Different from conventional buildings, geodesic domes are more and more frequently mentioned and used in the outdoor market for their advantages of simple structure, fast construction, removable reuse, and low foundation requirements. Many people may think that such a high level of appearance and novelty geodesic dome must cost a lot, but on the contrary, low cost is also one of the biggest advantages of geodesic dome.
How much do geodesic domes cost? The factors affecting the cost of geodesic domes are not only the geodesic dome itself but also the cost of building. Considering these factors as a whole and in segments provides a better understanding of geodesic dome cost.
Geodesic Dome Cost - Shelter Dome
How much do geodesic domes cost? As an excellent geodesic dome supplier, Shelter's geodesic dome cost is of representative significance.
Vacation Home
Whether you are a tired office worker or a tourist, a vacation home can provide a quiet place for you to rest. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, living in a vacation home allows you to fully experience the tranquility of nature, temporarily forget your worries, and relax your body and mind like never before. The unique front window design of the vacation home allows you to have a panoramic view of the outside scenery while living inside. At the same time, the reasonable space layout inside the dome greatly improves the internal space utilization rate.
If there is no special requirement, a 6m geodesic dome can meet such needs. The geodesic dome home cost of a vacation home will be about $3500-$4000.
Outdoor Dining Areas
It is a great experience to create an outdoor dining dome. The high-quality PVC fabric of Shelter Dome has a good sunshade and rainproof performance. Whether it is sunny or rainy, there is no need to worry about disturbing your dining. The sturdy aluminum alloy frame can ensure the stability of the dome in bad weather, and the unique space design makes it not crowded even if a dining table and chairs are placed inside.
The geodesic dome used for outdoor dining areas does not need to be particularly large. A 5m geodesic dome can provide a safe dining environment. The price of the standard model is $3000-$3500.
Greenhouses
When the geodesic dome is used as a greenhouse structure, its biggest role is to provide a temperature-controlled environment for plants or vegetables. Some tropical fruits require a higher temperature environment for growth, and the shelter dome can not only provide such an environment but also effectively protect the crops from wind and rain.
The fully transparent dome designed by the shelter dome is extremely suitable for vegetables that require high light, such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, etc. With some related accessories, the interior of the dome can be built into an environment with controlled temperature, light, and humidity, and off-season planting can be achieved to meet market demand.
As a greenhouse, the geodesic dome can choose a slightly larger 8m dome, and the standard model of geodesic dome greenhouse cost is 5500-6000 US dollars.
Weddings & Parties
It is romantic to choose a geodesic dome as a wedding venue. Shelter Dome's unique design and imaginative colors are the perfect background for weddings. Shelter Dome carefully creates customized tent services for customers. Whether it is classic style or modern style, Shelter Dome can meet customer needs intimately and give customers a personalized wedding experience.
In terms of structure, the wedding tent adopts a large-span design, which can accommodate a large number of guests while facilitating interaction between guests. The elegant curtains and customized lighting system options create a more elegant atmosphere.
The geodesic dome kit cost used for weddings is relatively high. The 10m geodesic dome can meet the needs of most cases in terms of accommodating people. Its price is $6500-$7000.
Geodesic Dome Cost Breakdown
As an assembled product, the geodesic dome cost to build is a collection of the price of each accessory. Knowing the cost breakdown of the geodesic dome can more intuitively identify the main source of geodesic dome cost. Take the cost breakdown of a 6m dome as an example:
Cost Component | Estimated Cost Range | Description |
Structure | $1100-$1200 | Q235 steel pipe (white coated/black coated/galvanized). |
Cover | $450-$500 | 30% area of 950 g/m² front transparent PVC panoramic bay window, 70% area of 850 g/m² double coated opaque PVC (white/dark green/beige), waterproof, UV resistant, fire retardant. |
Entrance | $150-$200 | 1 rectangular metal entrance unit with gutter awning. |
WPC Door | $300-$350 | Outswing, black coated aluminum frame, wood-plastic composite door panel with 3 color options (grey, brown, dark brown). Fixed picture window with sliding curtain. With automatic door closer. With lock and keys. |
Insulation | $950-$1000 | Aluminum foil bubble insulation + canvas fabric (beige/grey), waterproof/mold-proof, fire retardant. |
Curtain | $250-$300 | Curtain fabric with optional textures and colors. |
Solar Extractor Fan | $300-$350 | High efficiency, remote control with dual mode (strong mode & silent mode). |
Glass Window | $250-$300 | Lockable porthole round glass window, aluminum alloy frame, tempered glass, with coated mesh cover, opening from interior of the dome. |
Triangle Window | $15-$20 | Triangle PVC fabric window, roll-up with buckle fastener, sealing with hook-and-loop fastener, with screen mesh, opening from exterior of the dome. |
Cost Structure of Building a Geodesic Dome
After the overall and subdivision understanding of geodesic dome cost, another key point can not be ignored, that is the cost to build a geodesic dome.
Design and Planning
Design and planning are particularly important for building a geodesic dome. A geodesic dome that meets needs cannot be separated from an excellent design and planning scheme.
The cost of building design and planning varies depending on the type, size, and complexity of the project. In general, large projects will be more complicated and relatively expensive, while small projects are the opposite.
Materials
Different brands and different quality will cause the cost difference of materials factor. At the same time, the materials mentioned here do not only refer to those standardized parts mentioned above. If there are other additional accessories needed, such as installing interior flooring or a modular decking system, the cost will increase. And for the same accessories, there will be different styles to choose from, which will also cause cost differences.
Construction
It takes about one day for three workers to build the 6-8 meter geodesic dome. With the increase in the length of the geodesic dome, the required workers and construction time will also increase accordingly. These labor costs are factors that need to be considered in construction.
Additional Facility
The necessary tools for on-site construction of the geodesic dome include an electric screwdriver, ladder, wrench, gloves, safety helmet, safety belt, utility knife, and electric drill. For a dome over 10 meters long, it is also necessary to select cranes of different tonnages and long pull ropes according to the actual configuration.
Domes under 10 meters can be built from bottom to top without the help of a crane, and ladders and engineering frames are required; domes over 10 meters need to be built from top to bottom using a crane.
Transportation Cost
Transportation costs generally include international transportation costs and domestic transportation costs. International transportation costs are generally ocean freight, while domestic transportation costs are generally the cost of transporting from the warehouse to the construction site.
Conclusion
Concerning Shelter Dome prices, you already know the common geodesic dome cost on the market, so you can choose a geodesic dome that suits your needs with ease. The cost breakdown can give you a clearer understanding of the role and cost of each geodesic dome accessory, whether you want to add accessories or change the type of accessories. But when building a geodesic dome, you must also consider its cost structure. After all, various factors need to be considered in the actual construction. If you want to know more about geodesic dome or are ready to buy a geodesic dome, please contact the Shelter Dome!
