It is believed that a good house should be built in accordance with tradition. However, what is bad about housing that is externally and internally different from a number of similar ones? That is why charismatic and freedom-loving people prefer to build, for example, domed houses with their own hands. This is a worthy alternative to any residential building, and even more so to the apartment. In addition, a wide selection of materials will allow you to realize any design idea.
Dome Construction: Features and Benefits
First, the scope is a great way to protect your home from wind and snow. Secondly, with the smallest surface area, the sphere has the largest volume. Thirdly, the creation of such an original housing does not need much time, effort and cost, and therefore it is quite possible to build dome houses with your own hands. Fourth, the sphere is being erected without seams; accordingly, the house will be warm. Fifth, the roofing system is reliable and does not leak. Sixth, even in case of emergency, the spherical shape will be stable.
The construction of domed houses is also beneficial. So, about 20% of the savings come from the purchase of building materials. 40% of the savings are for construction work: assembling the domed houses with your own hands is very simple, the main thing is time and desire. The future building is delivered to the site in the form of an unassembled frame, its parts no more than 3 m in length and weighing no more than 25 kg. It is quite possible to build a house very quickly and at the same time without involving special equipment, which is also beneficial.
Owing to the geometry of the sphere, house operation will also be economical. A small wall area reduces heat loss, the aerodynamics of the dome helps protect the building from the wind. Thus, a well-built domed cottage is a housing that will be distinguished by energy saving, excellent air circulation, winter heating and the correct distribution of solar energy. And the speed of construction, strength, efficiency at all stages of construction - these are the main indicators in favor of building domes at home their hands.
Projects: what's so special?
As you know, any cottage should be built according to a plan in which everything will be painted to the smallest detail. Due to the lightness of the residential facility we are describing, a simple foundation can be built under it. Then a kit is delivered to the site, allowing you to build a dome house. The projects that many construction companies offer today will make it possible to assemble it quickly and correctly. In this case, you only need to stock up on tools and enlist the support of a maximum of three people.
After assembling the frame and stiffeners, you need to sheathe the dome (for example, moisture-proof plywood), fill the cavities in the frame with heat-insulating material (to maintain a certain level of humidity). Outside the house will be protected by double-glazed windows and a roof. At the final stage of work, you need to complete the interior decoration and designate the layout. As you can see, there will be no particular difficulties in the construction of such a residential facility. The main thing is to strictly follow the assembly rules, choose the right materials and be patient to build such a spectacular house under the dome easily and efficiently.