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ACT Planning and Land Authority - ACTMAPi - ACT Government online interactive maps - Iceweasel. ACTMAPi is the ACT Government’s interactive mapping service which provides you with a convenient and fast way to search planning maps and associated information by block and section number, street address, division (suburb) or district names; and by other data sets.

ACT Planning and Land Authority - ACTMAPi - ACT Government online interactive maps - Iceweasel

You can create your own electronic maps, save the content and share with others, print hardcopies or export information, and run predefined reports at any time. ACTMAPi contains maps that require a one-off download of Microsoft Silverlight - these maps have full functionality. Maps using HTML5 are also available - these maps have greater accessibility but limited functionality compared to the Silverlight maps. New tools and functionality will be included in the HTML5 maps as they become available. To open a map directly, click one of the map links on the right of the page under 'Quick Links to Maps (Silverlight)'.

By using ACTMAPi, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of use. 5 Open Source 3D Modelling & Rendering Apps for Linux. We have discussed a lot about real world applications of 3D modelling and rendering tools like Blender before, but not really about the choice of tools itself. What are the best, free and open source, 3D modelling and rendering apps available for Linux? Let's find out. Art of Illusion is a free, open source 3D modelling and rendering application for Windows, Mac and Linux. Online repositories and a built-in downloading tool for installing extensions are some of the unique features of Art of Illusion which are not seen even in non-free, proprietary 3D modelling and rendering applications. Art of Illusion for Linux Installation Instructions. 8 Best CAD Apps for Linux.

Computer-aided design (CAD) is the use of computer technology for the process of design and design-documentation. But are there any good free CAD apps for Linux? Strangely, that is one of the questions we often receive in our mail. Open Source Solid Modeling - Iceweasel. Open source software for architects - Iceweasel. CAD is the weakest link in the open source chain for architecture. AutoCAD provides architects with efficient solutions: you can, for instance, put hundreds of doors, windows, or pillars in your plan within seconds. By contrast, in open source CAD, you have to do most of the works from zero. Current open source CAD applications are still not good at handling a mass of standardizing drawings. But if you do unique designs, or would like to develop a custom CAD solution that fits your need, open source is a good choice.

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Blender vs. SketchUp - Iceweasel. Comparison of 3D computer graphics software - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. 3D computer graphics software refers to programs used to create 3D computer-generated imagery.

Comparison of 3D computer graphics software - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel

General information[edit] This is a chart on basic comparative elements that is based on the raw software without the inclusion of additional plugins. Operating system support[edit] Features[edit] See also[edit] 3D computer graphics software - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. 3D computer graphics software produces computer-generated imagery (CGI) through 3D modeling and 3D rendering.

3D computer graphics software - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel

Classification[edit] Modeling[edit] 3D modeling software is a class of 3D computer graphics software used to produce 3D models. Individual programs of this class are called modeling applications or modelers. 3D modelers allow users to create and alter models via their 3D mesh. Rendering[edit] List of 3D computer graphics software - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. List of computer-aided design editors - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. Advanced 3D CAD software allows users to create complex 3D forms The table below provides an overview of computer-aided design (CAD) software.

List of computer-aided design editors - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel

It does not judge power, ease of use, or other user-experience aspects. The table does not include software that is still in development (beta software). For all-purpose 3D programs, see Comparison of 3D computer graphics software. CAD refers to a specific type of drawing and modeling software application that is designed for creating technical drawings for distribution electronically and on paper See also[edit] Opensource Architecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. Open-Source Architecture (OSArc) is an emerging paradigm that advocates new procedures in imagination and formation of virtual and real spaces within a universal infrastructure.

Opensource Architecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel

Drawing from references as diverse as open-source culture, avant-garde architectural theory, science fiction, language theory, and neuro-surgery, it adopts an inclusive approach as per spatial design towards a collaborative use of social software for transparent operation throughout the course of an integrated public life. Cooking is often hailed as an early form of opensource; vernacular architecture – producing recipes for everyday buildings – is another form of early lo-fi opensource culture, openly sharing and optimising technologies for building. A contemporary form of open-source vernacular is the Open Architecture Network launched by Architecture for Humanity, which replaces traditional copyright restrictions with Creative Commons licensing and allows open access to blueprints.

Underground Homes – Good or Bad? Has the idea of living in an underground home tempted you?

Underground Homes – Good or Bad?

If so, you’re part of a growing minority. More and more people, worldwide, have already or plan to build an earth-sheltered or earth-bermed home. Earth-sheltered homes usually have their tops and sides completely covered with earth, while earth-bermed homes usually have an exposed side and roof. Many underground enthusiasts join local and international organizations for support, ideas and information. Most of these enthusiasts and their groups can readily spiel off what they see as the advantages of an underground lifestyle, and, surprisingly to some, our own U.S. Advantages Conservative energy use tops just about everyone’s list. Geodesic dome concrete "under ground" basements at DuckDuckGo - Iceweasel. Domes - SycamoreTechnology - Iceweasel. Under ground housing by Mike Oehler - Iceweasel. Unique, affordable shelter you can provide for yourself Building underground with Mike Oehler’s PSP system By J.D.

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Belanger, Countryside founder and editor The biggest investment most people have is their home. A mortgage, or rent, is a major item in most budgets. Many Americans who can’t scrape together a down payment on real estate, or get a mortgage loan, feel locked out of The Good Life, and the American Dream. And according to some sources, thousands of people, even in America, have no homes at all. Most people regard these as inevitable facts of life. A few, however, are proactive. These housing pioneers have included Ken Kern, whose "Owner-Built Home" started many people on the road to mortgage-free housing in the 1970s. The Sketch Box - One man's underground home project, with underground home resources directory - Iceweasel. House Design - Iceweasel.

Site Home : Materialism : House Design This document exists to collect thoughts related to the construction of reasonably low-cost standalone houses that are well-suited to people who live alone and who would like space at home in which to be creative. Real estate in the United States has become extremely expensive. How to Build a Geodesic Dome: 9 steps - wikiHow - Iceweasel. House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel. Building that functions as a dwelling Various examples of houses throughout the world, in different styles Etymology.

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Concrete Dome Homes - Iceweasel. Quote: The domes they build near my house are almost indestructible. (so they claim) They have survived forrest fires and direct tornado strikes with almost no damage. They inflate a dome shaped balloon, called an airform. They spray a 3" thick layer of poleurethane on the inside. After a day to cure, they install rebar, electrical conduit, plumbing, and whatever else they want inside the outside walls. I'm a little fuzzy on how they form the door and window openings.

I toured the owners house. They use larger versions for gyms and schools. Build Your Own House - Home Building - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. Google Image Result for - Iceweasel. The R. Buckminster Fuller FAQ: Geodesic Domes - Iceweasel. NextPreviousContents 4. Geodesic Domes Fuller invented the Geodesic Dome in the late 1940s to demonstrate some ideas about housing and ``energetic-synergetic geometry'' which he had developed during WWII. This invention built on his two decade old quest to improve the housing of humanity.

It represents a brilliant demonstration of his synergetics principles; and in the right circumstances it could solve some of the pressing housing problems of today (a housing crisis which Fuller predicted back in 1927). 4.1 What is a geodesic dome? [From Robert T. Geodesic dome concrete basement at DuckDuckGo - Iceweasel. Building Concrete Geodesic Domes. A geodesic dome is comprised of many slightly curved triangular panels.

Building Concrete Geodesic Domes

Most geodesic domes are constructed from kits, which simplifies the construction. The beauty of geodesic domes is that they require substantially less buildings materials and yer provide a stronger finished structure than any other type of building. It is far beyond the scope of this article to offer precise construction instructions for every kit on the market, but the steps listed below should provide a summary explanation of the basic steps required for all kits. Step 1: Foundation Geodesic domes should be built on top of a concrete foundation.

Step 2: Building the Frame Before you can our the concrete dome, the individual panels must be put together. Step 3: Alignment and Frame Tightening. HOME - Geodesic Limited - Iceweasel. Aidomes.com - Domes from American Ingenuity, Inc. - Iceweasel.

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Sciencetechnology. Howto create Bootable USB Pendrive for Puppy Linux « Prakash A.S. - Iceweasel. Incognito Dishwashers - This KitchenAid Briva Dishwasher is Embedded within the Sink. Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) - Google Search - Iceweasel. Geodesic Domes & Homes in Whitehouse, Texas - Dome Structures - Iceweasel. Basement, Swimming Pool Waterproofing, Repair System, Deck, Residential / Industrial Floor Coating - Iceweasel. Iceweasel. Free Geodesic Greenhouse Plans. Rammed Earth Construction" - Iceweasel. Sedimentary rocks are formed over thousands of years, as layers of soil are carried to a settlement bed by water and compacted by each subsequent layer of sediment. Building a rammed earth home is like creating sedimentary rock but very, very quickly. The number of rammed earth construction crews is growing, but a house can also be completed by an owner without professional help.

In the days of building the Great Wall of China, people just rammed some earth and called it a day. Walls either stood the test of time, or they didn't. These days, we know more about the properties of soils. Can you go outside and just start digging? Rammed earth builder Quentin Branch estimates that he uses natural soil from the building site about 50 percent of the time [source: Branch]. While earthen mixtures can be mixed by hand, it's more common to use a tractor or a tiller. Next, about 4 inches to 6 inches (10 cm to 15 cm) of soil is shoveled into the form at a time [source: Easton]. Natural Building Colloquium - Iceweasel. How Rammed Earth Homes Work" - Iceweasel. Jaimie Mantzel's Giant Robot Project. Rammed-earth home at DuckDuckGo - Iceweasel. Welcome to the Miller Dome - Iceweasel. Eco-Dome Gallery - Cal-Earth Photo Galleries - Iceweasel. I want to build a Monolithic dome home! (I think) - house construction colorado.

Bill Lishman's Underground Dome Home : TreeHugger - Iceweasel. All images from William Lishman Readers may remember Fly Away Home, the film starring Jeff Daniels and Anna Paquin that was based on William Lishman's flights with birds. The script stuck pretty close to Lishman's life, and even included the round pop-up refrigerator in his kitchen. Earth sheltered concrete dome home - YouTube - Iceweasel. Domes For Sale - Iceweasel. A beautiful classic dome home on 25.5 acres in the Texas Hill Country for sale by owner.

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Surrounded by huge native live oaks and cedars, the home offers quiet country living just minutes away from San Antonio. Enjoy peaceful walks along wide paths throughout the wooded portions of the property, which is home to an abundance of wildlife, including deer, raccoons, rabbits, armadillos, and numerous kinds of birds. The home has three bedrooms and three full bathrooms, a huge open dining and living area, and a spacious all-electric kitchen with lots of cabinets.

The oversized double garage is attached to the dome by a connecting utility room and sun room, which opens to a covered backyard deck. Large double-paned custom windows and three large triangular skylights provide open views to native landscaping outside and plant-loving light inside. Place: Spring Branch, Texas Price: $610,000. Geodesic Dome Home. Geodesic Dome Home Kit. If you've ever dreamed of building your own inexpensive, environmentally friendly home, a geodesic dome home kit might be the right approach for you. How Geodesic Domes Work" Geodesic Domes for sale - Dome & cover design, rental & delivery in Spain, UK & Europe at Geodesic Buildings the geodesic dome specialist. GEODESIC DOME HOMES. Compiled by Dee Finney. Concrete Geodesic Dome House... is this as awesome at it seems? From Geodesic to Monolithic Domes. Inspiration While attending high school in Idaho back in the 1950s, I attended a lecture given by Buckminster Fuller.

He was promoting his Geodesic Dome. I was instantly fascinated with the concept of a building which, because of its shape, would cover more area with less materials than any other structure. For many years I worked on Geodesic Domes, but I found they wasted too much material and could not be built big enough for what I wanted. I didn’t foresee just building domes; I envisioned building huge domes. Dallas Custom Home Builders - Iceweasel. Build, design a house. Daryl_74 wrote Earthship Biotecture... I met M. Reynolds, the designer and inventor of earthships, a few days ago on the streets of Amsterdam. It was a chance encounter. I expressed interest in building an earthship, and his wife mentioned the website. I applied. Dome Homes and Communities. UNetbootin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Iceweasel.

Geodesic dome. How reinforced concrete works: a simple introduction. Download Geodesic Dome Greenhouse - Part 6 - Concrete Block Walls video at savevid.com. Dome Homes « EcoBusinessLinks. Concrete Dome Homes Are As Green As It Gets - Meet Mr Concrete. Bruco, the Texas Italian Caterpillar Concrete Dome. Raymesa. The Geodesic Earthworks Kit... Concrete Dome - Web - CoolChaser. Neo Geo: geodesic construction in contemporary architecture. Geodesic dome - Who or What is Geodesic dome? Find out more. Free Building Plans for Everyone. Links. House Plan Definitions - House Plans - House Floor Plans, Home Plans, Floor Plans, houseplans, homeplans - Iceweasel. 22 Ft. Geodesic Dome - ECO Cottage Dome Kit - Steel and Cement - AiDomes - Iceweasel. FAQ - Iceweasel. Domebuilder's Blues - Iceweasel. How Buildings Learn - Google Search - Iceweasel. William Lishman Underground Achitecture - Iceweasel. Deep underground building (green building forum at permies) - Iceweasel.

Geodesic concrete dome homes, realistic housing alternative or tinfoil hat territory? - NASIOC - Iceweasel. Different dome construction techniques - Iceweasel. Concrete Geodesic Dome House... is this as awesome at it seems? - Iceweasel. Building Your Dome - Iceweasel. Inhabitat - Sustainable Design Innovation, Eco Architecture, Green Building - Iceweasel. Monolithic dome - the ultimate survival structure - Survivalist Forum - Iceweasel. Dome Homes - Iceweasel. Pixels or Atoms ? » Modeling without blueprints, from pictures - Iceweasel.

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