Monolithic

Why build a concrete dome?

More about the Monolithic Dome

Image: Load testing

The concrete dome is similar in shape and structure to an egg which has always been a fascination. The egg shows us that a relatively soft and weak material can be used to create a very strong structural shape. A simple demonstration illustrating the strength of an egg was made using a 2′ × 10′ wood plank, supported on one end by a rigid support and on the other end by one hard boiled egg. Four bags of Portland Cement were placed on the plank, at center span, one at a time, for a total of 376 pounds or 188 pounds on one egg. The shell did not crack! Such is the strength of some domes. (Continued…)

Housing Costs Drop...Sort of

Design Blog

Homeowner tax credit is renewed and expanded. (Continued…)

2009 Nationwide Dome Tour Recap

Dome Tour

David B. South, President of Monolithic, said, “Everyone here truly appreciates the dedication and hard work of the owners and administrators of the Monolithic Domes who participated in this year’s tour. We know that preparing for the tour involves much time and energy.” (Continued…)

Epoxy Floors

Design Blog

Image: Garage floor

Epoxy coatings are a simple way to improve the appearance and maintenance of a garage floor. (Continued…)

Podcast: Strengthening Churches

Podcasts

Image: Monolithic Podcast

Spacious and spectacular Monolithic Dome churches provide near absolute protection from fire, tornadoes, hurricanes and earthquakes. (Continued…)

Bainbridge Bed & Breakfast: Lowell, Indiana

Dome Tour Participants: Residential

Image: Bed & Breakfast in Lowell, Indiana is available for tour on October 24 & 25, 2009

This dome is available for tour on October 23rd and 24th, 2009. See entire list of dome homes available and commercial domes available for 2009 National Monolithic Dome Tour. (Continued…)

Italy, Texas: Monolithic Headquarters

Dome Tour Participants: Residential

Image: Monolithic Dome Institute, Italy, Texas

Domes on the Monolithic Campus are available for tour Monday thru Friday from 8am – 5pm. (Continued…)

How do you like your pizza?

Design Blog

Image: A Metaphor

Consider the ubiquitous pizza. How do you like yours? With extra pepperoni and mushrooms? With peppers and onions? With one topping or the works? Picked up piping hot from the pizza shop? Or from the grocer’s freezer and baked in your oven? Maybe you’re the adventurous soul who makes their own dough and cooks their own sauce. Do you value convenience or quality? The next time that pizza is on your dinner menu, what type will it be? (Continued…)

Grand Meadow School: Grand Meadow, Minnesota

Dome Tour Participants: Commercial

Image: Grand Meadow, Minnesota dome available for tour on October 23, 2009.

This dome is available for tour on October 23, 2009. See entire list of commerical domes available or homes available for 2009 National Monolithic Dome Tour. (Continued…)

Starship Pegasus: Italy, Texas

Dome Tour Participants: Commercial

Image: Italy, Texas dome available for tour during nationwide Monolithic Dome Tour.

This dome is available for tour on October 23rd and 24th, 2009. See entire list of dome homes available and commercial domes available for 2009 National Monolithic Dome Tour. (Continued…)

The Orion: Italy, Texas

Dome Tour Participants: Residential

Image: Italy, Texas dome home is available for tour on October 24, 2009.