Think Round

How our Monolithic Dome home keeps out smoke from rampant California wildfires

Comparison of Wellville mountains before and during smoky days

POSTED 22 Aug 2020 By Dave South

As I look out my home-office window I can usually see the Wellsville mountain range. It’s a beautiful, living view that changes nearly every day with summer heat, fall colors, winter snow, and spring blossoms. Today, I can’t see the mountains at all. The whole valley before me is covered in smoke. … read more

Monolithic Dome industry response to COVID-19

Giant sign that "We're all in this together."

POSTED 15 Apr 2020 By Amy South & Dave South

After receiving so many COVID-19 related emails — some from companies we haven’t dealt with since the early 2000s — we feel it’s time to discuss how COVID-19 is impacting the Monolithic Dome industry. But first, we want to thank you. … read more

The New Monolithic Dome Institute

POSTED 7 Jan 2020 By Dave South

Welcome to the new Monolithic Dome Institute. It is more than a new website; it’s a new company, a new look, and an expanded mission to advance the construction of the Monolithic Dome and curved architecture. … read more

A fireplace in a Monolithic Dome

POSTED 8 Oct 2015 By David B. South & Dave South

I’m often asked if there’s a trick to installing fireplaces in a Monolithic Dome. It’s pretty straightforward. The real question is, “Do you need the fireplace?” I see the romantic appeal of visiting around a glowing fire or the desire to reduce your heating bill. However, the energy efficiency of the dome typically changes a need for a fireplace into a want. If you decide you really want a fireplace, here are some tips on installing one in a Monolithic Dome. … read more