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Styrofoam dome homes

08 Aug 2008

Styrofoam dome houses at Aso Farm Land (Photo by: Erika Snyder)

While styrofoam may be most commonly associated with disposable coffee cups, meat trays and packaging, prefabhome manufacturer Japan Dome House Co., Ltd. uses it to construct easy-to-assemble modular kit homes.

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Dubbed the "habitat for the 21st century," the Dome House is an igloo-shaped structure built from snap-together wallsections made of 100% expanded polystyrene foam (styrofoam). It might seem like an odd choice of material for ahouse, but the company lists a number of advantages that styrofoam has over traditional materials. Unlike wood andmetal structures, for example, the styrofoam Dome House does not rust, rot or attract termites. It is also highly resistantto earthquakes and typhoons. In addition, the walls, which are treated with a flame retardant, emit no toxic fumes in afire.

Dome House interior

The styrofoam used in the Dome House's 175-millimeter (7 in) thick walls is significantly denser and stronger thanordinary packing foam. The material has excellent thermal insulation properties, resulting in higher energy efficiencyand lower heating and cooling costs.

Construction of the Dome House shell is quick and easy. The prefabricated pieces, which each weigh about 80

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kilograms (175 lbs), can be carried by 2 or 3 people and assembled in a few hours. Once the shell is put together, coatsof mortar and paint are applied for further protection from the elements. (Watch a short video of the assembly process.)

Measuring 7.7 meters (25 ft) wide and 3.85 meters (13 ft) tall, the basic Dome House has a floor space of 44.2 squaremeters (475 sq ft). It is possible to construct larger, elongated domes by adding more pieces, and joint units allowmultiple domes to be connected into a single structure.

Dome Houses, which are approved by Japan's Land and Transport Ministry, can be erected anywhere in Japan with theproper permit. According to the manufacturer, the versatile structures are suitable for use as hotel rooms, restaurants,freezer rooms, or even as hog farms.

The Aso Farm Land resort village in Kyushu uses about 480 styrofoam domes as lodging, recreational facilities andretail shops.

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Aso Farm Land

The Dome House can also be used as a bar, karaoke room, steam room, and more.

Styrofoam dome bar

Mushroom House karaoke room at Suijin-no-mori hot spring (Oita prefecture)

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Styrofoam dome steam room

Whether or not this type of home is truly "perfect for the modern age" as the company suggests, the price is right.Dome House kits start at around 3 million yen (under $30,000), which does not include the cost of transport, assembly,interior construction, etc.

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Jay

2008.08.08 ::: 21:56 #

And to break in, all you need to a big bottle of acteone to melt a hole in the wall.

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roger hunt

2010.02.14 ::: 09:05 #

House is plastered after it is built is what I see in the details

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bill

2011.01.31 ::: 18:47 #

It's amazing how so many people can't even type one sentence and get it right.

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Paul

2011.03.08 ::: 03:43 #

It's amazing how many people notice the smallest things about other people!!!!!!!!!Bored i guess

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Moses L.

2011.03.08 ::: 03:17 #

I'm more than certain that these people designed the material so that it is not so easy to destroy orpenetrate. I'm sure they aren't that obtuse, as you're assuming.

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Dave

2011.12.16 ::: 11:54 #

Breaking a window with a hammer would be about a hundred times faster.

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c23

2008.08.08 ::: 23:28 #

It's not quite right to call it a styrofoam house - it's made of "expanded polystyrene," the difference being thatthey didn't blow as many bubbles in it, so it's stronger and heavier than styrofoam. But they make no mention ofwhat happens if a kid throws a rock at these houses.

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Jane

2009.09.19 ::: 08:35 #

Kids in Japaan don't throw rocks at houses - get real !

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Bobby

2010.04.30 ::: 03:38 #

Hey hey, Hey! Wait a sec there tubby. Are you being racist?? Every little boy has a right to chuck arock. Even if they are Japanese!! And anyways which kid would be able to resist not to take down astupid house made of foam. I would love to hear your reply TUBBY!

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bobby

2010.11.13 ::: 12:53 #

Yet... Japanese still don't throw rocks at the houses, no matter kids or adults, they wereactually raised and "brought up", nothing an average american would understand. I actuallyspent my 20 years of my life in Brooklyn NY and you know what?! concrete, many door locksand security systems DO NOT STOP A THIEF FROM GETTIN IN! ... and many of them arekids!!!

Signed: one Russian

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2008.08.08 ::: 23:46 #

so....even if the perfect construction material can be used that's cheaper, more natural disaster resistant andeco-friendly, it's rejected because people behave like barbarians and kids are unmannered?

i think it's easier to improve social behaviors than to stop a typhoon, in most cases.

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dale

2009.06.22 ::: 00:18 #

true, Oh! how true and sad

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StCredZero

2009.08.03 ::: 23:32 #

On outer shell of Duracrete stucco, and rocks aren't an issue.

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sharon s.

2010.01.21 ::: 00:27 #

how to get in touch with ? Anyone over here (US) doing this?"outer shell of Duracrete stucco is brilliant- someone contact me about this, [email protected] :)

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Nathan

2010.01.30 ::: 22:58 #

Hi Sharon I have been working on building styrofoam homes Email me Iam in Clearwater Fl.Looking to go to hati to help out and build Reg looking houseing poeple like them better. Withstrofoam you can have the look you want it is cut by a coumptor there is no waste.I have avideo I can email youThankNathan o

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sal

2010.02.06 ::: 00:25 #

hi, here in central america wich is pretty close to us,we have the machine for tahattechnology, and other construction alternative with same material if anyone interest inthe distribution of the dome in us we can do it if some requirements are met. thank youplease contact if need help

Mccottern

2010.02.18 ::: 17:46 #

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Very interested in your system. When will you go to Haiti? Are you doing anydevelopments in Florida? Anywhere Else?

Thanks for timely response.

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Samjane Bullock

2010.02.27 ::: 11:38 #

Hi Nathan,Very interested in these Syrofoam dome homes. Have you already left for Haiti? We aworking on a volunteer infrastructure in PAP. Would like to see the video could youemail it to me pls..

mustafa

2010.03.20 ::: 17:14 #

Hi Nathan,

I am interested in styrofoam homes can you send your video to my mail [email protected]

Hugh

2010.03.23 ::: 04:53 #

Please e-mail video, Thank you

Christa

2010.03.31 ::: 03:53 #

Hi so I'm doing a project for my carpentry class and I was wondering if you would beable to send me a link to the video as well it would give me a heads up on the project :)and if you also have a copy of the blue prints because i can not seem to find any.Thanks a lotChrista

Lynn

2010.07.14 ::: 07:45 #

Hi nathan, I am also interested in the styrofoam homes, can you send me information onit as well.

J.

2010.11.10 ::: 09:34 #

provide your contact info, I am in Brandon area and am interested in a 2nd home...havebeen aware of SIP type homes for decades (starting in Ok in the 80's).... they have stoodthe test

Bluecreek

2010.11.11 ::: 19:45 #

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Hello Nathan or anyone I'm interested in getting any information about yours oranyone's Styrofoam housing that you might have and your video.

Also interested in any information you have regarding helping out in Haiti, what's goingon and who is in charge.

Does anyone know how they get the plaster to stick to the Styrofoam?

Bluecreek

2010.11.11 ::: 19:48 #

Sent to me at [email protected]

Kelly

2010.11.23 ::: 11:21 #

I would love more info on the EPS buildings you manufacture.Thanks

Dennis

2010.12.13 ::: 07:20 #

I would like to see your video of the styrofoam building asap. Thanks

P.Cranor

2010.12.30 ::: 17:27 #

Would these dome house work in extremely cold weather? We are looking to build aretirement home in Alaska. Would love the video if at all possible.Best Regards

Dana Tucker

2011.04.26 ::: 02:48 #

I have been interested in these homes for about 20 yrs. & have inquired numeroustimes, but was told that they aren't allowed in the US. I don't care if I appear to live inTellitubby land, I really dig the look. I am a tree hugger in a world that isn't. Please getme any info you can!!! Thanks so much!! DANA

Greg Wiley

2011.05.10 ::: 10:28 #

I`m very interested also in the styrafoam building. I would like any info anyone cansend me

Greg Wiley

2011.05.15 ::: 07:14 #

I would like info too ,Nathan

jose maria

2011.10.18 ::: 20:45 #

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hola estoy super interesado en esas casas me podias informar como se compran donde sihay algun sitio en españa?

Dianne Glor

2010.02.16 ::: 11:49 #

Were you ever able to build this house in the U.S. and what kind of difficulties did youexperience getting a building permit. What did you use on the interior for a wall covering andare you able to hang pictures on the walls? Did the kit also include the foundation?

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WalkingBear

2010.07.29 ::: 03:32 #

Hello Dianne,

Did you ever get an answer?I'd be interested.

WalkingBear

Josh b

2011.01.02 ::: 01:47 #

American ingenuity domes are made in Florida. The structure goes up in a similar fashion butthe panels are 3/4" concrete, steel mesh, then 7 inches of foam. No little kids rock is gonnadamage the finished product.

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sharon s.

2010.01.21 ::: 00:29 #

Sounds like you know what you're doing- suggestion is brilliant- contact with [email protected]

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Tamara Scheidecker

2010.03.31 ::: 08:43 #

I want one !!!! How can I get one ? What is the cost?

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Jane

2009.09.19 ::: 08:36 #

Definately not - easier to stop typhoon

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desiree

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2008.08.08 ::: 23:55 #

aesthetically they are amazing and beautiful, but i can't say i wouldn't be worried about their integrity. i'm anervous nellie when it comes to my nest.

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Suesieq

2010.02.28 ::: 00:22 #

$30,000 before finishing for that sized space is overly pricey. I can be wierd for free. I would be lessworried about their integrity than about their appearance which is niche, to be kind. The design looks likethat unless the material itself falls apart after exposure to UV rays or extreme temperatures, it has greaterintegrity than a convential house.

A picture of one of these with an igloo doghouse outside of it would be funny.

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sod

2008.08.09 ::: 00:04 #

there have been house's made in the same way in the uk about 5 years ago with the styrofoam sandwichedbetween two sheet's of ply. you can make whole 5 meter long walls of the stuff that are put up in minutes.

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fnd

2011.08.04 ::: 12:16 #

EPS is the company name. $28,000 for 3 bedroom 1400 sq. foot house with garage. plus $20k to build it Isuppose.These are probly way cheaper

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sod

2008.08.09 ::: 00:05 #

now i think of it

hobbits!!!!!!!

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tornadoes28

2008.08.09 ::: 00:06 #

Cats will love to scratch their claws on these things.

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Dan

2008.08.09 ::: 01:09 #

We've had the same type of Domes here in Davis California since 1972. They're kind of cool, but 40 years of

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people living in them, modifying them without showering has made them smell bad.

I would like to see more stuff like this. They clearly last.

http://daviswiki.org/The_Domes

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buratto

2008.08.09 ::: 04:05 #

Wow! This is an awesome example of modern architecture ̂ .̂ It indeed seems perfect to me. I mean the price isthat of an average car, right? The assembly takes a very short time, and they can be connected to!

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Riley

2008.08.09 ::: 08:15 #

I probably wouldn't buy one, but housing shortages could use 'em. And it might only take a few hours to put upthe styrofoam shell, but you still have to furnish. All that woodwork and stuff in the third picture probably tookmore than a few hours total.

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Edgar

2008.08.09 ::: 13:05 #

A bottle of acetone will not put a hole in the walls because they coat both sides with plaster or concrete afterthey are assembled.

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Colin

2009.06.25 ::: 01:42 #

Your's is the only comment that makes sense and is not flippant. ESP (Expanded polystyrene foam(styrofoam). also can be reinforced with wire mesh, rendered on the exterior with a cement gravel mixtureand painted with various polymer resin paints. How secure is that? Forget about kids throwing rocks at itor some twisted mind thinking to pour acetone on a ESP dome house.

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FutureEngineer

2008.08.09 ::: 19:54 #

Well that's cool... if you want to live like a hobbit in hobbit-town,

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PAMELAC

2010.03.10 ::: 14:27 #

HOBBIT IN HOBBITOWN? REALLY, HOW ABOUT ROBOT IN BOX TOWNS ALL OVER THISWORLD, WHERE ALL THE LITTLE PEOPLE ARE CRAMMED INTO ALL THE SAME LITTLEHOUSES (THE HOUSES ARE JUST ANGLED DIFFERENTLY & PAINTED VERRY VERRY

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SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT) AT LEAST THESE DOME HOMES HAVE SOMETHING GOING FORTHEM, THEY'RE A WHOLE LOT SAFER WHEN IT COMES TO WITHSTANDING MOTHERNATURE

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aussie

2008.08.09 ::: 22:57 #

would be great to have for the older kids to stay in..and cheap as wellif i had the room i would get one for my teenager

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SIP guy

2008.08.10 ::: 04:35 #

Seems like a cooler idea to make a buckminster fuller inspired geodome made from your own StructuralInsulated Panels... just order them from a nearby factory (there's one in Tenn that delivers to the east coast - Ibuilt a SIP roof on a rowhouse in DC from them)... and cut them into equal sized shapes and assemble your owndome... shitload cheaper than 30K, but probably requires your own CAD expertise or at least an understandingof how to draft/use graph paper & measure well... it's pretty easy to work with SIP's (foam expanded betweenpieces of plywood under pressure).

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Neil Mahony

2009.11.05 ::: 13:34 #

If you would be so kind, I would love to find out more about this company in Tennesee. I agree that 30k isalot of money for this product, even though I believe it to be a superior way to build a house. Thanks inadvance to any info you could supply.Neil Mahony

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nicklas

2008.08.10 ::: 20:08 #

Modern research in neurophysiology has shown that the brain works differently according to the direction youface.

Old, almost forgotten but re-appearing fast, Vedic architecture from India ('Vastu') goes further and wants you tomake sure you face either Est (best) or North (second best) for optimum fonctionning of the mind, and the doorsof the house are best if facing due Est or North as well. Doors facing West (opposite the sun rise) makes theinhabitants old and sick much faster, and a door facing South is said to bring bad luck and misfortune...

May The Force Be With Them, then...

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Jim

2008.08.12 ::: 06:09 #

Reminds me of a Kevin Heavey sculpture.

http://kevinheavey.co.uk/projects_images/mud_pod.jpg

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dojo

2008.08.12 ::: 15:48 #

Here in the US, we had something similar as attractions.Xanadu: Home of the FutureThey were quickly outdated because technology advanced leaps and bounds faster than the technology featuredin the house. And most people (back then) could never accept dwelling in something so unusual. Oh and ifsomeone did throw stones, I doubt there would be much damage. It's "concrete" covered "foam". And this placein Florida survived a few hurricanes, before they finally demolished the abandoned structure.http://www.lostparks.com/xanadu.html

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J Scherer

2008.08.12 ::: 20:06 #

Your dome homes could sell enormously well if they were encased in a cube of additional foam that made themlook like a conventional rectangular home especially if the cube had a slanted roof for america that is, sincenearly all communities here have an appearance standard(a way they should look)

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J Scherer

2008.08.12 ::: 20:14 #

Also if pipes and electrical and other future conduit type systems were under a removeable ,yet atractive coverrecessed in the wall then plumbers and electrician and future skilled craftsmen could access those systems (oreven a home owner who has time) for repair or modification retrofitting.

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Jess

2008.08.15 ::: 07:06 #

Umm ... isn't polystyrene highly toxic and cancerous...

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NIC

2008.08.15 ::: 08:02 #

ALL I HAVE TO SAY.... ((FOAMCO)) IN SAN DIEGO,CA!!!!

THEY WILL WORK WITH YOU UNTILL THE SKY TURN DARK AND RETURN HOURS BEFORESUNRISE, ONLY TO ENSURE 100% SATISFACTION!!!!

CALL THEM!!!!

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HAPPY HOME OWNER

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Sasha

2008.08.15 ::: 09:05 #

Easy to puncture through and a potential recycling nightmare of gigantic proportions. Check out MichaelReynolds's green, hurricane-proof buildings instead! http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Garbage-Warrior-Turns-Trash-Into-Houses.html

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kerry

2008.08.15 ::: 09:38 #

This type of building is a concept whose time has come and it is already being done in the states to some extent.Houses can be built in other shapes besides domes that look like conventional homes, and I'm not talking aboutSip panels and ICF blocks, but plain old eps foam and special high strength cementious coatings inside and out.The big hurdle in the U.S. is building code approval. I can easily construct a 10ft by 20ft shed in two days that isstronger than stick built shed using this method and I can make it any type of stucco texture or stamp a pattern init. These type of structures are monolithic and fire and pest resistent also have very high R values. This is a verygreen way of building and very simple but you need the right coating, Any questions feel free to call me(801)891-2578 sorry I won't give out email here to many spammers

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Dana Tucker

2011.04.26 ::: 03:07 #

Please send me any info. Are these foam dome structures?? I live in IN. & will inquire about the codes &regs. I've been interested in these homes since the 80's...one company is out of Japan. Would like to find asimilar US made product. Thanks so much for your time... My address is 1240 Regiina Lane NW Suite 31Corydon, IN. 47112. Dana Tucker

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Harvey

2008.08.18 ::: 02:04 #

These domes can be coated with GigaCrete Inc's StuccoMax (outside) and PlasterMax (inside). These coatingmaterials are far superior in every respect to traditional stucco or plaster, respectively. StuccoMax andPlasterMax coatings are LEED certified (green, safe, non-toxic, no VOC) ), UBC (uniform building code) firerated, directly appliable to any surface including styrofoam, contain no Portland cement, are immensely strong(compressive strength over 10,000 psi), are abrasion and scratch resistant, will not shrink or crack, easily paintedor pigmented.

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Bluecreek

2010.11.11 ::: 20:08 #

Harvey thanks for the information, would be interested in learning more about what you know regardingStyrofoam and cement and any websites Harvey or anyone with information please contact me [email protected]

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Harvey

2008.08.18 ::: 02:06 #

Oops, forgot the website.

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DoctorBob

2008.08.18 ::: 03:38 #

Instead of searching for trivial drawbacks, I think these houses are brilliant. They are MUCH more affordablethan ordinary housing, and are extremely energy-efficient, which would make them very affordable to heat orcool. Placed over a basement, there would be plenty of room for anyone to live comforably. They would makegreat starter homes for couples starting out on a budget, or the elderly living on fixed incomes. I think there is ahuge potential market world-wide for these homes. It's nice to see someone designing AFFORDABLE andpractical homes instead of the unaffordable monstrosities you see going up in most areas (in California orNevada, for example). I hope these homes catch on. They solve a LOT of problems.

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ellie

2008.08.18 ::: 04:05 #

this would great for the Homless all around the world..

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Sammie

2008.08.18 ::: 04:34 #

omg i love it! I want to buy like 3 and put them together some how! They are awesome!

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Joel

2008.08.18 ::: 05:21 #

This may be my retirement home in 2020.

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Melinda

2008.08.18 ::: 07:42 #

Gnome Home.................I want one!

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Paulas Way

2008.08.18 ::: 08:50 #

I like the idea of better gomes and cost. But...I dont think i could bring myself to live in a little place like that. I

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mean i see the second picture there and that has to be more than ONE of these "buildings" so in reality would itreally be any cheaper than a regular home in the LONG run? And not to be rude, but how's the WHOOVILLElooks comming along? I don't think so....

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Trisha Siegrist

2008.08.18 ::: 09:04 #

What are shipping cost to US towns?

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Rita

2008.08.19 ::: 01:43 #

Uhhh...has anyone thought of how you might install SHELVES or hang pictures on the wall? Yeah, they'recool-looking, but very impractical. And what about those 13' ceilings? Where do you think all your heat in winterwill go? DUH... Who needs ceilings that high?

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Melissa

2010.01.22 ::: 21:13 #

Rita,

Domes actually keep things warmer than standard rectangular shaped rooms with corners. Do yourresearch. Why do you think Eskimos build igloos in a dome shape?

Furthermore, hanging pictures or shelves isn't nearly as much of a concern as inexpensive and eco-friendlyhousing. What could possibly be more practical than that? I don't give a crap if I couldn't hang a picture orput up a shelf. That's just decorative nonsense. These house are the EPITOME of practical.

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Um, no

2010.06.21 ::: 21:48 #

Rot. Hanging pictures and shelves is more important than "eco-friendly housing" to the averagepurchaser. Most people don't care much whether their house is "eco-friendly" or not; everyone careswhether they have adequate storage.

Get out of your soy-latte world and into the real world.

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Doug

2010.07.16 ::: 15:09 #

Get into the real world? if your real world is the one where shelving and hanging pictures iswhat matters the i dont want to be in it, and theres no reason you couldnt have flat wallsinside or outside, and for furniture you have an added bonus with curves as opposed tocorners, and you could make them much bigger for as much space as you like

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2010.03.28 ::: 22:52 #

Hi,

for hanging objects up to a few kilos you can use this: http://www.fischer.co.uk/PortalData/18/Resources/fixing_systems/salesinformation/_documents/04general/09.pdfIt is quite good stuff for hanging onto insulated walls.

I´m producing such a domes myself in the central Europe. Up to 8,4m in diameter...

Honza

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Honza Basta

2010.03.28 ::: 22:55 #

For my domehouse, which I produced, see http://kulisy.cz/fotogalerie/igloo.html .It´s cut from solid styrofoam cubes. Quite another techology, but I can produce any sizes orthickness up to 8,4m...

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Ben

2010.06.01 ::: 13:20 #

Domes have 33% more volume for surface area than standard square construction. That is why a airbubble in water is that shape the water pressure pushes the air into the shape with the least surface area itcan.... so 33% less surface area = 33% less thermal transmission (heat energy transfer) even with identicleinsulation A dome will use 33% less energy then conventional square homes of the same volume. 13'ceilings definitely make me feel less clausterphobic. also rock in the summer. I think u could make somevery cool shelves with the ends embedded in the walls like a chord across a circle. I'm sure masonryanchors will work to hang pictures.

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FAC

2008.08.21 ::: 00:31 #

"In addition, the walls, which are treated with a flame retardant, emit no toxic fumes in a fire."

I don't buy that, in my jow we work with these materials and flame retardant means that it takes more time toignite, but as many other petroleum based materials the fumes are definitively toxic.

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bob

2008.08.28 ::: 10:38 #

where can you buy [email protected]

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2008.09.01 ::: 02:19 #

Dome houses are treated and covered with cement on the outside and plaster on the inside... Which solves theproblem of "kids throwing rocks and someone damaging the inner walls with acetate.They are Fire, hurricane and earthquake proof as well as they have the best insulating factor than ANY otherproduct[ R-ratings are Not scientific-they are a myth created by the fiberglass companies] If you are concerned about their strength and durability go to http://static.monolithic.com/ and follow the links,there is more than enough proof... North American domes may be slightly different but I believe the Japanesemodels could be modified to meet our "archaic + Prehistoric " building codes... Leave it up to the IndustriousJapanese to come up with affordable, low cost housing... years ahead of us in North America.... With climatechanges and the housing markets becoming "unattainable for most, it's time we took off our blinders and startedto keep our narrow minds in sync with our technology... Thanks for posting this...

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Harvey

2008.09.02 ::: 08:15 #

The topic "Styrofoam Dome Homes" is a blatant misnomer. These dome houses are NOT made of Styrofoam!They are made of special Expanded Polystyrene (EPS). The EPS used by Japanese dome builders (who mustcomply with the world's strictest building material and construction codes) contains an anti-oxidant to resistaging and emits NO formaldeyhde.

As to fire concerns, EPS will melt before it burns. As mentioned, the application of GigaCrete Inc's fire-rated,LEED ("green") certified exterior coating 'StuccoMax' and interior coating 'PlasterMax' renders the EPSstructure entirely fireproof. Both coatings can attain compressive strengths well in excess of 10,000 pounds persquare inch and will neither shrink nor crack. StuccoMax and PlasterMax are light immensely strong coatingsthat contain no Portland cement or any toxic substances. Their surfaces can be painted or, better yet, the pigmentcan be added to the mix before application. Whereas Portland-based stucco requires two or three coats, bothStuccoMax and PlasterMax are one-coat products, either troweled or sprayed on. They stick to virtuallyanything including drywall.

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Mary

2008.09.13 ::: 17:16 #

I've been looking at building a dome house in the USA . I can build the house of my dreams for half the cost ,radiant floor heating & solar panels ,go completely off grid ! Cooler still , YURTS!!! you can put up a 30' footyurt (900 sq feet ) for less than $10K , throw in a bathroom & a kitchen for a total of $20K . There's no need forhomelessness . The gov't could set aside some of the more than 50% of our nation's land they have , & volunteerorganizations could build communities of them .I do wish I could get the styrofoaam material here , but larger than the ones they were building . I've got 6 kids . Ineed more than a 400 & something sq. ft. house. It's not that difficult to give up traditional structuring. We onlyhave the illusion of security in our dry wall built structures now . At present our homes are largely made out ofchalk! You could have the largest lock on your front door , but if someone REALLY wanted to , they could puttheir fist through your wall & tear their way in .

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Suesieq

2010.02.28 ::: 00:34 #

They would have a hard time putting their fist through a half inch sheet of plywood. That's what's underthe siding on the outside, although these days it's usually oscillated strand board.

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Fertighaus

2008.09.26 ::: 19:01 #

i think its a smart way to build a house.

nice ideas...

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Lou Higgins

2008.10.06 ::: 09:59 #

I would like to purches a styrofoam dome home. How do i get started?

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beppu

2008.10.13 ::: 08:22 #

Buckminster Fuller would be proud.

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Will @ A Journey Round My Skull

2008.10.31 ::: 06:12 #

In a matter of moments after showing this post to friends, a plan was hatched to move here if McCain wins.Thank you!

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Ray

2008.11.11 ::: 10:13 #

Domes are wonderful structures to live in! We build our own 7 dome structure as our returement home. Thepeacefulness and comfort is unbelievable. I would have some concerns of strength with just foam. Our domes areschulptured concrete structures with the foam on the outside for its insulating qualities. With the concrete on theinside we have the thermal mass that keeps the temperature pretty constant all the time. We love it!

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Darkstar

2008.12.27 ::: 13:37 #

Several people have made comments about the structural integrity of these domes, even though the articleclearly states they are assembled and then coated with a protective layer of mortar and then paint. I'm pretty sureunder those circumstances, it could do pretty well against an earthquake, hurricane AND a "kid throwing arock".

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Timothy

2008.12.30 ::: 22:59 #

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How well do these houses keep in heat / air conditioning? I love this idea though. If I were loaded I would buy abunch and make my own village...

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Garrett

2009.01.05 ::: 04:25 #

After Hurricane Katrina, some of the only houses left standing in affected areas were polystyrene dome houses.

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Al Shapouri

2009.01.06 ::: 05:25 #

How can i get some more information about the foam dome home manufactureres

Al

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hollie

2009.01.25 ::: 14:20 #

how doi go about finding someone in florida that builds these. Help want one.

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Dana Tucker

2011.04.26 ::: 03:22 #

How about Southern Indiana? What is the closest location where I could purchase foam material (domehome)?

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beppu

2009.01.31 ::: 01:20 #

@hollie: Send them an inquiry.

http://www.i-domehouse.com/inquiry.html

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kysa

2009.02.04 ::: 07:20 #

i for one.. love these houses!!!... they are so cute.. and my unlcle is thinking of getting two.. one for him and hiswife.. and then the other so that when ever i go over there.. are anyone else for that matter.. then i (anyone) cansleep in it!! i for one.. want to build one for me! ;)

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CAN

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2009.04.14 ::: 07:52 #

My dad built a foam dome in the 1960's (spray foam on a frame) and one day, it blew away! LOL. Really, it roseup and skipped across a coupla farmer's fields. We laughed and laughed. It looked like a foam igloo. I'm notreally sure if we ever saw that foam dome again.....

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martina

2009.06.14 ::: 06:43 #

do they sell them in Europe - Spain?

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Klaus Zimmer

2009.06.22 ::: 17:05 #

Very original design.Are plastic houses an ecological solution?What would be their fire resistance and how much toxic fumeswould be generated if they do catch fire?I have been designing, manufacturing and exporting timber framed dome kits for many years and never had arequest for an all plastic design.

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Dorritos

2009.08.25 ::: 07:08 #

Most of the buildings you see anywhere that are stucco and have fancy architectural articulation i.e. columns,cornices etc. are made of the same material and coated with stucco. No problems. This isn't all that radical andshould be further explored.

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Eva

2009.09.06 ::: 09:20 #

Is there any info about how these things are anchored that I'm missing? I want one for a hurricane prone area inBahamas. And I wondar what would it take to have Bahamian government to approve one of those...

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KENNY

2009.11.14 ::: 19:53 #

I AM THINKING OF BUYING ONE OF THESE FOAM DOME HOUSES FOR MY LAND IN THECAYMAN ISLANDS,BUT REALY POEPLE THE IMFO ABOUT THESE HOUSES IS CLEAR,GOODINVESTMENT AND VERY GREEN, AND ANYTHING ELS IS A BONUS.

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thomas ngumi

2009.10.01 ::: 16:27 #

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greetings from kenya,Iam impressed with your concept of cheap housing as demonstrated by the styrofoam dome houses.I wish tooffer my land for demonstration purpose.would you love to come to kenya and work here?we can work togetherto sell the idea.The concept fits well with the traditional house strucure.best regards,THOMAS ngumi

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thomas ngumi

2009.10.01 ::: 16:36 #

willing to offer you land in kenya for dissemination project.

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Neil C. Reinhardt

2009.11.07 ::: 17:10 #

These Dome Homes SHOULD be used in any areas where Tornado's and Hurricane's happen. Make a fewmodifications, Tie them down properly, and they come through the strongest ones to ever hit the US yet/

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Neil C. Reinhardt

2009.11.07 ::: 17:10 #

These Dome Homes SHOULD be used in any areas where Tornado's and Hurricane's happen. Make a fewmodifications, Tie them down properly, and they should come through the strongest ones to ever hit the US yet/

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Neil C. Reinhardt

2009.11.07 ::: 17:12 #

These Dome Homes SHOULD be used in any areas where Tornado's and Hurricane's happen. Make a fewmodifications, Tie them down properly, and they should come through the strongest ones to ever hit the US yet.

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KENNY

2009.11.14 ::: 20:06 #

IF ANY ONE WANTS TO HELP BUILD MY DOME HOME IN RETURN I WILL GIVE YOU A FREEHOLLIDAY ON MY ISLAND, CALL ME ON 09065501069/07960166670 IM IN THE UK.

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pinky winky

2009.12.15 ::: 23:25 #

A LA DIPSY DO, NA GA, LA LA, TRANSLATED; FROM TELLY TUBBYTO ENGLISH,

YES I'M THE LITTLEST TELLA-TUBBY, AND WEVE BEEN LIVING INTHESE FOR OVER FIVE HUNDRED YEARS, THE POISION FROM THE FOAM

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HAS LEFT US ALL SICK AND RETARDED, MY FRIENDS BLEW UP A BIGFIBERGLASS BALLOON POURED CONCRETE OVER IT, THEN LET THE AIROUT OF THE BALLOON. ALL OF OUR FOAM HOUSES BLEW AWAY AND WEHAD TO RUN ALL OVER THE FREEWAY IN L.A. TO GET THE PIECES BACKPOE, MY BROTHER DIED, PURPLE BLOOD ALL OVER THE FREEWAY.

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Joan

2010.01.06 ::: 23:07 #

TELETUBBIES LETS GO!

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Joan

2010.01.06 ::: 23:07 #

TELETUBIES LETS GO!!!!!!!

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Joan

2010.01.06 ::: 23:09 #

MONKEY MONKEY HOCKEY STICK!...TELETUBBIES...THEY LIVE HERE!!!!!!

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Julio

2010.01.14 ::: 08:22 #

I think that something like this should be made available to the victims of Haiti. Small foam houses canaccomodate many displaced Haitians in a short time.

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vicarious1

2010.03.09 ::: 04:25 #

http://www.i-domehouse.com/ this is the website of the manufacturer. What is CHEAP in Japan is NOT cheapfor the rest of the world. 30.000 buys you a 50' quality geodesic home in USA This definitively is NOT cheap forHaiti or elsewhere considering one has to trasport the parts. I would say thatHere are affordable http://www.geodomehome.com/ for the 3rd worldFor earthquake area homes I would put forward container homes that are fire and more likely brake resistantAND I ADD that can be easely beautified and adapted to local cultures with plants, ivy, wood etc..http://www.naturalspacesdomes.com/all_about_domes/all_about_domes.pdf

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Alberto Mayorga

2010.04.06 ::: 01:26 #

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Quiero informacion del precio de las casas para Guatemala, Centro America, en ESPAÑOL

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Brandon

2010.04.07 ::: 06:41 #

Looks really cool. Many good properties. Unfortunately, I have some experience with foam as a home.The Farm community in Summertown Tennessee used large sheets and blocks of "Amotex", an expandedpolystyrene foam product we found easily available. It was used primarily as insulation material inside of canvas-skinned basic framed structures.One structure caught fire in the night and a family was seriously burned. When it catches fire, it turns into a kindof napalm - melting and dripping and sticking to whatever it touches burning.Also witnessed a demonstration filmed where half of a normal house room was mocked up, with ceiling, and thissame foam used in the walls for insulation. The camera was set up a good 10 to 12 feet from the structure, whichwas then set alight. The literal explosion of flame, once the foam firmly caught, was shocking to everyone whowitnessed the demonstration; the camera having to be heroically snatched in the nick of time before beingengulfed itself in the spew of fire.

Even with "a layer of fire retardant" and a layer of stucco, there is not way I would have my family inside one ofthese.

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Nolan Scheid

2010.05.18 ::: 00:53 #

These domes are wonderful!I have been gathering the history about the Pioneers and inventors of thin shell domes. Wallace Neff is one of theearliest users of sprayed concrete for domes that I am aware of so far. we have a great picture of Wallace Neffinflating one of the first balloon formed domes. http://www.mortarsprayer.com/thin-shell-construction/wallace-neff/ If you have any more history of Mr. Neff or other thin shell pioneers, please let me know.

Best regards,Nolan ScheidMortarsprayer

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Chris

2010.06.12 ::: 12:51 #

I live in Texas and many of us are into eco-friendly living, and energy efficient building. Not many harsh buildingcodes to deal with presently where I live. We have an annual, what we call, "green scene" demonstration andpart of it includes building and showing green homes. Many of us live completely off the grid, and go so far as touse water catchment for our water supply, and such. I would like to bring this technology to the area. I Have 5acres of land in Texas and Would lend it out for a demonstration building of one of these Styro-Stucco Homes. Ifinterested please contact back. Thank you.

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MCampos

2011.03.26 ::: 13:18 #

Hi Merced Campos,I'm interested in your comment you made, and was wondering where and how often is the expo you holdTexas and where in can stop by, and this expo for people interested in green living.

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Thanks

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Paul

2010.07.22 ::: 18:29 #

Hello!!does anyone knows if someone is selling this dome houses in europe?i was looking everywhere and cant findanything,just few info about it in japan,nothing else...

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Tim

2010.08.01 ::: 11:27 #

Hey, this is a super great idea... Only problem isthat they will never be affordable, or available in the U.S.It's the 21st century people... And most of the people in the worlddon't OWN their own home, or it's made from cardboard in third world countries..

These things should cost about $300-500 dollars for a small 20ft round geodome!!

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sabrina

2010.10.09 ::: 01:39 #

omg this is so cool i wouldn't mind living in one of these dome

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snow ugg boots

2010.11.08 ::: 18:28 #

how beautiful and nice the houses are, i like them very much. You can also have a look at the nice and warm uggboots.

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GW

2010.12.10 ::: 05:23 #

We used to do this kind of construction for indoor theme parks. If you are in the US you can probably make thison your own. Try to contact a company named, Futura. They have machines and chemicals that will spray thisfoam on your pre-made structure. When it gets dry it will get hard, but I will not say it's unbreakable. I like domebut I may use cement instead of foam.

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Mark St. MIchael

2010.12.24 ::: 10:45 #

What about the toxicity of any kind of foam? In the manufacturing, and, when this stuff is tossed out after thehouse needs a rebuild or someone tears it down for some reason, then what happens to the foam?

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I still think all natural materials is the way to go, materials that are sustainable, inexpensive and abundant such asstraw, earth, bamboo, and other softwoods that can be produced quickly without a big environmental impact.Think of the big picture and not a band aid as a solution, this is what I am after.

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dewayne durham

2011.02.10 ::: 06:31 #

hey i would really like to sell these dome homes i would like to know how to get a hold of the company thatmakes them my e-mail address is [email protected] please contact me

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Rianh

2011.03.08 ::: 18:58 #

I love these houses!! I would like to know if there is any 'out-gassing' problems with them, after all, it doesn'tmatter how cute they are if they poison their occupants.

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Greg Wiley

2011.05.10 ::: 10:59 #

Cool . Anyone build one yet?

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B.B.

2011.08.07 ::: 05:37 #

I Love this concept and want to replace my falling down house with one or three, but can not seem to get ananswer as to the attainability or if they are even allowed in Kansas USA. If anyone knows how to find out bothplease let me know

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belthar

2011.08.14 ::: 02:58 #

Hi,

I am from Poland/Europe and i interested in styrofoam homes can you send your video and more informations tomy mail [email protected]

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