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WW2 Anderson Shelter As Mini-Wofati?
I just came across a fascinating photo-essay about the WW2 Anderson bomb shelters Londoners built in their backyards during The Blitz: http://mashable.com/2015/07/24/wwii-backyard-bunkers/#6Ko7Xr4WukqP...
View ArticleSmall cabin/shed build planning
Hi natural builders, I'm trying to build a shed (also serving as a small, very rugged cabin) for a remote woodlot I steward. I'm super interested in wofati and earth berm houses. Someday I hope to live...
View ArticleCritique this earth-bermed building
Just watched this video about a ~280 sq. ft. earth-bermed house in WA. This off-grid abode is quite beautiful (inspired by hobbits) but there seems to be no mention of permaculture, Mike Oehler,...
View ArticleGood books on underground and earth shelter housing.
Can anyone recommend any good books on underground building and earth shelter housing?
View ArticleRoot Cellar Venting and Wall Material Questions
We have a small room (6'x8') which is in the NW corner of our barn, at the basement level. Two walls are concrete foundation in direct earth contact (with moisture barrier on the outside), the other...
View ArticleWofati style geodome?
So I've been following Jesse Grimes videos and learning about the wofati design. The more I think about it, the more I like the idea of geo-wofati. Any thoughts on this? Any pros, cons or unique...
View ArticleRoof weight and structural integrity
Hi, I'm interested in building a wofatti or hybridizing an existing structure to be more wofati-esq. Unfortunately, all I manage to do is run in circles in my mind because of the weight factor. I have...
View ArticleRoot Cellar Venting and Wall Material Questions
I am not completely sure where you are coming from with your post (in terms of concepts). So before I am able to provide with an idea I must ask questions. I am assuming your understanding of a root...
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Pictures of a sweet PSP build
I found this collection of pictures of Glenn Kangiser's PSP cabin he built. There are some really great shots here and the building is awesome to see. Here is Glenn's forum where there is lots of talk...
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