$10,000 Monolithic Dome Ecoshells for Basic Permanent Shelter and Infrastructure. Ad Support : Nano TechnologyNetbook Technology News Computer Software An EcoShell with a diameter of 6 meters (19.69’) and a living area of 28 square meters or 8 pings or 305 square feet.
That 6-meter dome is needed in the developing world by the tens of thousands – really millions. The United Nations, years ago, found that a family of eight needs a home of just 28 square meters. (H/T to reader Trkiehl) A few good workers can build an EcoShell in three to five days. The basalt reinforcing (basalt rebar is now produced by several countries) weighs 1/11th as much as steel, but is stronger and – most importantly – will not rust. Energy required to heat or cool a Monolithic Dome is generally 1/4 to not more than 50% of any conventional building.
A little village using 6-meter domes would cost about $10,000 per dome, including the infrastructure to handle the dome. The basic unit is a concrete floor with a 6-meter diameter. Supporting Advertising Thank You. View topic - basalt vs steel; cost effective. Most of us have by now heard about basalt rebar; stronger, lighter, does not rust.
Its advantages for Eco-shells 1 or II are obvious and well presented by videos on the website. I believe there are cost savings to be had using rock rebar on MD's as well. Basalt bar comes in rolls of 200 meters, or 650 feet. So a 78 foot piece for the arch in a 50 ft dome can be rolled off in one piece, cut and installed in the slab in just a few moments. No welding, no tieing pieces of 20 ft steel together in splices, no bending of steel to make a shape. Since labor is by far the biggest cost, the savings here far outweigh the extra cost of the basalt bar. So basalt bar installs much easier and quicker, saving labor. All – Monolithic Marketplace. $10,000 Monolithic Dome Ecoshells for Basic Permanent Shelter and Infrastructure. House Design. There are many aspects to house design, or architecture to give it the more usual term.
Picking a style you like is one aspect, but it's also necessary to come up with something that fits your everyday needs without introducing friction into your life. It is also necessary to negotiate and compromise with other family members so that everyone is happy. It is often said that a big reason to hire an architect is that they act as an independent referee between spouces. Personally I would encourage you to be your own architect because house design is too important to be subcontracted to a third party.
Style Opinions vary, but I think what works best is to start by picking the house style you want. Of course all the house designs I like root back to the building that started it all - The Parthenon in Athens Greece. It is important to follow the style and dimension rules associated with classical architecture. Functionality you want Square footage Figure out the rooms you want Increment many times. 110' x 45' Surplus Sandstone Airform - 28 oz. – Monolithic Marketplace. Chuck Peters Monolithic Dome Home.