DIY Earthbag Dome Home
This interesting structure is an earthbag dome. Earthbags, sometimes called sandbags, were originally used by the military as protective shelters, or for flood control. The concept is also applied for creating housing. The strong walls are able to resist harsh weather, they’re fully fireproof, and they can withstand natural calamities like earthquakes, cyclones and even […]
How to build your own mongolian yurt
Many of us have a fascination with yurts. Maybe it comes from all those tales of Genghis Khan we’ve read! Yurts have a kind of mystical quality in the same way as the tales do. Of course, Genghis Khan and his direct descendants created one of history’s greatest empires. They did it by travelling at extraordinary […]
Tiny House Camper
Ever wanted to have a camper trailer? How about an absolutely unique one? One that doesn’t need any setup when you get to your favorite camping spot. Your solution, your own tiny house on wheels, is just a few weekends away! Make it a little larger and you might just want to get rid of […]
The Tiny House Opportunity
The tiny house movement is gaining a lot of traction in the USA, Canada and Australia. The size of the average home and the consequent deposit gap are major factors. While the following infographic is clearly USA-centric, the message and meaning are just as relevant to every aspiring home-owner, regardless of domicile. Click to Enlarge […]