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The Inn Place - Brenham, Texas |
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The Inn Place, a complex of Monolithic Dome rental units in Brenham, Texas, has plans for another expansion. Owner Kevin McGuckin said that with the completion of Phase I and Phase II, the Inn Place currently has 16 rented domes and a waiting list. He is now working on Phase III. |
The Monolithic Cabin - Transportable |
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The Monolithic Cabin is a modified Monolithic Dome - like a tunnel with rounded ends. This dome has a diameter of 12 feet, length of 18.75 feet and a height of 10 feet. It is a single living unit of 200 square feet--about the size of a large motel room that is transportable to the location of your choice! Read More... |
Singing the Praises of Monolithic Domes |
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Peggy Atwood, a New York-based singer and musician, has seen her previous homes threatened by tornadoes and fires. But now that she lives in a Monolithic Dome in Kerhonkson, she feels safe from the forces of nature. Read More... |
Voters Approve Funding for Monolithic Dome |
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Voters in Fowler, Kansas approved a $1.94 million bond issue that clears the way for construction of a multi-purpose Monolithic Dome facility at the local high school. Read More... |
A Village Grows: Progress in New Ngelepen, Indonesia |
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A pictorial review of the completed construction and the continuing work in New Ngelepen, a relocated model village in a ravaged Indonesian area. It suffered a tsunami in December 2004 and an earthquake followed by a landslide in May 2006.
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The 8th Annual Monolithic Dome Tour Recap |
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On October 24 and 25, more than thirty proud owners of Monolithic Dome homes participated in our Dome Tour.
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Home Energy Magazine Features Monolithic Domes |
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For 25 years, Home Energy magazine has been providing objective and practical information on residential energy efficiency and performance. In the November/December 2008 issue, the magazine turns its attention to one of the most energy-efficient homes on the market: Monolithic Domes. |
St. Joseph Dedicates New Dome Church in Texas |
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The bishop of the Diocese of Dallas traveled to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Commerce, Texas earlier this month to dedicate a new Monolithic Dome sanctuary. |
Hurricane Ike, Hurricane Gustav and Monolithic Domes |
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On September 1, Category 2 Hurricane Gustav blasted our southern coast, killing 138 people and causing an estimated $15 billion in damages. Just twelve days later, Category 2 Hurricane Ike, the third costliest U.S. hurricane and the most expensive in Texas history, killed 96 people and destroyed property to the tune of $27 billion. Monolithic Domes not only survive but protect.... Read More... |
Rentable and Buyable: The Monolithic Portable Concrete Mixer |
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Big news from the Equipment Division --"We're launching a new program," Melinda South, Equipment Division Manager announced. The Monolithic Portable Concrete Mixer, once available only for purchase, can now be rented. |
Practical Design of Concrete Shells: An Invaluable Reference Text |
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After Dr. Wilson completed a 40-year teaching career and earned the title of Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering at Brigham Young University (BYU) and after he completed more than 30 years as Monolithic's Senior Consulting Engineer, he wrote a book.... |
Monolithic Dome Conference - Who Moved My Cheese? |
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That's the question made famous by Dr. Spencer Johnson in his 1998 New York Times and Publisher's Weekly bestseller that he wrote to help him deal with difficult change. Currently, it's a question we are all struggling with. |
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Decorative Concrete: The Name Says It All |
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Decorative Concrete of North Texas services include commercial and residential projects, such as flower walks, driveways, patios and sidewalks. “When you want to add an addition to your driveway or patio and you put new concrete down next to old concrete, it never matches up in color or looks the same," Todd said. " The beauty of this product is, we can do the new addition and top it with this product and it looks like it is all one pour, one piece of concrete.” |
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Building Beautiful Luxury Domes |
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Dragon Speed Design Group finds their inspiration in the shapes and forms of nature's anatomy. We strive for the buildings to have an organic feel to their appearance so they become a beautiful aspect of their environment. We design spaces that best access and enjoy the gifts of Mother Nature’s beauty. |
100+ Floor Plans now easily available |
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More than 100 current floor plans, all of which are featured in Dome Living: A Creative Guide For Planning Your Monolithic Dream Home, are now a part of our Monolithic Marketplace. Those same easy-to-read, detailed designs are in our book, Dome Living. |
Compost Covers: A Monolithic Product |
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Compost Covers are another Monolithic product made in our plant here in Italy, Texas. These covers are highly technical and sophisticated. They allow and promote the biodegrading of organic matter into a usable recyclable soil aid in a very short time.
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Mystery Solved! |
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With three hurricanes looming in the Atlantic Ocean right now, there’s never been a better time to learn more about Monolithic Domes’ disaster-resistant qualities.
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Monolithic on YouTube |
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YouTube, the largest worldwide video-sharing community, currently includes a diverse selection of 21 Monolithic presentations that anyone with access to the Internet can view, comment and rate. Just click on this link to view. |
Green Acres |
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KDAF-TV, The 33, a television station in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, sent a news crew to the Monolithic Dome Institute to find out why dome buildings are considered so environmentally friendly.
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Why a Monolithic Dome? |
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"More and more people are discovering that there are advantages to a Monolithic Dome -- unique features -- simply not available in traditional architecture," says architect Rick Crandall. |
The Monolithic Crenosphere Dome |
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If you think your organization just can't afford to build the ultimate sports facility, think again! The Crenosphere Dome is here, and, as far as super stadiums and arenas are concerned, it's a dream come true. And here's the best part -- Crenosphere Domes are affordable and practical. Their advantages include low construction and maintenance costs, energy efficiency, design flexibility, security and durability. |
Thermographs of Dome in Canada |
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These pictures are made using a $50,000 Thermograph camera. This camera is designed to take pictures showing the amount of heat in the photo. In a quick look you can see that the heat loss from the Monolithic Dome is virtually zero except through doors and or other openings. |
Why is the Monolithic Dome “Green”? |
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We are often asked, “Why is the Monolithic Dome “Green?” As an answer to this question, we have outlined three of the most salient “green” points: Sustainability, energy efficiency, and use of green materials. |
Monolithic Bridges |
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Monolithic® Bridge technology represents an innovative solution that allows bridge construction to be stronger, longer lasting and more affordable. |
Monolithic Cut-and-Cover Tunnels |
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Whether the need is to keep traffic moving, keep water flowing or simply create a passageway. Monolithic cut-and cover tunnels offer a more affordable and longer lasting solution when compared to traditional cut and fill methods. |
Two More Dome Schools for Oklahoma |
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Oklahoma is home to more Monolithic Dome schools than any other state in the nation. Given the state’s location in the center of tornado alley, that makes sense. Read More... |
Newest Monolithic Dome Church Takes Shape in Alabama |
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The newest Monolithic Dome church is taking shape in Dothan, Alabama where construction crews are working on a new campus for Northview Christian Church, a multi-cultural, interdenominational congregation with more than 2,000 members. Read More... |
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Jan Pregowski, founder of Monolithic Constructors of Poland (Konstrukcje Monolityczne M.C,P.), has been building Monolithic Domes since 1985, when he first heard about them. This summer, Jan decided that his Airform needed a fresh, new look, so he painted it using products available in Poland. |
Environmentally-Friendly Domes Appeal to Canadians |
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What would it be like to move from a conventional home built in the 19th century to a futuristic Monolithic Dome completed in the 21st century? You could ask Michael Goodwin. He recently moved into a new dome home after living in a 1860s-era house in Ontario, Canada. |
Monolithic Oil Tanks -- Water Tanks -- Ethanol Tanks – Other Liquids |
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Oil Tanks – the new and differentMonolithic Oil Tanks now are more competitive than ever. They are constructed of concrete, not steel. Consequently, the much higher price of steel and the use of high-strength, post tension cables now allow Monolithic Tanks to be less costly. Read More... |
How to Cover a Monolithic Dome with Tile or Rock |
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Covering a dome with tile can be both practical and beautiful. People worldwide have been tiling their domes for centuries. |
Can $10 Change the World? |
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Yes it can! It can make all the difference in the lives of millions of families all over the world who live in lean-to's and makeshift housing without access to clean water or sanitation. |
Warming up to Domes |
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Energy-efficient Monolithic Domes provide one of the very best housing solutions in areas that experience weather extremes. The thermal qualities of the concrete enable the building to maintain its interior temperature no matter what the weather is like outside. |
Another Testament To Dome Strength |
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I thought you might find this interesting if not exactly relevant. I am an army helicopter pilot currently serving in Iraq and there is primarily concrete construction in the area. |
The "Just Water Ceramic Water Filter" -- AVAILABLE NOW!!!! |
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In the first two months that we had the "Just Water Ceramic Water Filter" described and made available for purchase through this website, we sold more than 300! We are pleased to offer such a worthwhile product! |
Monolithic's Oberon Four-plex |
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Our new Oberon Four-plex is a Monolithic Dome oblate ellipse, Pictures added January 17, 2008
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New Way to Review and Buy School Modules |
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"We're coming out with a new web catalog that school districts can use in deciding what modules can best fill their space needs and finances," said David B. South, president of Monolithic. Read More... |
Starting a Monolithic Dome Building Company |
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I advise prospective builders to begin with some basic evaluation: What skills do you have? What startup equipment is needed? What are the costs? What resources are available? |
The Inn Place -- New Rentals, Old Pattern |
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Currently, Kevin is completing the final two of eight Monolithic Domes, each with a 20-foot diameter that encompasses a bathroom with shower, basin and toilet; a kitchen with stove, refrigerator, table and chairs; a furnished sleeping area. |
Almost Everything You Wanted To Know About Monolithic Dome Churches |
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There is no such thing as a free lunch, but the Monolithic Dome comes close. Generally, over a period of twenty years, savings in energy expenses will equal the full cost of a Monolithic Dome facility. Read More... |
Monolithic Equipment Unveils New and Improved Monolithic GHP 1500 Direct Drive Concrete Pump |
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This lightweight concrete pump which weighs only 800, is run by a |
Who Needs the Monolithic Portable Concrete Mixer? You do. |
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The Monolithic Portable Concrete Mixer does the hard work for you. It is an attachment for a skid-steer or other front-end loader so it is totally mobile. It is self-loading, so sand and gravel do not need to be hand shoveled. It mixes extremely quickly and is easy to maintain. |
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