QAwould you consider a custom-version of the 14′ dome tent done with fabric that doesn’t let light through

...preview of WorldWide Telescope, check out this video: http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/roy_gould_and_curtis_wong_preview_the_worldwide_telescope.html Best, Kim Subject: Re: Interesed in your Yurt Dome for some research As a special order this order is: 20% more...

QAOn Mar 11, 2006

On Mar 11, 2006 Good Day, See http://www.ghg.net/akelly/gleneagl.htm for how my 10′ Bubble Dome is used. You may remember me, since you use a picture of my observatory and an...

QAOn Mar 22, 2004

On Mar 22, 2004 Dear Sirs, After seeing your web site on the www, I was intrigued about the lightweight roofing materials you can supply. I’m working on a housing...

PageInstruction Manual for SolarShed™

...will at times come up unexpectedly. Be prepared! Remember that the SolarShed is a lightweight, portable structure. Its strength comes from tension, not mass or rigid components. Exposed sites with...

QACan two be joined together and one end left open

...I extracted from the manual https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html for the 18′ dome, other size domes can be joined by the same. Domes of the same size can be truncated and joined also...

QADate: October 8, 2009 8:09:21 AM PDT

Hi Carol We have a 10′ dome and a 14′ dome. Look at: https://shelter-systems.com/sizes.html to figure out what might be the right size for you. It is critical that you...

QADate: October 1, 2009 11:39:22 AM PDT

...would be better for my use. It comes with windows. Are there other products that would be suitable for my use? What else comes in a 12 – 14 foot...

QA“Miscellaneous”

...translucent cover. 2. Can a door be installed in the back side? We would need one side completely open to view the field, and since that would be against a...

QAWired Science Video that includes info Grip Clips.

...Science Video that includes info Grip Clips. “Architecture for Humanity creates opportunities for architects around the world to make a difference through design initiatives, forums, workshops and competitions.” : http://www.pbs.org/kcet/wiredscience/story/29-cameron_sinclair_architect.html...

PageHow to Deal with Wind and Snow

...a tent needs to be drum tight and successful shed the wind. We have designed out Yurt Domes to hold up to strong wind. They are drum tight and shed...

PageHow to Built a Kayak Boat

...with six Grip Clips.www.gripclips.com You can also use the rock and cord technique where you place a 1.5″ rock under the two tarp layer and then squize the tapes into...

PageDiamond Dome™

Appears simple but is actually an advanced tensegrity structure with some remarkable qualities. It is a descendent of Shelter Systems’ Folding Tensegrity Structures ( https://shelter-systems.com/future.html ) The First Shelter has...

PageInstruction Manual for RoofShell™

...in extreme weather and your life or safety could be at risk. In heavy snow or wind your dome could collapse, damaging what you have or compromising your shelter. Do...

QAthey worked quite well… We survived force 10 winds

...it happen…. then we could really be self sufficient at the festivals.. Check out www.myspace.com/magicbubbleevents to see some pics of our first event. Thanks again Dougal and the Magic bubbles....

QAquestions about the floor.

...rope intertwined between the two flaps, floor and siding? …The floor comes with 12 GP Grip Clips which after you spread out your floor inside the dome you attach to...

QAWhat makes the 18′ and 30′ domes stronger than the 20′

On Sep 3, 2008 What makes the 18′ and 30′ domes stronger than the 20′ (which seems to be implied on this page: https://shelter-systems.com/playadomes.html ) I saw one of your...

QAcreate some shade outside my 18 foot dome for burning man

...possible porch you could make. Be sure to study the manual as to how to attach the sunshade to the dome and how to set the stakes safely: Manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html...

QADate: July 2, 2008

Date: July 2, 2008 I was wanting to know if you can put a wod stove in the 20′ dome. does it come with an opening in the ceiling for...

QAinstall a woodstove,

...lies in the fact that the width of the door is wider than 4′ (plywood comes as 4′ x 8′). How do I seal the walls of the tent to...

QAportal to the dome

...our online manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html The following is extracted: This or a modification of this approach may work to create a water shedding connection for you. Our domes flex in the...

QAI wonder how big is the tent you are showing on

On May 21, 2008 Hi, I wonder how big is the tent you are showing on the how to put up a tent video: https://shelter-systems.com/yurt-dome-set-up-2.mov Sincerely Sabina It is an...

QAApril 29, 2008

...own modles: https://shelter-systems.com/modle.html “ The land has a gradient relief map – see below I enlarged this map to house the models to approx scale. It looked wonderful, and we...

QAOn Mar 10, 2009

...you get hit with a big storm for backup. Read our online manual carefully : https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html paying close attention to the sections dealing with wind. If all you have are...

QAOn Mar 3, 2009

...might have more weight-bearing capability? Thanks- -Henry Henry Sorry to hear of your snow and sleet collapse. Your recovery was compromised by the age of the covering; most often just...

QAsmall portable cube made of your greenhouse

On Jan 6, 2009 Hello Bob- I am looking for a small portable cube made of your greenhouse material. Ideally it would be 1meter x 1meter x 1meter and open...

QAOn Jan 1, 2009

...added as the sub-assemblies to increase the size for final assembly. I would like to compare the purchase of these domes compared to replacing my travel trailer (camper), renting an...

QADate: December 29, 2008 1:10:50 PM PST

...or longer, of our fabric https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html she could roll the dome in and then tape or tie it (perhaps you thew out the warper that the dome came in). Sincerely,...

QAOn Nov 28, 2008

...the difference in frequency between dome and yourdome? -What type of materials do you think we could use in such a environment? -Are all your materials syntetic, light and resitant...

QAOn Nov 24, 2008

...it. We can make the your cover of our white shelter covering which is optically something like a sheet of paper. See the bottom of page: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QAMy sister sent me this link to a ted talk.

My sister sent me this link to a ted talk. You (and Grip clips) are in it at about 15:20-16:30 Yay for grip clips. http://www.ted.com/talks/cameron_sinclair_on_open_source_architecture#t-876443...

QAJens

make a model https://shelter-systems.com/modle.html put up your dome lay down with your head in the center of the dome look up and see that 3 shapes that make the dome...

QACaroline

Depends on your soil conditions. see https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis On Apr 8, 2011 Thanks Eleanor! Bob, I found more info in the meantime on your site, so I found...

QAOn May 16, 2009

...my GroDome 20 Greenhouse. How do I fix it? ——————————- Order two replacement Panels for top of 20′ GD https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Alternatively you can replace a whole panel if a tear...

QAOn Mar 20, 2009

...the tear is small you may be able to plug it up with a blob of silicon rubber alone. Be sure to update your manual: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QAOn Mar 14, 2009

On Mar 14, 2009 Good evening, I have two questions. Do people put tent stoves into these shelters? Yes, see: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html If so, how is the smoke expelled? Also see...

QAOn Mar 14, 2009

...concrete domes on my land and for the community starting April 24th. I was hoping to use the monolithic airform as my form for the concrete but shipping and getting...

QADo you have a system for rain water catchment…

...are small a 55 gallon plastic drum may suffice. For filtering do a search online for ( rain water filter system ) One we found was: http://www.baproducts.com/rainwatr.htm Sincerely, Bob Gillis...

QAapplications in the tropics.

...of the dome is best “covered” with shade cloth not replaced. see: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html b. What type of temperatures are generated in the regular yurt when it is in hot sun?...

QAOn Aug 25, 2007

...domes mildew and mold-proof? That can be a big issue here. Thanks Lyn Hi Lyn Our dome have 4 doors. You can order 4 net door for them: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html We...

QAOn Jul 27, 2007

...Burning Man. Robin Sunshades are the key; they make a Huge difference. Get one of our large ones or better still two: https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis On Jul 27, 2007...

QAOn Apr 4, 2007

...lawns and conferences halls. But I have to keep in mind, the weather conditions on the playa as well. I’m looking for a small/medium size place for folks to come...

QAHow many grip-clips do I need to hold up 6 mil polyethylene (3 pieces 10 x 25 ft) inside a 20′ dome?

...maybe a few extra. This site may help illustrate–http://www.desertdomes.com/dome3calc.html (note, the drawing is of a 5/8 dome, mine has one less row of triangles at the bottom). See attached picture;...

QAOn Sep 29, 2010, at 9:02 AM, Bob Gillis wrote:

...1. What material is the canvas made out of and what’s the weight? Shelter Systems’ coverings are made by taking a special plastic copolymer (a simple compound composed of carbon...

QAOn Apr 30, 2010, at 12:23 PM, Bob Gillis wrote:

On Apr 30, 2010, at 12:23 PM, Bob Gillis wrote: We make a “Crystal Cave” : https://shelter-systems.com/tunnle-shelters.html Which is the same design as the porch. As to water running in...

QAOn Apr 13, 2010, at 10:21 AM, Bob Gillis wrote:

On Apr 13, 2010, at 10:21 AM, Bob Gillis wrote: The answer is shade cloth. We offer sunshades https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html . Open the domes 4 doors and use a sunshade and...

QAPVC question

...https://shelter-systems.com/accessories.html Sincerely, Bob Gillis Subject: PVC question Hi, First I have to tell you that I was living like a king at my first burn last year. The 18′ dome...

QAwalls?

...has holes in it that dividers can be attached to. You can use any type of heater you choose. Read our online manual for both of these: https://shelter-systems.com/lighthouse-manual.html Sincerely, Bob...

QACristina

Hi Just bought a 10 foot extra strong dome for personal sleeping quarters at BM. I’ve already got an 18′ dome that works well as communal shelter, but I’m tired...

QADate: October 22, 2009 11:05:52 AM PDT

Date: October 22, 2009 11:05:52 AM PDT Hi Holly Thanks for your interest. Our Yurt Domes can be made quite comfortable in hot and cold climates. To keep cool our...

QAOn Oct 16, 2009

Hi Ellen Thanks for for your feedback about our domes. The domes we make are a compromise of many factors. We try to create the right mix to produce a...