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Old 01-12-2025, 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by jimjamuser View Post
Speaking of designing houses that would resist burning. I wonder if DOME houses are more fireproof than flat sided houses. I also wonder why there seemed to be a GREATER interest in DOME houses 20 or 30 years ago? Maybe I should just Google this question, but maybe I will get some answers here.
That’s an interesting question. So much so (for me) that I did some research. Here are some points I found.
  1. Monolithic dome structures drown out fires unlike conventional homes and businesses allowing for them to stand as other structures around them fall. The natural design of a dome starves uncontrolled flames of oxygen, but the actual materials of a dome structure also play a role in fire proofing. Dome homes are energy-efficient, easy to build and are able to better withstand hurricanes and tornadoes due to its round, aerodynamic shape.
  1. Domes are difficult to roof. And if not roofed exceptionally well, they will leak like a sieve. Domes are more difficult to roof and it takes longer than a conventional house.
Why are dome houses not popular?
Since the building envelope is so tight, some people are concerned that domes can become stuffy, moldy, or dangerous to live in

  1. Weaknesses are as follows: non-standard windows and doors installed in frame dome houses, complicated calculations for construction. Building materials are designed for rectangular houses, not for domes made of triangles
  1. Sound and activity from one part of the house can easily carry to other parts, making privacy a concern for families or individuals who prefer more separated living spaces. The curved walls and lack of corners in dome homes make traditional furniture placement and storage solutions difficult.
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