10 Day Aircrete 
Dome Building 
Workshop

Ajo, Arizona 

November 7 - 16 2025

10 Day Dome Building Workshop

Join Domegaia for a 10-day Dome Building Workshop in Ajo, Arizona.

 

Dates: November 7 - 16, 2025
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Learning Objectives

Workshop Schedule

Volunteer Work Stay 

Accommodation Options 

Meal Plan Options⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Airport Transportation  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

A word from our Hosts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Location Details⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Hear from Past Students⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Cancellation Policy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Contact us: Workshop Coordinator

10 Day Workshop - November 7th - Ajo, Arizona

Secure your spot with a $600 deposit and pay the balance later or pay the full tuition now.
Tuition Fee

(1 total reviews)
$1,795.00
$1,595.00

Workshop Learning Objectives
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Learn our methods of building a dome home that is fire and rot resistant, insulative, sustainable, strong and durable against the forces of earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.

Work in a friendly and respectful team setting to co-create under the guidance of our instructors

Build archway forms

Mix Aircrete with Domegaia's unique tools - Aircrete is an amazing, material that you can make yourself at home - almost as easily as making pancake batter!

Stack bricks with our mortar recipe to construct a dome using a compass arm

Build a window

Apply reinforcement fabric-mesh with stucco

Classroom exercises and discussions

Topics: Foundation pouring, compass arm assembly, skylight ideas, window installation, door and door jam construction & installation

We will offer an inspirational and informative slideshow presentation and dedicated Q&A time!

*Please Note: During this 10-day (hands-on) 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. ​

Bonus Material

Architectural Drawings of Steve Areen's Thailand Dome Home (a 16-page digital download) as well as additional pdf resources and material.

A 20% discount on Tools and Equipment valid for 3 months after the conclusion of the workshop.​

A 50% discount on future workshops.​

Art of Building Aircrete Domes manual

Workshop Schedule
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November 6th - 12:00 PM: Check-in (for those staying on-site)

November 7-16 (with one full day or half day off*)

 

9:00 AM: Opening Circle

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Workshop

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch break

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM*: Workshop

November 17th - Departure (12:00 PM check-out)

*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

Accomodation Options
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There will be on-site tent, car, and RV camping available. There are also several nearby options such as a shared dorm at the community center,  Airbnbs, hotels, and free BLM camping

Tent/Car Camping

RV Camping

Airbnb Options

Hotels

BLM Camping

Community Dorm

Meal Plan Options
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The meal plan will mostly be a family style buffet and consist of hearty, and nutritious whole foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner with omnivore and vegetarian/vegan options available. 
 

You do not have to stay on-site to take advantage of this meal plan, any and all are welcome! 

*Meal pricing coming soon*

If you don't want to sign up for the full meal plan, you can mix and match meals. We do recommend at least opting in for lunch, as you only have a one hour break between the morning and afternoon works sessions. 
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Transportation Options 
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The best airports to fly into:

- Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) - two hours from property  

From Airport to the property

- Uber/Lyft to shuttle service or get picked up at the airport ()

- Get off in Ajo 

- Contact host to pick you up from the the drop off 

Frequently Asked Questions
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About Our Host
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"Thanks for stopping by. My name is Sparrow. In short, I consider myself an earth steward, and I feel privileged to be the steward of a very special piece of land on the edge of the very special town of Ajo, which is considered to be the Heart of the Sonoran Desert, the heart being the very special people who call it home, some of whom have volunteered to help make your time here, a unique and memorable one. 

 

This project is fulfilling a lifelong dream to build my own home. I used to doodle round house  designs in my twenties, and now those doodles are finally coming to life. As an artist, massage therapist, and health and wellness practitioner, I’m excited to be creating a sacred space that will reflect and support all my special interests, my quirky personality, and my desire to serve the community of Ajo in a very special way. I became the steward of this very quirky piece of land, that is mostly wash in March of 2024. It has been undervalued and mistreated for many years and it is my intention to clean it up and give it the tender loving care it deserves. 

 

My desire to be a good earth steward and better human, has inspired me to explore and immerse myself in permaculture design courses, professional landscaping, rainwater harvesting, master gardening, and a life long career in the health and wellness industry. 

 

I am blessed to be supported by a host of special friends and neighbors who have offered to help organize the food and lodging, in order to make your experience here a memorable one in the most positive way. I am deeply and profoundly grateful for their friendship, their love, their encouraging words, and contributions, and yours, should you choose to come, to building my dream home."
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Location Details:  Ajo, Arizona
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Ajo is described as an island in the desert. It is two hours off the beaten bath from Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma and Rocky Point Mexico. It is constantly in a state of being discovered and it attracts a wide variety of interesting, friendly people who often have a very interesting story to tell, about how they ended up in Ajo. 

 

Something people who are attracted to Ajo have in common, would be the love of the beautiful Sonoran Desert, the slower pace, and the peace and quiet. It is surrounded by millions of acres of public and tribal land with plenty of opportunity for cycling, hiking, birdwatching, stargazing, photography, rockhounding, golfing, and more. 

 

Next would be the town itself, a gem among the list of former mining towns in Arizona. It’s stunning Spanish Colonial Revival plaza is flanked on the West by two beautiful churches, the East by the former train station (now the visitor center), on the North the Oasis Cafe, a popular hang out, and the post office. On the South you’ll find the library, a gallery full of beautiful local art, a yoga studio, a boutique, and lots of murals to enjoy all around the plaza area. This literal oasis, in the midst of a dry desert is the social hub of the community. There are festivals and festivities, a Saturday Mercado, yoga on the lawn, music and more.

 

 

The desert, people, historic buildings, churches and unforgettable sunsets are just some of the many reasons people visit and often stay, in Ajo. The Heart of the Sonoran Desert. 

 

Hear What Past Students Have to Say 
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Cancellation Policy 
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  • 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
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If you have questions about the workshop, please contact us!
 workshops@domegaia.com

We look forward to building with you!