Building a Dome Greenhouse

Future Home of My Greenhouse Dome - April 16, 2012

I am currently in the process of preparing the construction site for my new geodesic dome greenhouse.  Living at 8,100 feet, in the high desert of Colorado, any kind of successful organic farming or gardening will be dependent on the establishment of greenhouse grow beds.

Why did I choose a geodesic greenhouse?  Geodesic domes are incredibly strong, space-efficient, economical, beautiful structures.  Because I am building this dome by myself, I selected dome plans that will enable me to have my first greenhouse finished within a month.  I will be sharing the construction process along with the establishment of my organic gardens and aquaponics system.

As a proponent of permaculture, all of my decisions and actions will be guided by these ecological principles for sustainable living.  My intention is to use as many local, natural, and recycled or repurposed materials as possible (in the creation of this organic space).  It is also my deep desire to use this grow dome as a living, breathing oasis of learning.