--- title: "Empowering Women Masons: Sustainable Construction by Masons Ink" description: "Discover the inspiring work of Masons Ink’s all-women masonry team. From sustainable mud construction to hands-on workshops, we are building better futures in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/masonsinkarchitecture/sustainable-construction-workshops-training/building-futures-our-all-women-mason-team last_updated: 2025-09-04 --- # Building Futures: Our All-Women Mason Team Tribe Verified · Empowering Bengaluru's all-women masonry workforce. By [Masons Ink](https://mytribe.in/masonsinkarchitecture) · Workshops hosted across Bengaluru & Kochi · ₹3,500 per person (estimate) Part of [Sustainable Construction Workshops & Training](https://mytribe.in/masonsinkarchitecture/sustainable-construction-workshops-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/masonsinkarchitecture/sustainable-construction-workshops-training/gallery) We believe nothing is impossible when you have the will. Meet our all-women masonry team in Bengaluru, breaking barriers one brick at a time while building sustainable, earth-friendly homes. ## Photos and videos - ![Our team of women masons working together to build an earthbag wall. This image captures the collaboration and skill-building that is central to our training programs for women in construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f164c49-889a-453b-957a-fa1629ff0506) - [Video: Celebrating the women who are changing the face of architecture and construction. This video shows our team members getting hands-on with everything from plastering to operating machinery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb7113ac-0fb8-48ec-b34f-a5a42bd5ef26) - ![Two of our skilled masons applying daub to a bamboo wattle wall. Through our training, these women master sustainable building practices, gaining confidence and creating positive change in their communities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd661e97-4983-4570-8978-75bda80f6292) - [Video: A look inside our "Claystorming" workshop, designed specifically for our women masons. Here, they explore the properties of mud and create small models, connecting with the material on a deeper level.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0335b4be-5dbb-405f-a607-89a35d587add) - ![A collage showing the grit and grace of our women masons at the Cheerville project. From plastering walls to quiet moments of focus, their hard work brings our sustainable designs to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74b46a64-ba64-42b7-a1d6-4ff334b379fe) - ![Women learning to make compressed stabilized earth bricks (CSEB) by hand. Our workshops focus on practical, transferable skills that empower women to use local materials for building.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3270efe3-d73d-4cb3-95c6-6bbc6d2f8004) - ![A woman mason skillfully catches a brick on site. This action shot showcases the strength and coordination developed through daily work and training in construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10fe9421-3732-47b4-a829-870cc9552e35) - ![A mason stands on a ladder, carefully applying a finish to the arched entrance of a mud structure. Her focus and craftsmanship are evident in every detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad0191ab-0791-4adb-bdd0-d36eb5a7ae1d) - ![A portrait of one of the proud women masons on our team, with the natural walls she helped build in the background. Her smile reflects the confidence gained through her work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06c3bbb1-12e3-4dfa-a1f1-8c8f5d1136bf) - ![A woman carries a basin of mud on her head, a common sight on a natural building site. This image represents the hard work and determination of the women we work with.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2dd235fb-8fb2-4401-8688-e5e043147c33) - ![A wide shot of the bustling construction site at Cheerville. It shows our women masons engaged in various tasks, highlighting the active and collaborative environment of our projects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47c4f4d7-f3ca-42f6-8cea-f4e4b56f3522) - ![A collage capturing the joy and teamwork of our women masons. Whether mixing materials or applying finishes, their smiles show the pride they take in their work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66c79a83-91c3-4403-ad8b-97d465d83c81) - ![A woman mason preparing bamboo strips for a wattle and daub wall. This image highlights the use of traditional tools and techniques passed on through our training programs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbba6420-6cd4-4ce5-a5cd-c9331bc4c799) - ![Our team takes a well-deserved break together against a newly built gabion wall. These moments of community are just as important as the work itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e3fd63c-89ca-4a74-93ed-a575d1e9e1b1) - ![Teamwork in action as our crew works on a brick structure. Our projects are a collaborative effort, where everyone learns from each other.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48bd49e9-2f84-4982-9c7e-01eef8f4a24d) - ![A view from below as women masons work on the upper layers of an earthbag dome. This perspective emphasizes the impressive scale of the structure they are creating.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea1fba71-9bbd-413b-a703-4369ecd17a1a) - ![A team of women applying the final plaster coat to an earthen wall. This shows the finishing stages of a natural building project, where attention to detail is key.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38fe4e78-8c2e-4fcc-9b74-096139d7364c) - ![A mason applies mud plaster to a woven bamboo wall. This is a core skill in our wattle and daub training, combining natural materials to create durable structures.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c7a6cd7-6238-4ce3-ac77-58888ba0a729) - ![Women constructing a curved earthbag wall, a technique that allows for creative and organic forms in building. The colorful bags are made from upcycled onion sacks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48c1c899-2e43-4f5d-86ff-01821f845205) - ![Portrait of Rupa, one of our most enthusiastic women masons, standing proudly in front of a wooden door set in an earthen wall she helped build.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/588d029c-93d5-4ae3-9379-df283065c9a3) - ![Portrait of Saroja, a quiet and steady woman mason, against a textured Thappi plaster wall. Her work speaks volumes about her skill and dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29f632df-5395-414d-8922-92e94de34921) - ![Portrait of Yentalakshmi, a fierce and bold mason on our team, sitting against a textured wall, showcasing the strength and determination she brings to every project.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7638e6b6-f1a0-4ba8-bbeb-e6862ec04c8f) - ![Portrait of Nagina, a patient and wise woman mason, in front of a colorful bottle wall. Her careful work is essential to creating these beautiful, functional features.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55caab03-9f78-4f9a-93eb-cffdb87256f5) - ![A "Caution: Women at Work" sign at our exhibition space. This sign playfully and powerfully asserts the presence and importance of women in the construction field.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e08b265f-8564-4570-bd09-8981b91d451d) - ![Another view of our "Women at Work" sign at the IAADB exhibition, with our team setting up in the background, reinforcing our core mission.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb95fc11-ff19-4732-8a88-4354b1444a41) - ![A "Women at Work" sign with a hard hat hanging nearby, symbolizing the professional and safety-conscious environment we foster for our all-women teams.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc173f58-618e-4551-b687-08957833bcdb) - ![The "Women at Work" sign stands prominently in our exhibition hall, a proud declaration of our commitment to empowering women in architecture and construction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed71e2b5-4aa7-4933-9567-aeb5d318b458) ## About Building Futures: Our All-Women Mason Team Building with mud, lime, and bamboo requires a specific kind of strength that our women masons master daily on our active construction sites. They are not just laborers; they are skilled leaders who manage site logistics, operate pneumatic rammers, and execute complex structural designs. If you are curious about how our crew handles everything from bamboo wattle and daub to structural earthbag domes, chat with us to learn how we train them to take the lead. Representation matters in architecture. While women make up 60% of architecture students in India, they hold only a fraction of practicing roles. At Masons Ink, we are changing that by actively training women to become master masons. ### More Than Just Construction We treat our sites as classrooms. Whether it is our studio workshops in Ashok Nagar or active projects like the 100% cement-free Cheerville Farmhouse, our team is hands-on. We move beyond theory to teach practical skills like: - Structural Rammed Earth and Earthbag techniques - Moroccan Tadelakt and Rajasthani Thappi plastering - Bamboo wattle and daub construction ### Building Community Our philosophy is rooted in the Tamil saying, 'Pengalaala mudiyaadhadhu edhuvum illai' (There is nothing women can't do). We focus on empowering women to transition from helpers to site leaders. When you work with us, you are not just getting a building; you are supporting a team that values fair wages, leadership, and traditional, sustainable building methods that have been reimagined for modern homes. ### Join Our Impact We invite architects, students, and DIY enthusiasts to see this process firsthand. By participating in our onsite structural training or finishes workshops, you contribute to a circular, inclusive construction ecosystem. We keep our methods transparent, the worksite accessible, and the learning rigorous. ## About Masons Ink We are Masons Ink, a Bengaluru-based studio that believes a home should breathe and a team should be empowered. We don't just design buildings; we actively challenge gender disparity by training women to lead construction projects. From our studio in Ashok Nagar to our off-grid projects like Cheerville, we’re building with heart, mud, and a bit of stubbornness. 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