From Quarry Block to Dimensional Stone: Carving Natural Stone

Start Date

05/03/2024

End Date

05/03/2026

Description

Explore the sustainable journey of stone in architecture and design, delving into its natural essence, variability, and the transformative craftsmanship that brings this enduring material to life. This course offers a deep dive into how stone can be implemented in sustainable architecture, highlighting its role in reducing environmental impact while enhancing aesthetic and functional aspects of design, engage with the principles of selecting, processing, and utilizing stone to create spaces that are not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible.

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Campus Planning & Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.50

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objective 1:
Review the essence and sustainable journey of natural stone
Learning Objective 2:
Examine the variability and natural beauty of natural stone

Learning Objective 3:
Highlight the transformation opportunities of natural stone through modern craftsmanship

Learning Objective 4:
Identity sustainable ways to use natural stone in architecture and design

Instructors

Borrowed Earth

Course Codes

Provider

Natural Stone Institute

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