Jon Nunan is writing  a book about alternative homes. He sent me a series of questions that I am answering here…

When did you begin your project?
May 31st,  2007.  For this article I’m speaking about Oasis Pod 1. I’m also working on Oasis Pod 2, a.k.a SolUnit.
Oasis Pod 1 is a low cost alternative / natural building hybrid.  It is off the grid. Meaning it’s power comes from the glorious light bulb in the sky, it’s water is harvested off the roof when it rains, and it’s heat, or some of the heat,  is produced via passive solar design – heat from the sun, with propane backup.  The roof is pretty conventional, though the walls are mostly natural building materials.
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It all starts with the need for shelter, sometime after food for our bellies. We need a place to live. A place where we can call home. Or at least a space that protects us from the elements. A outer skin. Somewhere to rest and recharge with systems that promote a fruitful life. A space that provides respite from the world.

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