Time4Clay&Lime Recap: Project Partner Meeting at the Kartause Mauerbach, April 28 & 29, 2026

On April 28 and 29, the project partners of the EU project Time4Clay&Lime gathered at a very special location: the Mauerbach Charterhouse near Vienna. Amid historic surroundings, in-depth technical discussions, and good coffee, the focus was entirely on clay, lime, and future-oriented skills.

The historic surroundings provided the perfect setting for a project that combines traditional materials with the latest standards in modern residential construction. This is because clay and lime coatings are becoming increasingly popular: they offer natural finishes, a comfortable indoor climate, and sustainable design options.

The meeting focused on the results of the needs assessment conducted to date and the next steps in the project. The partners discussed what qualifications professionals will need in the future to apply clay and lime coatings in a professional, modern, and quality-assured manner.

A key focus was on the development of new modular continuing education programs. These programs are designed to be practice-oriented and take into account both technical expertise and current requirements regarding sustainable materials, construction techniques, and quality assurance. In addition, digital learning resources, open educational resources, and a train-the-trainer concept were discussed.

The issue of certification also played a key role. The goal is to design learning outcomes, assessment procedures, and micro-credentials in such a way that competencies in the field of clay and lime coatings are transparent and compatible across Europe.

On the second day, the agenda focused on public relations, dissemination, quality monitoring, and project management. The group also began looking ahead: the next consortium meeting is scheduled for fall 2026 in Hungary.

Two intensive days in Mauerbach have demonstrated the immense potential of combining traditional knowledge of materials with modern vocational training. Time4Clay&Lime is thus making an important contribution to the future of natural clay and lime coatings in modern residential construction.