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Earth covered dwelling
A method of constructing an earth covered dwelling comprises the steps of providing a support structure 12 and covering it with earth, wherein the support structure comprises an ISO shipping container. The container is modified prior to installation to enhance its load bearing capabilities. The container may be inverted prior to installation and may be modified with load bearing struts. A void between an internal wall skin and the container wall may be filled with insulating material. Partitions may be used to divide the interior of the container into rooms. The exterior of the container may be provided with a layer of insulation and may be coated in a protective material to prevent corrosion and enhance waterproofing. Earth retaining wings 42 may be attached to an end of the support structure. External accommodation may be provided in the form of a porch. The container may be installed in an excavated hole.
Earth covered dwelling
A method of constructing an earth covered dwelling comprises the steps of providing a support structure 12 and covering it with earth, wherein the support structure comprises an ISO shipping container. The container is modified prior to installation to enhance its load bearing capabilities. The container may be inverted prior to installation and may be modified with load bearing struts. A void between an internal wall skin and the container wall may be filled with insulating material. Partitions may be used to divide the interior of the container into rooms. The exterior of the container may be provided with a layer of insulation and may be coated in a protective material to prevent corrosion and enhance waterproofing. Earth retaining wings 42 may be attached to an end of the support structure. External accommodation may be provided in the form of a porch. The container may be installed in an excavated hole.
Earth covered dwelling
SMITH GEOFFREY JOHN (author) / SMITH SUZANNE JAYNE (author)
2015-06-10
Patent
Electronic Resource
English
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