Abstract: A method for laying a foundation that includes the following steps (a) digging a foundation trench (2), (b) pouring concrete (4) into the foundation trench to a first level (6); (c) allowing the concrete to partially cure to a predetermined state; (d) pressing blocks (10) into the concrete to a desired level equal to the desired finish height (11) of the foundation; (e) filling the blocks with sufficient concrete (13) to complete the foundation; where the predetermined state of the partially cured concrete is such that the partially cured concrete allows the blocks to be pressed into the surface of the concrete without risk of sinking further.