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Spectacular rammed-earth dome home is tucked deep into a Costa Rican jungle

• arclein
The rammed-earth construction of the structures keeps the interior spaces naturally cool in the summer and warm in the winter. In addition to its tight thermal mass, the home operates on a number of passive and active design principles. The home's water supply comes from multiple springs found in the valley. Gray water from the sinks and shower are funneled into a collection system that is used for irrigation. At the moment, the house runs on the town's local grid but has its own self-sustaining system set up.

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