Workshop: Hanfkalk als Baustoff der Zukunft

In this free workshop at the Frachthalle in the Urban Tech Republic—currently under construction at the former Tegel Airport—participants will learn about hemp-lime, an innovative building material, and create their own test specimens during the hands-on portion of the workshop. Organized by the startup Durahemp, a resident of the Urban Tech Republic, the workshop covers the basics of hemp cultivation, circularity, and sustainable construction, and provides an opportunity for discussion and questions. Materials and molds will be provided; no prior knowledge is required.

Program:

• 10:00 – 10:15 a.m. – Welcome by DuraHemp with an introduction

• 10:15 – 11:00 a.m. – Hemp lime theory, introduction, basics of hemp cultivation, safety instructions for handling lime, and instructions for the hands-on session.

• 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Hands-on session: Making hemp lime test specimens by hand, using pigments if desired, discussion, questions, etc.

This workshop will take place as part of Open Monument Day 2026 at the Frachthalle in the Urban Tech Republic.

Registrationis requested.