Comments for Domeshells Technology

Comment on Free Energy by cbrown

cbrown — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:10:28 +0000

Hi Charmaine,
Yup! We still exist – just been really busy. Hope I answered most of your questions in previous response. We don’t have any completed projects in Victoria yet. At this stage you would have to come to northern NSW or Sunshine Coast to view a dome or multi-dome home.
Happy to have a further chat about what you have in mind.

Comment on FAQ,s by cbrown

cbrown — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:05:11 +0000

Hi Charmaine,
I assume you are wondering about the materials used from a health risk point of view.
The materials comprise a polyurethane (spray) foam core. The application of the foam takes place inside the air-form and during it’s application gives off toxic fumes. Because of the enclosed environment the applicator wears an appropriate air filtration mask or better still outside supplied air.

From our research and understanding once the polyurethane is fully cured (approx. 2 hrs) there is no off-gassing. Polyurethane foam is used extensively in many countries for insulation of houses because of its superior efficiency, where it is sprayed into the stud cavity.

Domeshells encases the polyurethane between the two layers of GRC (glass fiber reinforced concrete). It acts in both a structural and thermal way.

The fiber reinforcement in the concrete is an alkaline resistant glass fiber which is a type of fiber glass that has been treated to to withstand the alkalinity of the cement which causes normal glass fibers to disintegrate. These fibers are delivered chopped to about 25mm in length and mix with the render. Any building process has some health and safety risks which are controlled by WPH&S regulations.

There are no specific health risks from the structure that I am aware.

Realistically, in Australia a completely fitted out domeshells home will cost approx. $2000 per m2 depending on inclusions and standard of fittings and finish.

Our indicative pricing is generally for the bare shells which include the slab and completed shell structure with windows and doors – not anything else.

For a range of smaller apartments (granny flats) up to 60m2) we have indicative pricing which includes the internal fit-out, kitchen, bathroom, partitions and services etc. prices here

Comment on Free Energy by Charmaine Morris

Charmaine Morris — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:16:38 +0000

Hi, I signed up for your Dome News I also sent in some questions and haven’t heard anything. Do you still exist? I would really like to see your display centre, Best wishes
Charmaine.

Comment on FAQ,s by Charmaine Morris

Charmaine Morris — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:35:38 +0000

Are your domeshells completely health risk free?

Are there any display centres in Victoria ? I would really like to have a look.

How much would a 30sqare home cost?

Are kitchens,bathrooms and laundries included in your pricing?

Comment on DOMESHOP by peter brooks

peter brooks — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 02:57:44 +0000

Hi Chris, shall send some drawings up to you soon of process that my be of interest to you, truly treasure your interest in my thoughts etc. Heard where particle physics promise a new boom to take world out of terminal decline with it possible to build complicated machines and structures with nano technology etc. It was almost like hearing my own words over the years being repeated, also with the nested and partially air bags sitting in he recesses of clustered balloons of my experiment tall galleries were formed suitable for balcony and attic retreats etc, and I have diagrammed rough pictures of my thoughts to you soon. Brave new world !, you must feel most accomplished in your projects at seeing dreams flow into place. all the best for a creative and prosperous and enjoyable future !.
brookseeya ! , Peter.

Comment on DOMESHOP by peter brooks

peter brooks — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:51:43 +0000

Hi Chris, the size of the shallow nest in which the partially water ballasted inflated air bag formwork fit decide the outer profile be it low or high according to the limitations of expansion of the air bag size. My small clustered air bag with balloons was very promising for larger scale operations with arched formed where balloons interfaced etc when clustered like soap bubbles. Indeed an interesting study. Am working with pug mix of creek shingle , friable earth and clay at property of NZ companion Anthony O’Reilly with whom i have symbiotic rapport. Heave ho, me Artie’s . brookseeya Peter, use any of this process freely and at will if you so desire. .

Comment on DOMESHOP by cbrown

cbrown — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:10:32 +0000

Hi Peter, Hope you got my email reply.
All the best.

Comment on TOWN PLANNING by cbrown

cbrown — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 10:11:47 +0000

Rose,
I must apologize for the delay in getting back to you.
Non of our designs are from Calearth. All of our designs have originated here at Domeshells. Some of them personalized by clients input.
Chris

Comment on TOWN PLANNING by Rose

Rose — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 17:26:35 +0000

Are these designs from Calearth?

Comment on DOMESHOP by cbrown

cbrown — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:38:53 +0000

Jack,
I would love to get people building Domeshells in both Canada and the US. I have no firm plans just yet but will be there as soon as the opportunity arises.
Chris