DREAMHILL DOME PROJECT

Doors & Windows


 

Simulated Picture Window

Side angle view showing extended slab and window alcove

The window is low E and UV reflective to reduce glare from outside

 

Simulated Actual Picture Window area without framing structure constructed

strings are used for geometrical center reference

 

Rich Cassidy, John and Josh working on the support structure

 

Framework completed

 

Plywood and insulation is then constructed for the exterior of the framing

 

Then Tar paper placed on the outside

 

 

Steel Framework for window is welded in place and bolted to wood frame

 

See Geometry Section for basis of measurement ratio details

 

 

Finished Window

    

 

 

 

Simulation

Simulated Bottom slidng glass doors 12 feet wide 4 section with the center slideable

Above Balcony 3 foot wide glass door has extended triangles on both sides to hide the
all thread 2nd story supports that extend down from the dome walls

(For air circulation through the balcony door above is accomplished with a vent above the door
that can be operated from the outside and may be augmented with fans to draw air from the rear door)

 

 

Simulation

Sliding Glass Rear Door 6 feet wide 2 section

(For air circulation through this entry way the side windows have slide up screened openings)

 

 

Simulation

Simulated construction of 3.5 Round upstairs bedroom window

 

 

 

Framed front metal door with center window slit

Brown rectangle represents hallway framing

 

Simulation

Front door has 2 privacy glass windows on each side that allows natural lighting
into the Storage and Utility Rooms

 

 

 

Measurements

 

 

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