Revolutionary Innovations

Central Mast Structure

The house suspends from a central mast like an umbrella, using tension cables radiating outward. This creates a clear span interior with no load-bearing walls.

Advantages

  • • Open floor plan flexibility
  • • Reduced foundation requirements
  • • Efficient load distribution
  • • Earthquake resistance

Technical Details

  • • Height: 7.3m (24 feet)
  • • Material: Tubular aluminum
  • • Cable system: 16 tension cables
  • • Load capacity: 2,700kg suspended

360° Rotation Capability

The entire house could rotate around its central mast to optimize solar orientation throughout the day and seasons - an early example of passive solar design.

Energy Efficiency Benefits

  • • Maximum natural light capture
  • • Optimal heating and cooling
  • • Adjustable wind protection
  • • Seasonal sun angle optimization

Integrated Ventilation Core

The central mast serves as a ventilation stack, creating natural airflow. The top rotates like a weathervane to optimize air circulation.

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Hot air rises through central stack
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Rotating cowl adjusts to wind
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Cool air enters at perimeter

Complete Prefabrication

Every component manufactured in factory, shipped in protective packaging, assembled on-site in one day.

Assembly Sequence

  1. 1. Foundation preparation (minimal footprint)
  2. 2. Central mast installation
  3. 3. Tension cable deployment
  4. 4. Floor deck attachment
  5. 5. Wall panel installation
  6. 6. Roof closure
  7. 7. Utilities connection
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