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New and Improved FAQ page!

Monday, April 29th, 2013

Over at DomeGuys International we have beefed up our FAQ page to be more complete.  Check it out; we have an Eco living FAQ and an Event Dome FAQ.  We have been working hard to make sure you can find all the answers you need about buying, building, and maintaining a geodesic dome.

Now you can learn even more about your future dome purchases.  But as always to not hesitate to contact us with any additional questions you have.  Someone at DomeGuys International is always here to help you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

What does geodesic mean?

Give up?

 

Geodesic refers to the shortest possible line between two points on a sphere or other curved surface.  It comes from a Latin root that means, “earth dividing”.

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5 Reasons to Buy a Geodesic Home Dome

Monday, May 2nd, 2011

 

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Home Dome

  1. Geodesic home domes are quick to construct. Even a very large dome – say, 60’ in diameter – can be constructed in a matter of a few days. They are deconstructed in half the time, and when disassembled are compact enough to fit into the back of a pickup truck.
  2. Geodesic home domes are built to last and designed to handle hurricane-force winds, large earthquakes and heavy snowstorms. A living dome is a very safe place to be in the case of a natural disaster. The frame can be custom engineered to meet the specific requirements of your local planning department.
  3. Geodesic home domes are durable. The open-air theater in Elpse, Germany is made of the same architectural fabric commonly used in dome construction today, and has been up since the 70’s. The geodesic dome is said to be the strongest, most economical lightweight structure in the world.
  4. Home domes are less expensive than standard homes. Dome construction requires very few building materials, and fewer materials translates to lower building costs. Additionally, energy costs stay low due to the curved interior which allows for optimal air circulation.
  5. The geodesic dome cover can be made to fit your unique personality.The cover is literally a blank canvas which can be designed to discreetly blend in to the background, or to be a stand out, personalized statement. At no additional cost you can incorporate windows and skylights into the design, to bring the outdoors into your living room.

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Living in a Geodesic Dome Home- Video & Interview

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

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Check out this youtube video of an interview with a geodesic dome home owner:   30\’ Living Dome Home

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Living in an Eco-Friendly Geodesic Dome Home

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011

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A 30' geodesic dome without the cover


Question: Can geodesic domes be used as homes?

Answer: Absolutely! Geodesic Domes make wonderful homes. Our domes can be outfitted with interior walls and floors, plumbing, electric, heating and cooling. If you can do it in a regular house, chances are you can do it in a geodesic dome home.

Question: Are geodesic dome homes eco-friendly?

Answer: YES! The circular shape of a geodesic dome allows for better air-flow which helps to reduce the amount of energy needed to heat and cool a rectangular area. Additionally, our domes can be equipped with various alternative energy sources. A low voltage wiring system can be installed and supplied with any alternative power source- wind, solar, or hydro-electric generators.

Geodesic domes are a strong and efficient structure. They combine maximum strength and minimal construction materials. Our materials can be recycled and have a long-life. Domes are a high-quality product at a competitive price, and can last up to 20 years. Replacement roofing on standard homes will generally cost $5,000 or more every ten years or more. The domes create the roof and walls, versus the installation on a standard home.

We provide the dome frame and cover, however, we are always available to help guide clients through the process of turning their dome into a home.

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Disaster Relief for Japan, Geodesic Domes by DomeGuys International

Friday, March 18th, 2011

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20' Haiti Disaster Relief Geodesic Dome

The recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan was devastating and our hearts go out to our neighbors there. We would like to do what we can to help. We are offering greatly reduced prices on disaster relief shelter domes for use in Japan as our contribution to relief efforts. Domes make excellent temporary housing for disaster relief. They are lightweight, portable, versatile, strong and easy to construct. Our 20′, 24′ and 30′ domes can be built without heavy equipment or power, and provide 300-700 square feet of indoor space. These shelters can be used to meet the high need for housing, medical facilities, kitchens, orphanages, birthing centers, and more. They  can also be dismantled, re-constructed and moved as needed.

Due to the nature of their construction, these disaster relief shelter domes require minimal materials that are greatly condensed for shipping and offer maximum strength once erected. Our domes stand up to earthquakes, hurricane-force winds, are very resilient and offer a safe multi-use structure that will only take 4-6 hours to assemble. Our frames have been independently tested and all covers are fire retardant, offer a 15-20 year life expectancy, and are UV protected.

Please help us help our neighbors in Japan to recover and rebuild.

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