Concrete canvas building

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Permalink Reply by Joan Denoo on March 12, 2013 at 11:31am

I wasn't able to see the video. Using Concrete Canvas Building, I found this. Is this what you found? 

Concrete Canvas Building

Great idea! This "temporary" resident would be better than a tent, if it is affordable, and quickly available, and with equipment to install it, yes. If not, a canvas tent will work in an emergency. With doors able to open, and I presume openable windows, there would be sufficient air; not perfect, but survivable; unless air is poisoned.   

Permalink Reply by Ruth Anthony-Gardner on March 18, 2013 at 11:35pm

That's the same video. Sorry my embed didn't work. I didn't see any windows, except two tiny ones in the door.

Permalink Reply by Joan Denoo on March 20, 2013 at 1:52am

It is an intriguing idea that has a lot of benefits and flaws. You point out the obvious, not enough ventilation. Also, in hot weather it would be an oven. Trying to put one up for a family without heavy equipment would be a real challenge. On the other hand, if there were workers to do lifting, heavy equipment to pull it apart, and a surface that would not get tattered in wind, rain and snow, and more insulation that canvass, it could be better. I sure hope I never have to live in one out of necessity. The idea does kind of kindle my imagination for other alternatives. I enjoyed this piece. Thanks Ruth.