Off-Grid Fire Lookout Built in the Forest to Provide Sanctuary from the City
Dabney and Alan decided they wanted to live in a Fire lookout so they built one in the mountains of Oregon.
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Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower
“Build a structure that provides the widest possible view of Grand Canyon yet harmonizes with its setting: this was architect Mary Colter’s goal when the Fred Harvey Company hired her in 1930 to design a gift shop and rest area … Continue reading →
Castle Tower House
The Castle Tower House is largely the same plan as the 2-story Roundhouse Above Survival Shelter with a crenellated roof design. In the earthbag castle I’m currently designing it’s used as a corner ‘watch tower’. Its primary function in ‘peace … Continue reading →
Earthbag Tower House
This intriguing tower house slopes from 21 feet interior diameter at ground level to 13 feet diameter at the third floor observation deck. It’s perfect for environments with high winds and good views. Total interior square feet: 705 Towers such … Continue reading →