![]() (Image by thefiscaltimes.com/Articles/2013/12/30/Are-Dome-Homes-Future-Housing) Details DMCA | Over the past decade, the world has watched in horror as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, fires, mudslides, tsunamis and most recently, one of the largest typhoons on record, caused death and destruction in epic numbers. With meteorologists predicting even more intense storms in the future, some homeowners are finding a simple yet ingenious way to minimize their vulnerability: building a dome home. The domes' balanced shape is self-supporting and strong enough to withstand the force of an EF5 tornado, a monster hurricane or a powerful earthquake. Dome buildings made of concrete can deflect falling buildings and flying debris, even airborne trees and cars. Plus, the roof won't blow off. |