Arcosanti - An Urban Laboratory in the Arizona Desert.

2017/2018 ARCOSANTI WORKSHOPS

"The Arcosanti Workshop program appeals for a frugal commitment, so as to induce a more equitable and sustainable development of the human experience." —Paolo Soleri

Buying green has become pop culture, sustainability is a buzzword and there is much talk of green building, sustainable cities and sustainable urban architecture. Do you wonder if all that is just a different kind of consumerism? Are you interested in what deeper changes can be made to develop a truly sustainable urban environment? What future are you working towards?  Arcosanti welcomes workshop participants from around the globe with a wide range of interests, disciplines, ages, backgrounds and skill levels. 

[downloadable poster at the bottom of the page]

Five-week Workshop Program

During the five-week workshop, participants are engaged in the 2 weeks of Arcosanti/Cosanti Seminar. The remaining 3 weeks will be spent on helping build Arcosanti, an alternative to urban sprawl.

WEEK 1 and 2: Arcosanti./Cosanti Seminar

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This introductory seminar includes a meeting with the Cosanti Foundation's key staff, presentations on Arcosanti design principles, construction history and Arcology theory.
The program also includes extended tours of the built environment, a hike along the Aqua Fria River (Nature Walk), a silt-casting workshop, and sample work opportunities.
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Participants take a Field Trip to Phoenix to stay at Cosanti, Soleri's original studios, and visit Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West and other local architectural interests. While at Cosanti, participants are engaged in hands-on experience in improvements of Cosanti which often includes weekend days when the craft studios are not in operation.

WEEK 3, 4 and 5: Hands-on Intensive

Previous construction or architectural knowledge is not a prerequisite for participation in our program. However, individuals must be at least 18 years of age or accompanied by a parent or a responsible adult to attend the program.

2017 Workshop Starting Dates

JANUARY 29 • MARCH 5 • APRIL 9 • MAY 21 • JUNE 25
JULY 30 • SEPTEMBER 3 • OCTOBER 8 • NOVEMBER 12

2018 Workshop Starting Dates

FEBRUARY 4 • MARCH 11 • [APRIL 15: Special FORM ARCOSANTI Workshop]
MAY 20 • JUNE 24  • JULY 29 • SEPTEMBER 2 • OCTOBER 7 • NOVEMBER 11

Workshop Fees

  • Five-week Workshop* (WEEK 1–WEEK 5: $1,750** )
  • Five-week FORM ARCOSANTI Workshop (April 15–May 18: $2,000)
  • Two-week Seminar ( Week 1 + Week 2 only: $1,075** )
*Some workshop graduates choose to complete their 5 weeks over time.
**The fees are for programs and cover registration fee, tuition, meals and accommodations. Workshop participants will be housed in dormitory-style accommodations. The dorms are partially completed rooms that will eventually be finished into apartments.  The facilities are shared with other workshop participants (various rooms can accommodate 2 to 8 people), and there are places to lock up valuables.  There is minimal heating and no air-conditioning! It may be possible to upgrade to a private guest room for an extra $75 per week, depending on availability. Arrangements for guest rooms must be made well in advance by contacting the workshop coordinator.

How to Apply

The first step of the application process is to register online. When we have received and processed your application, you will receive a notification by e-mail.  If you wish the notification to be mailed to you, please indicate this in the Interest section. To complete the registration process for the workshop seminar, we require a $50 non-refundable registration deposit. This payment can be made with a credit card online or by calling the Arcosanti gallery at 928-632-6217.  You may also send a check or money order to:

Arcosanti Workshop Coordinator
HC 74, Box 4136, Mayer, AZ 86333, USA

       Register now!

Online Fee Payment

Please pay the deposit ($50 required for all programs) online. The remaining balance of the program fee can also be paid here, or be prepared to pay upon arrival at Arcosanti. Payment can be made in cash, check, money order, traveler’s checks or credit card.

FAQ

Please visit our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section or contact the Workshop Coordinator at 928.632.6233 or workshop [at] arcosanti [dot] org with any questions you might have. 

 

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