, Dipl.-Ing. Andrés Bäppler, Dipl.-Ing. Jan Glasmeier, M.Sc. Pascal Franck, M.Sc. Paulino Botao, M.Sc. Sarah Mesz, M.Sc. Nikolai Ochs and M.Sc. Christoph Diekhans

Target group

International students from the field of Architecture

Course aim

The summer school aims to provide all participants with practical experience in the field of sustainable building materials