We are the leading manufacturer and distributor of geodesic domes.
Our domes are the ideal family dwelling, guest house, workshop, event dome, yoga studio, portable shelter, event dome, trade show booth, playground equipment and greenhouse dome. An alternative to Yurts and Tipis. We provide Shelter systems.
For Events we provide immersive media / 360 projection, product launches, trade shows, and ask us about our Amphitheater Dome!
Keywords: geodesic domes, dome homes, event domes, eco-living domes, eco-resorts, projection, immersive media, tents, domes,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
34 Years
What is your primary product or service?
Geodesic Domes
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
R. Buckminster Fuller: ---
In the 1940’s, inventor, architect, engineer, mathematician and cosmologist, R. Buckminster Fuller set his intention to solve mankind’s housing problem. Through replicating “nature’s own co-ordinate system” found in all spheres from planets to molecules, and through the understanding that gravitational forces are spherical (not linear), the geodesic dome was born. His designs superseded the structural integrity of any architectural structure yet made. In 1970, the American Institute of Architects awarded “Bucky” a gold metal, acclaiming the geodesic dome as “the strongest, lightest and most efficient means of enclosing space known to man. ---
Pacific High School: ---
In 1969 a dome building project began to house 60 students and teachers at an “alternative” high school in the Santa Cruz mountains. Utilizing Bucky's designs, 17 domes were made, experimenting with as many materials as possible; plywood, aluminum, sheet metal, fiberglass, Ferro-cement, cedar shingles, asphalt shingles, and even nitrogen-inflated vinyl pillows. This project became a focus for the counterculture’s dome building movement of the late ’60s/’70s. ---
The Domebooks: ---
By 1970 it was obvious that there was enough interest and information to compose a publication about dome building. The Whole Earth Catalog’s production facility was utilized to create Domebook One and later, in 1971, Domebook 2. These books birthed a global movement utilizing Bucky’s dome technology. In 1973, Shelter was compiled. It is a “how to book” on hand built housing, with a chapter called Domebook 3. Some of the people from Pacific High school were also involved in the manifestation of the Domebooks. ---
Pacific Domes: ---
In 1979, Madre Grande Monastery in Southern California had a shelter need for its members. A dozen domes were made, using steel tubing and sail cloth covers. As the beautiful setting was in the high mountains, windows for view and woodstove outlets were designed into the covers creating an ideal shelter system. A year later many of us moved to Southern Oregon. As the domes were successful and the back to land movement still strong, in 1980 a business was born! Over the past years, the need for larger and larger domes has maintained a constant growth. The larger domes have opened up the uses to include both shelters and Event structures. Due to the extreme portability, Pacific Domes are the strongest portable structure known to man. Thanks to the internet, this technology is spreading around the globe.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the original manufacturer and distributor, and we provide R&D / customization of our product on a regular basis.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Two, the USA and the EU - And, We do plan to expand!
Provide detailed directions to your location
Across the overpass from the south I-5 exit - Turn off of Ashland St and on to Clover Lane - We are the last building on the right, before the Brewery.
What type of payments do you accept?
Wire-transfer, all major CC, Cash - (We prefer not to use checks)
Which areas do you service?
The entire world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Asha Deliverance, and crew.
What are your hours of operation?
7-5, Monday-Friday
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The acknowledgement of the positive change created in someones life by owning “the strongest, lightest and most efficient means of enclosing space known to man."
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
“The more for whom we strive to serve, the greater effectiveness we will have.”
- R. Buckminster Fuller