DESCRIPTION

The Paludi Malchin Summer School offers students a unique opportunity to engage with bioregional design and sustainable construction practices in the context of peatland restoration. Organized by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in collaboration with RWTH Aachen University, Wasserzweckverband Malchin-Stavenhagen, Thünen-Institut, Greifswald Moor Zentrum and the Moortheater, the summer school brings together a diverse group of participants to explore innovative material applications and ecological building approaches.

PROGRAM & ACTIVITIES

Participants will be introduced to the site and key stakeholders before engaging in a series of hands-on workshops, excursions, and discussions. Over the course of the week, they will collaboratively construct a Paludi Pavilion using regional moor wood and timber connections, clad it with peatland-derived building materials, and design its surrounding landscape. The program will also include presentations by experts, evening talks, and a final exhibition showcasing the outcomes of the summer school. Accommodation will be arranged with local partners, including farm stays and camping options, and meals will be provided through regional catering solutions.

DATES & LOCATION

May 25 – May 30, 2025
Wasserwerk der Zukunft, Malchin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

FRAMEWORK BY

Prof. Niklas Fanelsa