"It performed exactly like it was supposed to," he said. The shape of the house, he said, was designed to allow the water to literally wash around the house, rather than knock it down, which is what happened.
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Thanks Bryan for finding out. I love the throwback, hippie look of dome homes, and it's fun to see how well they do perform in difficult environments (Alaska, the moon, underwater?!) The architect of this home seems like an awfully nice guy, too, sad that his sudden fame is at the expense of so many. Thanks.
No problem. There is something illimitable about dome space application. I am also trying to research other designers investigating hurricane-resistant structures, if you can suggest any. Also, some members started a discussion if you care to add.
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Thanks Bryan for finding out. I love the throwback, hippie look of dome homes, and it's fun to see how well they do perform in difficult environments (Alaska, the moon, underwater?!) The architect of this home seems like an awfully nice guy, too, sad that his sudden fame is at the expense of so many. Thanks.
No problem. There is something illimitable about dome space application. I am also trying to research other designers investigating hurricane-resistant structures, if you can suggest any. Also, some members started a discussion if you care to add.
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