On Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:31:49 -0400, the infamous "Lee Michaels"
scrawled the following:


"Larry Jaques" wrote

Sure you can. Think "cement domes" and only replace a window or two.

Look at these guys.

http://www.aidomes.com/

Man, what a POS website, though. 2/3 of the screen is menu, header,
and pic. The slideshow doesn't work, the store doesn't work... It's
damaging their business. sigh


They use cast cement panel construction of domes. You assemble them on a
framework. Then cast cement into all the joints. Smooth and paint. The
structure is very strong. I really can't think of a natural force that could
destroy it.

Yeah, cement is one tough nut for Mother Nature to crack. Have you
seen the inflatable dome style? They blow up a balloon and shoot
'crete over it. It's a one-piece cast, prolly stronger than AI.
http://www.monolithic.com/topics/homes is one maker. I like their
low-key video. (std disclaimer applies)

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And may those that don't love us,
May God turn their hearts;
And if he doesn't turn their hearts,
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