Due Sorelle Dome: Italy, Texas

Monolithic August 09, 2011, 1:12 p.m. 2011 Dome Tour Participants: Residential

Image: Italy, Texas dome home available for tour ... — Italy, Texas dome home available for tour on October 15, 2011.

This dome is available for tour on October 15, 2011. See entire list of homes available for 2011 National Monolithic Dome Tour.

Owner: Melinda South

Address: Dome Park Place Italy, Texas 76651

Phone: 972-483-7423 xtn 509 for information about tour

Description:

32’ Dome home built on a 2-foot-high stemwall, 804sf, two bedrooms, one bath, open living/dining area and kitchen with generous storage

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