Sharing skills for a truly sustainable homelife.

Common Knowledge is a non-profit social enterprise located at the gateway to the Burren, on Ireland’s beautiful Wild Atlantic Way. We share skills in building, making, mending and growing, because we believe that between us all, we have the knowledge needed to create a truly sustainable future. Based on 50 acres, our Centre is a haven for learning, exploring and connection with other people, offering serene accommodation for people and groups.

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Pascaline Ballet’s Self-Build Cabin

Pascaline Ballet’s journey to building a sustainable cabin in France began with attending Common Knowledge's Build School. Through hands-on learning, Pascaline gained the skills and confidence to bring their vision to life.

If you're ready to take on your own self-build project, Build School can help you turn your dream into reality. Read Pascaline’s story and see how Build School can support your journey.

Deirdre’s Journey to Building Her Own Home

Discover how Build School at Common Knowledge empowered Deirdre O’Sullivan to build her sustainable, timber-framed home in Co. Cork, all while saving a small fortune by taking the DIY route.

With the right skills and support, she embraced eco-friendly techniques like Shou Sugi Ban and energy-efficient systems, proving that building your own affordable, eco-conscious home is within reach when you have the right knowledge.

When Build School went to Portugal

Build School went to Portugal last week and it was a great success. Read bout how Zack Halliday and the Common Knowledge team taught a bilingual group about not only building and but ecological sustainability and connection with the land and each other.