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All-Season Dome Home Design by No Rules Just Architecture

Posted: 05 Aug 2013 10:00 AM PDT

Geodesic dome homes are nothing new, but few can boast being both as robust and attractive as this proposal by NRJA. It boasts cheap but strong materials and prefabricated parts for quick construction in remote locations.

Unlike its (albeit more portable) traditional cousins, the DOM (E) is designed to be a fully-functional house with all the rooms, appliances and amenities one would expect from conventional construction, but the cost savings and structural durability that geodesic building techniques provide.

Its panel-based system allow for selective fenestration and other forms of simple modular customization. From its creators: “DOM (E) is perfect for those who value unconventional space, easily foldable, durable environmentally friendly use of materials and construction, with lower costs compared to traditional construction and rational use of natural energy supply.”

About its construction: “The construction: self supporting internal structure provides resistance to external influences – glued laminated timber with metal mounts, 200mm insulation, exterior finish – 9mm fiber concrete slab, covered with liquid rubber, interior decoration – birch plywood. Pre-prepared foundation insulation around the perimeter. Frame and filling – on-site prefabricated.”