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Webmaster Most of the non-portable yurts are made out of wood or have wood siding. Actually, i am not sure as to whether a 5 sided or multi-sided structure made out of wood is really a yurt at all, but until i find out i will leave things as they are. As you probably already know Yurts are an Ancient shelter system with beginnings in the country of Mongolia near China and Russia. In fact, they are still being used in that area today. It is not unusual to see a Yurt in Mongolia with a modern day car parked right beside it for the families transportation. On my website i thought the Yurt section would be quite popular, but it has not proven to be a very popular page. It seems like a yurt would be a better shelter than a wall tent, you can place a wood stove in the center easier and i would think that a Yurt would be more wind resistant. But they don't seem to be very popular. Oh Well, i like them.

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  1. Complete CircHouse
    CIRCSHELTER   This Yurt is not your standard type of Yurt building, manufactured (i think) mostly for emergency use, designed for off-grid, extreme environments and remote locations: CAD designed and engineered with CNC accuracy, uses modern technology in polycarbonate and acrylic wall structure, uses recycled steel frame connections with natural wood paneling brought together in both form and function . . .

    “Whether you are looking for a mountain home, a greenhouse, a rental yurt, or a structure for humanitarian purposes – you want one of our products – because of our quality, durability, and service. Because of our value. Most of my life and professional career has been spent in some of the most demanding 'performance markets' in the world - far away places like Afghanistan and Indonesia, where product quality, durability, and service mean the difference between success or failure for your business or your project . . . Or a difference as to whether people live or die. Shelter Homes engineers and tests our designs; manufactures, distributes, and services our products, like life depends on it. Because for disaster relief agencies, it does. And for the people they serve, it does. That is why we take our responsibilities seriously. Imagine thousands of earthquake victims, 10,000 miles away, standing in hip-deep snow in sandals at 10,000 feet elevation, receiving our emergency circShelter™ and finding missing, sub-standard, or ill-fitting parts. Your purchase from our company – whether a humanitarian relief shelter or a vacation home – meets all the same rigorous standards of design, materials, packing, shipping, schedule performance and Total Quality Control Management, as those demanded by the US military, The United Nations, CARE and other disaster relief responders world-wide. We only do business with value-chain suppliers whom we know, like, and trust. We work hard to ensure that you look to us for the same reasons. Please don’t hesitate to contact me, personally, if you have any questions or concerns about our product, our standards, or our performance.”
    Shelter Homes LLC • 650 South Cherry Suite 500 • Denver, Colorado 80246 • Phone: (970) 846 7565 • eryan@circHouse
  2. The
    FOLDED HOMES   This is quite a deal really. They sell personal use and emergency shelters in the form of a Yurt shape. Picture on the right is of their: UtiYurt. 'UtiYurts are four-season, double-walled, semi-permanent shelters suitable as refugee shelters or multi-room structures for clinics, schools, aid mission teams, and consumer applications. Passive ventilation cools them in the desert. Insulate them with local biomass in cold climates.'

    “Folded Homes provides environmentally appropriate and cost-effective solutions to human shelter needs. Our shelters are great for personal and business applications. But the company's mission is particularly focused on helping address humanitarian shelter crisis. We believe that a truly effective humanitarian shelter solution is one that quickly delivers large numbers of easy-to-assemble, language-neutral, low-cost, four-season shelters even to locations where transportation infrastructure may have broken down. Folded Homes structures are based on origami architecture and manufactured from safe, recyclable materials. Properly maintained, they will last years. Yurt shelters offer an elegant, utilitarian solution to both emergency and personal use applications. They are easy to assemble without tools, ladders, scaffolding or power. Our single-walled LiteYurt is a superior, price-competitive alternative to the refugee tent that is so simple to assemble that the manual is textless. Thousands can be delivered within weeks. Our double-walled UtiYurts, TekYurts and variably-sized SegYurts are true four-season semi-permanent dwellings. Combine UtiYurts, TekYurts and SegYurts to create complex multi-room structures and compounds suitable for refugees, clinics, schools, aid mission teams, or your family or back-country business location. Customize the yurts with doors and windows from our shelter accessories kits. Pod shelters invoke 'buildings as art' to provide you with a signature structure when your event, trade-show booth, or personal shelter demands a truly beautiful space.”
    Folded Homes LLC • 2824 NW Garryanna Drive • Corvallis, Oregon 97330 • Phone: (570) 240-7121
    info@foldedhomes.com • Contact Form
  3. Completed Yurt
    BJURT YURTS   This totally different Yurt system uses a series of metal connectors to make the framework which is then covered with canvas or whatever you wish to use. Billed as. . . the most amazing new structures since the dawn of time!

    “A bjurt is a structure inspired by the portable crash pad used by a dude you might have heard of named Genghis khan. That's right, the yurt. Like a yurt, the bjurt is stable, roomy, and with a vaulted ceiling to allow heat to rise. It is also sturdy and withstands high desert winds. But my man GK didn't have tubular steel, precision manufacturing, or an unnatural obsession with geometry and symmetry. And he was far too busy enjoying the fruits of his conquest to redesign what is almost the perfect structure. Traditional yurts have significant redundancy. This allows them to be fabricated from the irregular materials available in nature, such as branches and hides. The downside of this redundancy is that yurts require a large amount of work to create, as well as to set up and break down. The bjurt is a design which concentrates on the primary mechanism of the yurt, the expandable latticework wall, and distills and harnesses it as the fundamental element of a structure that transforms from a bundle of poles into a self-reinforced dome-like frame. Unlike a yurt, a bjurt is faster to set up and smaller to store. Each flat wall is made up of a single scissors-like cross piece, and the roof poles are permanently attached at the corners. The whole structure folds up like a camp chair. This makes it quite suitable as a temporary structure for extreme camping, off-road base camps, summer shade for windy back yards, and other demanding applications. Bjurt kits are composed of professionally stamped steel parts, bent for eight-sided construction. Bends are reinforced with stiffening ribs to provide extra rigidity (see photos below). Center rings consist of four quarter pieces and two flat braces, bolted together and secured with thread-lock fluid. Two types of bjurt kits are available. The standard is zinc-coated 12 gauge steel, with a 12"-diameter center ring. The ring's two-fingered hinge can accommodate roof poles up to 1.25" wide (such as 1" conduit). This set is best for conduit bjurts. The second option is the 12 gauge 304 stainless steel (12 ga SS304) set with a 16"-diameter center ring and larger top flanges. This wider kit includes larger hinges that can accommodate roof beams or poles up to 1.5" (such as a 2x4 or 2x6). This would be the choice if you were planning a more permanent installation using lumber or other wide stock. Either kit type can be upgraded with 12ga 304 stainless steel Playa Feet. Playa Feet are recommended if the bjurt is to be set up on soft soil or uneven ground. They have an angled pad that keeps the bjurt feet from digging into the dirt, and multiple attachment holes which allows for vertical adjustment on uneven ground. Set-up and tear-down on soft soil are simpler with Playa Feet. On concrete they're not as useful. The 16" ring is available in two configurations: Capped and flow-through. In the standard capped configuration the two cross braces are flat in the plane of the ring, and their flat bolted cross-section results in stronger bracing. In the flow-through configuration, the cross braces are perpendicular to the plane of the ring, for maximal ventilation. This configuration is not as strong, however it is possible to construct a custom flow-through ring which is as strong as a capped one, but it requires extra parts and expense. Completed bjurt frames are available for purchase. They are too large and heavy to ship, so they are available for pickup or personal delivery only. I am located in Orange County, and delivery is available for a fee in all of Southern California, as well as Northern California by arrangement. I do attend Burning Man and other festivals so event-delivery may also be arranged. Contact me for details. Shipping costs $18 to the contiguous United States for octagonal bjurt kits and $11 for shower bjurt kits. Please send questions, comments and purchase inquiries to bender@BjurtYurt.com.”
    Tom Roden • Orange County, California • bender@BjurtYurt.com
  4.  CAMPING YURTS   This Yurt business based in Oregon, has a very nice informative website, lots of quality pictures and videos of their product. These Yurts they make are 'Portable', easily moved from one spot to another.

    “CampingYurts.com is a family business started by myself, Richard Waters and my wife Alicia. The inspiration for making camping yurts came out of our love of camping. We used to camp with a tent, but soon got tired of crawling around on hand and knee. We also need more room for our rapidly growing family. We considered large modern tents, but wanted something a little more natural, traditional and unique. Both my wife and I are tall; so we had to have plenty of headroom! I had already helped build a yurt in England while attending a Traditional Crafts Workshop years before and so we set about to make our own. Yurts or Gers as they are known in their native country of Mongolia, are already very popular here in Oregon with many of the State Parks having permanent yurts set up for year round accommodation. Many campers in Oregon are very familiar with Yurts, but not with portable camping yurts. Our camping yurt created quite a stir at the campgrounds - other campers were intrigued by the portability of our design and many wanted to have a look inside. It was out of this interest that CampingYurts.com was born. Much has changed since I built the original yurt and many improvements and design features have been included into the yurts and kits we now sell. The roof wheel has seen the most improvement. Being integral to the yurt's structure and strength, many hours have gone into developing and improving it.”
    Richard Waters • PO Box 1 • Summer Lake, OR 97640 • Phone: (541) 943-3268 • Contact Form
  5. Clean Air Yurt Model
    CLEAN AIR YURTS   This is a really nice website with good presentation of their beautifully made products. They ship all over the world.

    “Every one of our yurts is unique. We make your yurt to your exacting specifications. If you need the yurt to be super light or extra strong, just let us know and we will design the best form for your intended use. Let your imagination be the guide as we will customize your yurt in any way that you can think! Try getting that service from any other yurt company. Our portable yurt tents hold true to the historical design of a truly portable building while incorporating the best of modern technology to make them lighter, stronger, and easier to setup. Like all Clean Air Yurts, the premium hardwoods for the frame are hand-selected and locally cut from sustainable sources, plus all finishes are non-toxic and zero-VOC. Our yurts contain only 100% local hardwoods that are hand-selected directly from small local sawmills. We know where our wood comes from and can be sure that it is not only sustainably cut, but local as well. Our hardware is sourced from local companies as well as our insulation, and every material that we use is purchased from the closest supplier. By keeping it local, we reduce our impact. We don't just make yurts, we make the best and most advanced yurts around. We are the first yurt company to make the pledge to be 100% vinyl-free. We introduced the Perfect Circle Technology™ to our yurts that makes setup of our Zephyr Yurt a breeze (pun intended). Plus we have the lightest and strongest yurts on the market. Our yurts are finished to the highest quality. Other camping yurt makers just cut 2x4s for their lattice. Ours is milled from local hardwoods to a perfect thickness with all edges rounded off (because we don't like carrying sharp square edges). Our covers are finished with stainless steel hardware and YKK zippers, only the best. All the details are there, from ring to floor.”
    Clean Air Yurts • 30 Crispell Ln • New Paltz, NY 12561 • matt@cleanairyurts.com • Contact Form
  6. 16ft Nomad Basic Yurt
    LIGHT FEET YURTS   This Yurt business located in California has a different approach using sometimes recycled materials to build good looking Yurts, take a look at their website - it is a little different than most Yurt sites.

    “The Light Feet Mission is focused on using Eco friendly materials with the intent of leaving a lighter footprint on our environment. Using as many "Green" materials as possible each yurt is hand crafted with recycled vinyl canvas coverings and all lumber milled from Salvage Logs. The 'Nomad' is designed to be the most cost effective, economical, inexpensive and easily portable yurt available.”
    Light Feet Yurts • Box 1935 • Twain Harte, CA 95383 • Phone: (209) 586-1250 • Contact Form
  7. Well Lit Yurt on the trail
    LEADVILLE BACK COUNTRY YURTS   This listing here is a little different in that Yurts are not being sold, but only used exclusively for this hiking-snowshoe/skiing trail project located in Leadville, Colorado. The Yurts are being used to accommodate hikers and skiers for their over-night stays along this pre-planned route located high up in the mountains.

    “Welcome to the Emma and Marceline Yurts! Open Your Door and Explore . . . The yurts are located at 12,000 feet above Empire Reservoir in Leadville, Colorado, west of the Mosquito range. Our yurts offer unique lodging, spectacular views, intimate contact with the land, and endless recreational opportunities. To provide a more isolated experience, we have limited the number of yurts in the area to two: The Emma Yurt and the Marceline Yurt. Each yurt sleeps five comfortably and is equipped with one double bed and three single bunk beds, a wood stove, firewood and an axe, a propane cooking stove, a propane light, table and chairs, basic cooking utensils and dishes. This newest Colorado yurt system embodies style and comfort. Cozy-up, or use the yurts as a base camp to explore the thousands of acres of public lands that make up their backyard: Empire Gulch, Empire Reservoir, and Gold Basin are the pristine playground that awaits the adventurer in you. According to the season, you may choose to hike, mountain bike, ski, snowshoe, horseback ride, hunt, view and photograph wildlife, paint the autumn colors, or enjoy the lazy pleasures of gazing at the natural beauty of the area and visiting with friends.”
    Leadville Backcountry • 521 E 12th St • Leadville, CO 80461 • Phone: (719) 486-0126 • leadvillebackcountry@yahoo.com
  8. Mongolian Yurt GROOVY YURTS   That's their name - i did not make it up! This is a pretty neat and different website. This yurt building business is located in Quebec, Canada, but they ship everywhere including the lower 48 states.

    "Mongolian yurt — yurts from Mongolia. Original Mongolian yurts and handicraft for sale in USA and Canada and yurt rental. High quality yurts and handicraft made in Mongolia. Organic yurt & fare trade yurts! A yurt is a hand made product. The North American climate is more humid than the Mongolian climate and therefore our yurts are specially adapted. We ensure the very best materials are used. Our white felt (made in Mongolia) is more resistant to humidity than traditional Mongolian felt. It is very dense and guarantees great insulation. The tarps are also specially selected to best resist the Northern climates. The wood is dried for an extensive period of time and subsequently carved and shaped by our manufacturer's family based 500 km from Ulan Bator, Mongolia's capital."

    Groovyyurts • 76, rue de Brouage • Aylmer, QC, Canada J9J 1J5 • Toll Free: (888) 476-6899
    Phone: (514) 578-5008 • info@yurt.ca
  9. Colorado Trail Yurt
    HINSDALE HAUTE ROUTE   Hinsdale Haute Route is a grassroots all volunteer organization and a Colorado Nonprofit Corporation which offers what looks like a long distance backwoods trail system for hikers. They station Yurts along the route for overnight use as a place to sleep before moving on to the next stop or Yurt.

    “About Colorado's Highest Hut System. Our "Secret" little hut system offers the finest in winter back country self-reliance. Ski or snowshoe with your friends or family to any of the four Yurts in our hut system. We are proud to have been rated one of safest, most spectacular, and most remote hut systems in The Colorado Hut to Hut Guide by Brian Litz. The Hinsdale Haute Route is Colorado's highest hut system, located in the San Juan Mountains, along the Continental Divide high above the friendly little town of Lake City. Hinsdale Haute Route opened its first Yurt in the winter of 1991-92, and since that time we have added three more Yurts to the system. Hinsdale Haute Route is a Colorado non-profit organization, operated and maintained by volunteers. We operate with the help of the Colorado Trail Foundation. The Hinsdale Haute Route offers three yurts located high atop the Continental Divide, generally following the La Gartia Stock Drive trail. The system is generally safe from any major avalanches. Most of the hut system is at or above the timberline, and offers vistas of the Weminuche Wilderness to the southwest, five 14,000' peaks to west and northwest, as well as views of the La Garita Mountains to the east. Welcome!”
    Hinsdale Haute Route • PO Box 771 • Lake City, Colorado 81235 • Phone: (970) 944-2269 • grayj@lakecity.net
  10. Yurtco Yurts YURTCO   This company is located in British Columbia Canada. They do have a very beautiful website with lots of pictures of their product. The photo section of their website shows some beautiful examples of yurts they build.

    "YURTCO Yurts are available in sizes ranging from 8ft to 32ft in diameter, and every one is hand-crafted and uniquely designed just for you. Doors and windows (including glass windows) in styles and colors of your choice, are placed in locations to suit the landscape and your interior furnishings. The beautiful pole rafters are made from stained Lodge pole Pine. Fully insulated to withstand freezing cold temperatures, yurts are ideal for year-round living, including cottages, offices, galleries, studios, meditation centers, ski cabins, classrooms, retreats, gazebos and much more. YURTCO yurts are constructed of the finest quality materials available and are engineered to withstand high winds and heavy snow loads. Quality built in Canada, designed to last. . . your satisfaction is guaranteed!"

    Yurtco Manufacturing Inc • 15062-40th Avenue • Surrey, British Columbia • Canada V3S 0L2
    Toll Free: (866) 498-7826 • Phone: (604) 576-1890 • info@yurtco.com
  11. Small Yurt KAZAKH YURT   This Yurt business based in Kazakhstan make probably the most authentic looking Yurt product i have ever seen and i have not actually seen any Yurts. They certainly make a beautiful product.

    “We offer yurts for sale from Kazakhstan with a traditional interior. The size of this hand made yurt for sale is 5.5 meter (18ft). Height of a lateral wall - 175 cm (5ft 9in). Height in the center - about 4 meter (13ft). The yurt price includes all decorative elements: felting, yurt tent band . . . All which you see at the pictures. This yurt has been used by the Disney Company for production of a movie called "Three Moons Over Milford". A YURT is a transportable collapsible dwelling that came to us from ancient times. It consists of wooden framework, covered with felt. The framework ("kerege") forms walls of the dwelling made of latticed wooden poles: "uyuk" - long wooden poles serve as a cover for the upper spherical portion of the yurt: "shanrak" is the topmost open part of the yurt, serving as an outlet for the smoke raising from the hearth, for purposes of ventilation and scanty lighting of the yurt's interior. Depending on the air temperature the yurt is covered with two if not more layers of felt. The outermost layer is coated with flat for it to be impenetrable for rain or snow. The yurt's area ranges from 3 meter to 30-40 meter. Spherical form makes it an exceedingly heat-conserving dwelling. Right in the center of the yurt one finds a hearth with a cauldron ("kazan") suspended above. The main decoration of the yurt is carpets ("tekemets") made mostly of felt. The interior looks quite bright owing to a multitude of colorful carpet-strips and ribbons manufactured of wool (by fulling), of felt (by in-laying), of such other materials by weaving, embroidery, wicker-work, etc. Simplicity and feasibility of manufacture, easy and quick assembly, use of natural materials and high transportability turn a yurt into an ideal dwelling for a nomad. Even now you may encounter a yurt in the steppe. In case you are interested in buying a yurt, please contact us at info@bukhara-carpets.com about this matter.”
    Die-Wert S.a.r.l. • 16, rue du Pont • L-8087 Bertrange • Luxembourg • Phone: +352 621 391 477 • Skype: di-wert
    bukharacarpets@gmail.com
  12. White Yurt WILDWOOD CUMBRIA   Wildwood Cumbria are manufacturers of Yurts, or Gers, traditional portable dwellings that provide numerous and varied uses for those who are looking for cost-efficient, permanent or temporary sheltered space. Not a lot of good pictures of their product, but complete buying information available.

    “Our company background was in custom made joinery and furniture making, but diversified in 2001 when we began to replicate this ancient design, using modern materials and production techniques, for greater ease, speed, and safety of assembly and disassembly. Wildwood Cumbria began solely manufacturing Yurts and customized features for Yurts in 2002, when it became apparent that the structures could be used for such a wealth of purposes. The greater part of our business caters for clients who wish to purchase yurts for permanent use, however, we also supply our product to those who want to hire them for a one off event. Although fundamentally classed as a tent, yurts are far stronger and more efficient in their capacity to remain weatherproof all year round. Yurts are constructed using a lattice, circular framework and are therefore easy to put up, take down and store. As well as being available in a variety of different sizes, our yurts can be specifically adapted to suit a range of different personal or business needs. The unique shape of the yurt lends a feeling of tranquility, whether you need to house a wedding reception or you want to extend your capacity as a growing business. Whatever your need for a yurt might be, we are committed to blending our clients vision with our own specialist experience, to produce an environment that is beautiful, versatile and enduring.”
    Wildwood (Cumbria) • Fieldhead Farm, Great Strickland, Nr Penrith, Cumbria, United Kingdom CA10 3DU • Phone: 01931 712804 • Mobile: 077868 64516 • Fax: 01931 716840 • chris@wildwoodcumbria.com
  13. Pacific Yurts THE YURT   This website seems to have been up for a long time and contains a lot of useful information for those of you wishing to live in a Yurt full time, year round. Lots of good pictures of the Yurt foundation/platform building process.

    “The Yurt. Think of it as a high tech Mongolian teepee. I live in a yurt on an organic farm in the Willamette Valley in Western Oregon. I have lived here since the Fall of 1995. The cabin I had been living in was crumbling and in imminent danger of sliding into the river. I didn't want to move away from the farm so I needed to provide myself with some temporary living space. After some research, I discovered yurts. I had no idea that the temporary living space would be so wonderful that I would make it permanent.”
    glacier@agora.rdrop.com
  14. Yurt made from Greenwood THE YURT FACTORY   This slightly different type of Yurt framing material produces a very earthy feeling. Located in the UK, these Yurts are structures which are strong, economical and long-lasting and will withstand strong winds (no more foraging around looking for your accommodation after a storm!). They can be used for many purposes including,permanent homes, meditation spaces, saunas, information points, story-telling and puppet shows, and even tea and cake stalls!

    “We offer a unique opportunity to buy completely hand-crafted yurts made from 100% locally sourced, sustainable, and wherever possible, recycled materials. The green alternative for camping, festivals, concerts, etc. Our Yurts are made from ash or alder, depending on the size, and is locally sourced and sustainable. The trellis is 'sewn' together using hand knotted, recycled insulated copper wire, and finished with 2 coats of sikkens preservative. The coverings are made from cordura and canvas. Cordura is a surprisingly lightweight, waterproof material used by the military and many other organizations, and comes in a range of colors and patterns. The one on offer at the moment comes with khaki and olive drab coverings. We only include the outer covering in order to keep costs down which makes owning a yurt achievable on a budget. Our models are especially easy to erect and dismantle and come with free, detailed instructions. We can also provide you with a hands-on demonstration or provide an erection and delivery service.”

    Contact Offshoots on Phone: 01282 450270 or info@offshoots.org.uk
  15. Little Brown Yurt LAUREL NEST YURTS   Very interesting business located on the East coast in North Carolina. Very nice website. They are manufacturers of Yurts with an emphasis on custom Do-It-Yourself and help people find solutions to get them into a Yurt.

    “Laurel Nest Yurts is America's affordable yurt solution. We are committed to being a resource for yurts and yurt building information. Whether you wish to build your own yurt, or have us hand craft one for you, we take the time to make sure that you are informed about the choices you will make when acquiring a yurt. We want to make sure that your yurt is built to the standards you value. It is admirable to craft a beautiful and durable yurt out of the finest hardware, fabric, and wood. We realize that sometimes factors like cost, environmental impact, and availability of resources can play a major role in material selection. Subjects like sustainable harvesting of raw lumber, chemical toxins in synthetic fabrics, wood treatment options, and responsible shipping practices must be considered. Carefully looking at these choices will ensure that your finished yurt will be sustainable, affordable, and functional. It is for this reason that we feel that it is important to make customers aware of the impacts of their decisions and offer alternative solutions to these important questions.

    • We are committed to being a resource for yurts and yurt building information.
    • We are not concerned with selling the world a yurt, but rather with helping anyone that wants to experience the joys of spending time in a yurt get that opportunity.
    • We try to incorporate as many sustainable practices into our business as possible.
    • The already low price of our standard yurt reflects many “options”, and we allow the customer to remove features in order to lower the cost of the yurt. We make the yurts using materials that are readily available and fairly easy to acquire; this allows the customer to easily build or replace parts of their yurt.
    • We offer natural materials for yurt covers when local and state fire codes permit us to do so.
    We have many Do-It-Yourself options to help the customer reduce costs and allow them to feel the joy of helping to customize and create their own space. These opportunities include assembly options that will reduce the cost of shipping by reducing the size of the crate.
    • We offer different specialty models to appeal to a wide range of uses.
    • We offer Yurt building workshops to teach some of the techniques we have learned and openly share ideas of how to build more affordably.
    • We are continuously trying to localize production by helping to set up manufacturing facilities in many areas of the country and the world in an effort to reduce our carbon footprint.
    • We are continuously seeking the innovative knowledge and mental resources of all people to help the yurt design and our company evolve. We welcome any feedback or suggestions that you might have.”

    Laurel Nest Yurts • 264-1 Marlowe Dr • Mills River, NC 28759 • Toll Free: (877) 326-9878 • info@laurelnest.com
  16. Homemade Portable Yurt BUILD YOURSELF A PORTABLE HOME - A MONGOLIAN YURT
    Another homemade Yurt system presented with complete "you build" instructions... new addition on Instructables.com.

    “Yurt/Gher Construction 101. A guide to Building Yurts... or more specifically, how I built mine! Based on Knowledge Gained from "Doing it Myself", and reading about it on-line. I've now built three yurts, for myself and friends, and we go camping in Luxury in these a few times a year. If you like the outdoors, but you hate having to crawl around in pokey little tents then this one's for you! We sleep two of us in luxury in this tent, in a full queen-sized bed! Of course, sleeping on the floor, like a plastic tent, you could probably sleep 20 people, easily!. :-) We have dedicated hanging space for our clothes so they don't crumple or anything, and lockable boxes for our belongings (or a lock on the door works too!). When we invite other camping-inclined friends over for a party in our tent, we can comfortably fit 15-20 people in, sitting around on cushions and lounging on the bed and on the rugs on the floor. . . now that's what I can a party tent! :-) If you like pictures, please be sure to have a look at step 9 - it's got over 50 assembly photos on that step alone!”

    Instructables • 82 2nd ST • San Francisco, CA 94105 USA • info@instructables.com
  17. Mountain Wind Yurt Display Model MOUNTAIN WIND YURTS   Very simple rigid wall yurt. Relatively new business in Texas. Very strong design.

    “We are a small company based out of Cypress, Texas. These yurts came from a long string of small reasonable housing concepts. After searching and building many different designs we finally came across what we feel is the best and most reasonably priced small housing solution. We can offer a full 12' yurt complete with insulation, siding, a door and a window for less than half of what most yurt companies are getting for comparable units. We have experimented with many different housing solutions and other projects to try to increase the quality of life for ourselves and others. Our projects range from electric cars to Solar and Wind power solutions. It's important to us to be able to provide the highest quality products at the best possible prices. We are currently offering two different sizes of yurts, 12' and 16'. Every yurt we make comes complete with everything you need start to finish, with the exception of a level area and the cement blocks to set the yurt up on. Our yurts structure is 100% metal to make them strong, long lasting and easy to setup. They consist of two floor pans, two wall sections, 16 rafters and a compression ring. They can be built by 2-3 people in 4-5 hours depending on skill levels. From floor pans to the roof and insulation, you get everything. We are based out of Cypress, Texas and build yurts both in Texas and New Mexico. You won't find a better yurt for the price.”

    Mountain Wind Yurts • Cypress, Texas • Phone: (281) 807-3440 • Dave@mountainwindyurts.com
  18. Colorado Yurts THE COLORADO YURT COMPANY   One thing to say about this company is that they have been in business for quite awhile as far as i can tell. Nice website and good looking products with plenty of pictures of yurts in use.

    "At the Colorado Yurt Company we integrate a handcrafted wooden frame made from hand selected, stress rated lumber with state of the art industrial fabrics, to make our yurts strong and beautiful and fully engineered without losing sight of the simplicity, integrity, and beauty of the original Asian yurts. Eye pleasing, comfortable and secure, our yurts are unsurpassed in quality and detail. You will find our yurts on mountainsides and backyards; on beaches, prairies, and deserts; in the tropics, way up north, and the world over. Colorado Yurts can be tailored to meet whatever the climate or conditions require. Create the space you long for in a yurt: luxurious, simple, or somewhere in between. With its circular design and spacious interior, the yurt encourages both social activity and quiet contemplation. With a few friends, you can put a yurt up in a day or two. Wire it, heat it and plumb it just like a traditional home. Or go off the grid and live sustainably. Create big family meals in the kitchen. Add a bathroom or a luxurious spa. Based on the traditional Mongolian yurt, also known as a ger, the affordable, durable, modern yurt could be just what you're looking for!"

    The Colorado Yurt Company • 28 W South 4th ST • PO Box 1626 • Montrose CO 81402 • Toll Free: (800) 288-3190 • Phone: (970) 240-2111 • info@coloradoyurt.com
  19. Painted Yurt ULAANTAIJ MONGOLIAN YURTS   Alright, this is the real deal Bill Steel. Authentic Yurts made in Mongolia.

    “Welcome to Ulaantaij. We are the worlds No. 1 resource on Mongolian yurts. Here you will find a wealth of knowledge on yurt style, design, quality, history and more. What's a yurt for? Cool in summer, warm in winter. Yurts range from 13 - 52 feet in diameter. Great as a weekend getaway, children's play house, spare room, permanent or temporary housing, yoga or meditation space, party venue, campground rentals and more. Ulaantaij - Bringing Mongolia to the World. It's seems to be the norm for foreign companies entering third world markets to exploit the country, it's workforce, the environment and sidestep government regulations. Nike, Asda, B&Q, Rio Tinto have all done or are continuing to do it. Get rich quick , grab it now, take it over, cut costs, amalgamate it, all hidden behind the term "shareholder value". We obviously do not agree with this and aim to ensure that we treat our workforce with respect and dignity. Paying a fair days wage for a fair days work. Equal opportunities to all, race, sex, religion or social background play no part in our company. We help those without a trade to learn one. We ensure we meet and exceed our social and health care obligations to our workforce. We act as a model corporate citizen of Mongolia. We source all our wood from government approved sources. We will not use illegally logged wood. We ensure all waste materials are recycled or used in a socially responsible manner.”

    Ulaantaij • Bayanzurkh District • 6th Koroo Dorjin Road • Ulaanbaatar MONGOLIA • Phone: (976) 9982 7621 (English) • information@ulaantaij.com
  20. Dorset Yurts JESSOP YURTS   This is basically Mike Jessop's online business card. Not a lot of info here but check it out anyway.

    “Yurts for sale or hire. Handmade yurts by Mike Jessop, Dorset-based yurt designer/maker. Mike Jessop makes yurts - small or large - for sale or hire in Dorset and nationwide. Mike is based in West Dorset and is a true yurt enthusiast, bringing his customary enthusiasm and energy to the craft of yurt making. The yurts he makes are for sale or hire - whether you're in Dorset, or anywhere else come to that! So, if you are looking to hire a yurt for that special party or event, or if you'd like to commission Mike to make a yurt for you, just give him a ring or write to:”


    Dorset Yurts • Mike Jessop • 3 Lewesdon Close • Beaminster Dorset DT8 3DE UK • Phone: 01308 863484 • jessop.yurt@btinternet.com
  21. Yurt 6m Diameter CANVAS & CAST   Nice family business located in the UK.

    “Canvas and Cast is a small but perfectly formed company dealing in the importing and wholesale distribution of a range of carefully sourced canvas and cast iron products, a selection of which are featured here on this website. Canvas & Cast are happy to discuss all individual yurt, bell tent or Tipi orders with customers to ensure complete satisfaction. We can deliver your yurt or bell tent anywhere in the UK. We have striven to produce the finest Yurt on the market, and we back that up with first rate after sales care. We offer a no quibble 12 month guarantee, and will replace any tent that develops a fault. Come and see our full range of Yurts, and we will be happy to discuss any requirements or questions you may have. Contact us to arrange a visit. Check out our Gallery for a proper look at what we offer. (more photos are added all the time, its often the first place that you will see a new product). We are happy to cater for individual requirements, such as GREEN Yurts(!) coming soon. Finally, if you wish to see a Swatch Sample of our 350gm Canvas, call us up and we will send you one. All our products have been rigorously field tested before becoming available. Based down in South Devon we aim to provide great products at great prices, with great service thrown in for good measure. Our HQ is an old flower nursery and cricket pavilion of two acres where we hand finish , pack and distribute each product. Please come and visit us and see all of our products on display.”

    Canvas & Cast • Ogwell Green • Ogwell Devon UK • Phone: 01626 363507
    sales@canvasandcast.com
  22. Yurt Info Book YURT INFO DOT ORG   This is the website of the author of a yurt blog and this website. Yurtinfo.org was created by author Becky Kemery as a companion website to her book Yurts: Living in the Round. The purpose of this site is to be a comprehensive educational website on yurts providing both information and inspiration and assisting the worldwide yurt community in making connections.

    “Yurtinfo.org is a not-for-profit site created to share yurt information and assist the worldwide yurt community in making connections. We will continue to expand this site as the yurt movement expands. We welcome your questions, feedback and any information you'd like to share with the yurt community. While researching gers and yurts for her book YURT: Living in the Round, author Becky Kemery realized the need for a central informative, comprehensive website on yurts. So yurtsource.com was born and later was renamed yurtinfo.org. Becky Kemery has lived in yurts for many years in the mountains of the American Northwest. Her book, YURTS: Living in the Round, was completed while living in her own portable fabric yurt on a permaculture homestead in North Idaho. Becky's articles on sustainable building are available online at Alternatives Magazine and Hopedance. She continues to speak about yurts around the country.”

    Yurtinfo.org • PO Box 1154 • Sandpoint ID 83864 USA • becky@yurtinfo.org.
  23. Yurta.ca YURTA   I like this yurt a lot. They can use a synthetic covering on this yurt. It is highly portable, very lightweight.

    “Welcome to YURTA (Canada), the website of a unique contemporary shelter that is: Steadfast, Quick to install, Light-weight, Easy to transport, Minimal in footprint. The YURTA is an original design developed to provide a strong yet truly portable dwelling that is rooted in nomadic tradition. Traditional yurts are considered to be portable structures. If you require a shelter that will provide a very comfortable space with a capacity to be easily moved then YURTA is the right choice. Our goal is to build strong, comfortable and inspiring living spaces in the best of tent making tradition. We make one size and we make it well. The Yurta with insulation weights 380lbs/ 172kg and can be set-up or taken-down by 2 people in about 2 hours. We offer a 17' / 5.2m (diameter) Yurta with 2 wall height options. It features 3 large windows and a large operable dome. For larger spatial needs we recommend interconnecting multiple units. Please browse through this site to discover the many unique features of YURTA and contact us directly with any questions that you may have. We have been designing, developing and making the yurta since 2004 in Lanark Highlands, Ontario on the picturesque outskirts of Canada's Capital Region. These little buildings are a source of inspiration and creative drive. We believe that even micro-architecture can be great. We strive to produce the yurta in a conscientious manner with respect to the client, community and environment. Our rural based studio is the hub where we design, develop, test and produce the Yurta. Several components are out-sourced and made for us specifically by other trades such as carpenters and metal smiths. We support small independent local shops and rely on their workmanship to meet the high standards that we have come to expect. The proximity between design and production allows us to maintain attention to detail and quality as well as the expertise to customize and develop a specific variation. Our covers and insulation are sewn in-house as one of the more challenging parts of creating a yurta. There are many options in material choices and finishes. The main structure, visible on the inside, is made of wood; showcasing the natural feel and aesthetic qualities of the Yurta (such as the frame). The outer covers are sewn with great care and precision and can be made of various materials, like marine canvas or polyesters. Above all, we are here to offer continued support to all our clients past and present. Give us a call!”   —Marcin Padlewski & Anissa Szeto-Padlewska

    Yurta • Lanark Highlands • Ontario Canada • Toll Free: (877) 213-3099 • Phone: (613) 256-7442
    yurts@bakerygroup.com
  24. Nomadic Yurts NOMADIC YURTS   New Zealand based yurt business also will be offering a Yurt hotel: "Comfortable Eco-friendly Mongolian Yurt style accommodation on the Otago Central Rail Trail, Aotearoa, New Zealand. (Website under construction - Yurt Hotel is planned to be opening October 2009 - watch this space)."

    “Genuine Mongolian Gers for sale in New Zealand.
    The Benefits are:
    -Easily relocatable with minimal impact on the environment.
    -Simple, traditional Mongolia design, tried, tested and improved over thousands of years.
    -Beautiful, intricate paintings on the door, uprights, center piece and radial poles.
    -Traditional designs on the internal fabric and the external canvas.
    -Thick felt insulation.”

    Mike Bacchus • mike@bacchus.co.nz • Contact Form
  25. Nomad Shelter NOMAD SHELTER   This is a quality looking outfit. Based in Homer, Alaska for sales in Alaska and from their base at the dock in Seattle, Washington for shipments going to the lower 48 states.

    “Yurts by Alaskan Yurt Manufacturer Nomad Shelter - Quality Alaskan Yurts. We at Nomad Shelter build, sell and rent the toughest yurts available for sale. They are the most comfortable, aesthetically inviting experience in low-impact living. Our Yurts are perfect for extreme weather camping or as primary residences in all climates and conditions - We've drawn on 20 years of personal experience building and living safely in Yurts in communities all over Alaska, and perfected our design with trial, error, and professional engineering. Our yurts have been tested and proven in some of the harshest environments found anywhere. Our yurts are perfect for extreme weather. They are among the toughest, most versatile portable shelters for sale. We and our many customers have, and continue to live, comfortably in our Yurts in almost every Alaskan climate. Each of these distinct environmental challenges has forced our engineering to adapt and modify. We have no "Light Duty" model. Our basic design is a culmination of years of intense trial and adaptation to extreme weather.”
    Nomad Shelter Inc • 389 Grubstake Ave #1 • Homer AK 99603 • Phone: (907) 235-0132 • Contact Form
  26. Yurt Picture YURT WORKSHOP   This yurt building business is located in the United Kingdom. They mention on their website they ship to any place around Europe. Maybe they would ship to the US if a buyer was willing to pay the cost which might be quite high.

    “Rob and Ratna first learned yurt making from one of the UKs most experienced yurt makers and then traveled to central Asia to continue training and refining their technique and design. Our aim is to bring quality and authenticity to European made yurts. Often we have found European yurts to lack attention to detail and to overlook some of the essential characteristics of the yurt. As one of Europe's best known yurt makers we strive to bring you the best. We welcome you to visit us and stay in one of our yurts, visit the workshops and find out about our work.”

    Yurt Workshop • Contact Form
  27. Little Foot Yurts LITTLE FOOT YURTS   This traditional yurt manufacturer is based in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada. They seem to build their product from scratch, just about. Everything is homemade.

    "Why Choose a Little Foot Yurt? We are a small family business blending our artistic skills of green woodworking, textiles and ancient building techniques to provide quality traditional style yurts. Simple design allows clients to set up and dismantle with ease. By utilizing round wood we create beautifully hand crafted yurts each one unique and individual. Hand made yurts use less resources and energy to provide a very strong long lasting shelter. We use an Egyptian weave cotton canvas for our coverings which does not produce off gases or capture condensation on the inside of the yurt. We support local well-managed woodlots that practice horse logging (Lance Bishop's farms in Kentville) and support local business (Schooner Rope & Line in Lunenburg). We practice and promote coppicing: a sustainable silver culture practice. We use ancient building techniques such as riving, steam bending & ironmongery to build our yurts."

    Selene and Alex Cole • RR#1 1459 White Rock Road • Wolfville, Nova Scotia Canada B4P 2R1
    Phone: (902) 670-4556 • info@lfy.ca
  28. GerTee Portable Yurt GERTEE   Another homemade portable yurt from instructables.com. This article submitted by "AlaskanTentLady".

    “GerTee - Portable tent home made of recycled materials. Gertees are round houses made of sticks and poles tied together with zipties and covered with cloth or other materials. Each one is as unique as the owner who builds it. All ger/yurts can be tailor made to fit any kind of budget. Many builders world-wide offer varieties of the yurt at prices ranging from 2 to 25K. My variations, based on the original Mongolian Ger design, expand the concept to include more people who don't have the 2K. American made, high end yurts are so well constructed and modern they are getting HUD approval. In English towns residents are overturning municipal codes prohibiting odd looking tent homes. Yurts are a growing option for camping in National Parks and Wilderness areas. They also have an emerging fan base in the sustainable development-green community. These may be perfect for creative people who want to try something new or they may be an optional shelter for homeless disaster victims in areas full of scrap lumber and salvageable materials. People from all backgrounds and income brackets can build these very comfortable little round home for themselves, and even the lowest end ones are very cute and sturdy.”

    Instructables • 82 2nd ST • San Francisco, California 94105 USA • info@instructables.com
  29. Smiling Wood Yurts SMILING WOOD YURTS   They describe themselves as: "Makers of fine handcrafted wooden yurts".

    “We are a small family owned and operated business located near the small town of Twisp, in the beautiful Methow Valley, on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains in North Central Washington State. We have been in the business of designing and building unique homes, custom cabinets and fine furniture for over 25 years. Round and out of the ordinary has been the main theme of our creations. We have put all of our learned skills and knowledge to use in the design and creation of our yurts. Our yurts are built with the highest quality construction grade lumber available. The walls are 2x4 construction with an optional upgrade to 2x6 if you need the extra space for more insulation. The walls are sheathed with a 1/2" shear panel, covered with a vapor barrier and sided with 1x6 tongue and groove western red cedar. (All wood components exposed to the weather are western red cedar). The walls are screwed to each other and to the floor. A cable secures the tops of the walls together. The rafters are structural 2x4 or 2x6 Douglas fir or stress tested lumber, with the optional upgrade to 2x8 if you need more insulation or roof load capacity. The central compression ring is laminated of three to eight layers of Douglas fir lumber, twelve pieces each in each layer, glued and screwed together. Rafters are bolted to the top plates of the walls and pinned/bolted to the compression ring. A cable holds the rafters in firmly to the compression ring. Eaves and bird blocking are made of western red cedar and screwed to the rafters. The metal roof is 22 gauge galvanized metal, which can be painted. It is secured to the roof structure with roofing screws and bolts.”

    Smiling Wood Yurts • Phone: (509) 997-2180 • Contact Form
  30. Fiberglass Yurt FIBERGLASS YURTS   I think this business is located in Norfolk, Nebraska. This is a very unique product, maybe this business has no competition that i know of. The system is comprised of fiberglass reinforced plastic much like the hull of a fiberglass boat or automobile body.

    “Alternative Buildings is your supplier for truly unique and innovative buildings, utilizing an insulated fiberglass panel system. Our new modern composite Yurt assembles fast, is easily customized, and best of all, the cost is very affordable. We have several sizes and options to choose from, making it possible to fit almost any budget.

    Fiberglass Yurt Applications:

    Residential: As a permanent equity building or money saving family home.
    Recreational: As a second home, hunting lodge, or campsite.
    Temporary Shelter: As an emergency and short term structure. (Assemble in 4 to 6 hours with hand tools even in remote locations.)
    Industrial/Commercial: As an equipment shelter, supply storage, retail shop, temporary office, etc.
    Yurt Design Services offered.
    Custom Design: We offer custom design services to help personalize your Yurt.
    Customized Rent-To-Own Program: Custom tailored programs available for all fiberglass yurts.
    Range of Available Sizes: Sizes range from 15.4' diameter, 181 SF to 51.3' diameter, 2011 SF. Other sizes available. Cost-effective: Unparalleled pricing starts at around $15 per square foot.”

    Alternative Buildings • Phone: (402) 844-3814 • Contact Form
  31. Burningman Yurt YURT WITHOUT STEEL   For those of you who are low on cash but still want your own personal Yurt, maybe this is the way to go for you. This piece copied from the Instructables website.

    “I built this 10 foot diameter yurt without metal fasteners from free materials. It has the same proportions as the "standard" Mongolian ger scaled down. The varnished wood and white liner give it a marvelous feeling inside. Lots of people told me this was the best shelter they'd seen at Burningman.
    Yurt" is the Russian word. "Ger" is the Mongolian.
    Most of the wooden parts are sawed from the slats of a futon couch. The wall lattice pivots are knotted cord. The door frame is made from hockey sticks. The smoke ring is an aluminum bicycle rim. At Burning Man I set the yurt up on top of my truck's lumber rack on a platform of redwood boards. That enabled us to drive around and move camp easily.”

    Instructables • 82 2nd ST • San Francisco, California 94105 USA • info@instructables.com
  32. Woodland Yurts WOODLAND YURTS   This is a very nice website located in the UK (England) with some information about building your own yurt and they also have a book about yurts called "The Complete Yurt Handbook" by Paul King.

    “Woodland Yurts makes a variety of nomadic tents to the highest standards. Each yurt frame is hand built using selected hardwoods from the local community forest. Each proofed cotton cover is tailored to fit its frame exactly. We make yurts in a variety of styles and sizes, all of which have been tried and tested over many years. The proprietor, Paul King has been making yurts since 1991, has studied yurt making in Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan and is the author of three books on the subject. If you prefer to build your own yurt this site will tell you how. If you are studying yurts this site will give a wealth of information.”

    Woodland Yurts • 80 Coleridge Vale Road South • Clevedon • North Somerset BS21 6PG UK
    Phone: (home) +44 (0)1275 879705 / (workshop) 07969 451009 • yurts@woodlandyurts.co.uk
  33. Go Yurt GO YURT   This appears to be an outstanding product. Give these folks a try. Looks to be a new and very well designed portable yurt system. Made in Oregon and shipped anywhere.

    “Our shelters are the only yurts available that are focused on being highly portable and lightweight. Our design is completely unique, and offers many advantages for those looking for a yurt that can go anywhere. Hand finished in limited quantities, each GoYurt shelter is individually numbered. Mindful of our impact on the environment, we have done our best to make our shelters from renewable and recyclable materials that are made to last. We currently offer a 13ft diameter yurt which can be setup by one person. This size is a great balance between size and weight. 11 foot and 16 foot versions are in development. We are considering building even larger yurts using our system, but are staying focused on highly portable structures right now.”

    GoYurt • Portland, Oregon • Toll Free: (877) 446-9878 • info@goyurt.com
  34. Nomad Yurt THE NOMAD YURT   I have had this link up for quite awhile and i think Stephanie has changed her business plan slightly and now rents these Nomad Yurt units out to the general public.

    "The Nomad was designed by Ecoshack founder Stephanie Smith using a "materials reduction" approach. Many of the materials used to make the Nomad are green, including bamboo, WeatherMAX, and Plyboo. You can Rent the Nomad Yurt. Contact us to rent an eco-luxurious Nomad Yurt for an event, trade show or wedding. With a roomy circular interior, a central opening for sunlight and breeze, and a rich material palette, yurts create a unique – even magical – experience of rest and relaxation for those who inhabit them. Used for centuries, perfect for today. During the day the Nomad offers shade and relaxation. At night, light the interior to create a magical private room. Features: Intimate atmosphere yet roomy. 160 SF of fully enclosed extra space. 8' tall and 14' wide, seats 10 – 12. Hand-carved, beautifully detailed bamboo frame. Polished modular wood floor. Weather-resistant, fire-resistant commercial-grade cover (and crown cover) to protect from rain. Portable, easy to assemble, disassemble, move, and store. Affordable rental rates. Transport and assembly included. Southern California area only. The Nomad has been featured in the NYTimes, LATimes, Dwell Magazine, on numerous blogs and more. It's been featured at Dwell on Design and ISPA trade shows, and on the patio at Fred Segal Santa Monica, among many other locations. Contact us to schedule a rental."

    Ecoshack • Contact Form
  35. Hexayurt HEXAYURT   This website is pretty neat and shows a new method of building a very low cost personal dwelling.

    “The Hexayurt is a prize-winning shelter you can build yourself for about $200. Suitable raw materials include common building materials ( fire safe insulation boards), hexacomb cardboard and plastic. You cut six 4' x 8' panels in half diagonally to make the roof, and use six more whole panels to form the walls. It takes about two hours. The design is in the public domain. Different materials are appropriate for different uses - insulation, extended life, low cost, durability in extreme environments and so on. The design is in the public domain, and is in active development as a Free/Open Source style project. The Hexayurt Project also includes groundbreaking work on providing simple services like interior lighting at incredibly low cost.”   —Vinay Gupta

    Vinay Gupta • London, England • hexayurt@gmail.com
  36. Geo-lite GEO-LITE SYSTEMS   This company sells a yurt style dwelling using wood panels for walls.

    “The standard Geo-Lite hybrid-yurt style dwelling are wood-frame units which can be installed in one day; steel-framed units in 1-1/2 days. Geo-Lite Systems sells plans and rapid set-up kits for hybrid, yurt-like dwellings with or without utility packages. Utility packages include self-contained systems, systems for connection to conventional utilities and conversion modules which add utilities to shell-type structures made by others. Exterior walls of all units are composed of 4' x 7' panels arranged edge-to-edge in a circle. Panels in wood-framed units are framed with wood. The wood frame is left exposed on the inside and no insulation is included. Panels in steel-framed models are framed with 13-16 gauge steel. The interior wall surface of steel-framed units is pre-finished wood paneling. Polyisocyanurate insulation is installed in the wall cavities of steel-framed units. Exposed wood components of all models are finished with a cedar color stain / sealer. The standard roof is made from a vinyl / polyester architectural-grade fabric with a rip-stop composition. Rafters in wood-framed units are wood. Rafters; in steel-framed models are steel tubing. Windows are glazed units in hopper or awning style. All windows are fully openable from inside the dwelling. Doors are glazed, raised-panel type. Windows and doors are available primed for painting or finished with a cedar color stain / sealer. Geo-Lite units can be disassembled and relocated, as desired, or left in place permanently. They are made from building materials equivalent to those used in conventional structures and, with appropriate maintenance, will last just as long.”

    Geo-Lite Systems • Phone: (310) 216-0135 • geo-lite@ca.rr.com
  37. New 20Ft Gertee Yurt BUILDING A NEW 20 FOOT GERTEE   This is the same party (AlaskanTentLady) who submitted a previous article into Instructables about their GerTee Yurt. But, this is a new improved version for your education and enjoyment.

    “In the spring of 2008 we built a 20x24' wooden platform for a whole new 20 foot gertee. The walls are 7 feet high, the center height is 12 feet, and there's a 4 foot wide roofring with a recycled plastic window covering the hole. Some of the materials for this one were new, i.e. the white marine duck canvas outside wall cover and the 30' pool cover tarp used on the outside roof. Inside the roof is a layer of used parachute. In October I added an inside layer of painter's plastic and covered it with recycled and new RadiantGuard. This gertee was Camp Redington's Alaskan Peoples Museum all summer. We began modifying it into a winter home in late September. The remodel is ongoing. A special thanks to Tim Redington for his carpentry skills and especially for giving us a place to build our weird little huts. We never could have done this without his assistance. His quirky Alaskan pioneer's knack for recycling materials continues to amaze me. This 20 foot model cost $600.00 in wood for the platform, $300.00 in lumber for the frame, approximately $300.00 for exterior coverings and another $300.00 in misc used and new materials. The cost of the recycled materials: priceless.”

    Instructables • 82 2nd ST • San Francisco, California 94105 USA • info@instructables.com
  38. Yome RED SKY SHELTERS   Home of the Yome. Part Yurt, Part Dome - the Yome by Red Sky Shelters is the Affordable Portable Living Shelter.

    "From ancient principles to modern technology, our ultra stable triangular support framework combines the best of both yurts and domes. Like a yurt, the sides are nearly vertical, maximizing the usable space within. Inside, the tallest people can stand comfortably, even near the walls. The roof and walls are made of different materials; one of heavy-duty coated fabric to shed rain, the other specially-treated to be breathable, allowing excess moisture to escape. And both are fire, water and mildew-resistant.
    The dome part of a Yome is based on the same principles pioneered by Buckminster Fuller in his famous Geodesic Dome. No fence-like latticework covers the walls and windows, as in a yurt. And the whole thing is portable, fitting easily into most vehicles and can be set up or taken down by two or three people in a matter of hours."
    Red Sky Shelters • 2002 Riverside Dr 42h • Asheville NC 28804 • Phone: (828) 258-8417 • redskyshelters@gmail.com
  39. Rainier Yurts RAINIER YURTS   Check out their new "Heavy Duty Sparrow Model".

    “Why Buy a Rainier Yurt? When you buy a Rainier yurt, you get integrity, quality, history, experience and technical expertise. Rainier has been in business for over 100 years, delivering outstanding customer satisfaction. Engineering: Rainier yurts are unique in that they are engineered to meet the new International Building Codes (IBC). Our yurts are engineered for up to 100-pound snow loads and for winds of 90 miles per hour. Walls: At 7' 4", our walls are about a foot-and-a-half taller than other yurts, making the Rainier Yurt open and expansive not stooped or cramped. Our doors are standard, full-height. Wall styles: The Rainier Eagle model yurt is uniquely designed with modular panels. The zip-together panels make it easier to position your windows to take the best advantage of sun or shade, as the seasons change. Modular panels are easy to replace, too, if they are damaged. This also makes it easy to carry the pieces of your yurt into a remote site for set up. The Rainier Raven model yurt is designed more traditionally, with windows sewn in your specified location. Lattice: Rainier yurts engineer so well because our lattice is the strongest in the industry. Doors: Our doors use thermal glass. This provides better insulation, less condensation and a surface that cleans easily without scratching. Cables: The structural integrity of any yurt depends upon the perimeter tension cable that connects the rafters to the wall lattice. Rainier cables are pre-tensioned to prevent future sagging. Rafters: Our lumber is Douglas Fir, hand-selected by our craftsmen; any wood without clear, straight grain is rejected. Each rafter is then sanded and oiled for long-lasting beauty. Compression Rings: Rainier rings are engineered, structurally designed and beautifully crafted. Both Rainier Yurt models feature our exclusive ring/rafter locking system, assuring the stability of your yurt. Each ring forms a perfect circle to match the circle of the yurt itself. Standard roof fabrics: Rainier yurts use top-quality structural fabrics with an acrylic top coat, for roofs. They are warranted for up to 15 years. These fabrics are commonly used in tensile structures, in which fabric spans are self supported between cables or masts. Upgrade roof fabric: Our most common upgrade is to the roof fabric. For a nominal cost, you can get a heavier acrylic vinyl, top-coated structural fabric with a 15-year warranty. Roof and wall Insulation: Rainier uses Low-E, the number one-selling reflective insulation in the country. Roof liner: We use 100% cotton army duck in our Eagle model yurt. Because this is a natural fabric, it absorbs moisture, and then dries out naturally, preventing condensation inside your yurt. The Raven yurt uses a more typical, long life polyester liner. Roof cinching system: Rainier yurts come with a simple, fool-proof method to cinch the roof to the wall. Our cord is easy to lace and keep clean. Both the Eagle and Raven yurt systems match grommets with the rafters and lattice for easy installation, better tensioning and attractive finished appearance. Wall fabrics: Rainier's yurt walls are made with premium grade fabrics with superior coatings and warranties. Our walls are cotton/polyester fabrics with acrylic top coats. Windows: Windows are precisely pre-designed and located to assure perfect fit and alignment. Bottom-of-wall attachment. Rainier walls wrap and cinch under the deck to provide better wall tensioning and a secure seal against weather and insects.”

    Rainer Yurts • 18375 Olympic Avenue South • Tukwila, WA 98188 • Toll Free: (800) 869-7162 / (866) 839-8787 • Phone: (425) 251-1800 • Fax: (425) 251-5065 • Contact Form
  40. Yurt People CALIFORNIA YURTS   This business is located in Talmage, California. It is the product of one man named "David Raitt". It looks to me that all his Yurts are made using wood throughout including the siding and are not portable. They make for great home office or home studios, extra bedrooms or small guest house.

    "The Yurt People by definition consist of individuals and groups who dwell in and construct Yurts. Yurts are inherently different than other forms of shelter. The primary difference is that this form of architecture utilizes the ancient principles and wisdom of tension and compression used in the traditional felt covered Yurt. Through the efforts of the Yurt People, the Yurt has evolved using these same principles of tension and compression using modern earth friendly engineered materials. To yurt, is to dwell in a circle with social design."

    California Yurts Inc • PO Box 18 Talmage, CA 95481 • 2101 Wellmar Drive • Ukiah, CA 95481 • Toll Free: (888) 225-9878 • Cell: (707) 319-3267 / (707) 468-0876 • cayurt@saber.net
  41. Glen-Sha's Gher HOW WE MADE OUR OWN GHER OR YURT   This is a one page website while even though there is not a lot of information - there is some good stuff which may spark an idea into your Yurt building project.

    “This page is intended to give out information that we have gathered on our quest for a Yurt, and is not intended to be historically accurate. Where possible I try to note the historical method (Historical), the way we did it (We Did), the way other people did it (Other People Did), and what did not work (Don't). Now including improvements that we have made (Update). Our Gher is about 15' diameter, with 5'6" walls and a total height of about 9'. Where possible I will note the quantity and sizes of the materials we used, but the best way to do it is by starting with a rough plan and measure for the tarps when the rest is done. ”

    Glen-Sha's Gher Page • No Contact Information
  42. Pacific Yurts PACIFIC YURTS   This company has been around for quite awhile and is quite famous. They have a very informational website with lots of pictures. "Standard Features - All Models: Lattice Wall: Expandable, clear, kiln dried, Douglas fir lath. Finished with a wood penetrating oil: assembled with aluminum "pop-rivets". Standard height is 6ft; optional tall height is approximately 7ft. Rafters: High quality, structural grade Douglas fir, sanded and finished with a wood penetrating oil: hardened steel pins are inserted in ends which fit into holes in center ring. Center Ring: Beautiful laminated Douglas fir compression ring finished with a wood penetrating oil: through-bolted for additional strength. Door & Frame: Beautiful solid wood door with inset cedar panels, comes pre-hung in a frame laminated for extra strength. Includes solid brass hinges and quality lockset with lifetime warranty. Standard door height is 67", optional tall height is 76". Dome: Durable, low maintenance, 1/4" clear acrylic dome. Optional opener available for extra ventilation. Tension Cable: 1/4" aircraft quality galvanized steel, 7000 LB breaking strength for 20', 24' and 30' yurts; 3/16" with 4200 LB breaking strength for 12', 14' and 16' yurts. Windows: Two large windows (54"x45"). Made of clear vinyl, framed in high UV resistant 2" marine quality velcro. Windows include weather flaps and sewn-in screens. Top Cover: Standard top cover comes with 10 year warranty. This flame retardant vinyl laminate provides excellent durability, low maintenance and protection from the elements. Overhead top seams are electronically bonded together instead of being machine sewn and are impervious to moisture. Our optional heavy duty top cover has a material manufactures warranty of 15 years. Side Cover: Standard side cover is an acrylic coated 100% polyester fabric that provides exceptional strength, durability and low maintenance; easy clip-on design. Detailed Instructions for setting up. Platform construction plans included. Terms: 50% minimum deposit required with your order; balance upon notification that your yurt is ready for shipment. visa/mastercard/discover accepted. 20% restock charge on canceled invoice total. Because of fluctuating costs, all prices are subject to change without notice."
    Pacific Yurts Inc • 77456 Hwy 99 South • Cottage Grove, OR 97424 USA • Toll Free: (800) 944-0240
    Phone: (541) 942-9435 (USA country code: 001) • Fax: (541) 942-0508 • Contact Form
  43. Yurt ALBION CANVAS COMPANY   This company located in England has some of the coolest designs in tents and yurts and other canvas shelter items.

    “Welcome to the home of real tents! Traditional cotton canvas, oiled timber poles and frames, ropes, finials and wood pegs. We design and custom build all sorts of tented structures for camping, the garden, events, fixed luxury tented accommodation, film and TV. Browse through our extensive range of beautifully engineered and finished canvas tents. There's something for everyone here; from classic ridge tents through to top of the range yurts and tipis. Plus if you cant see exactly what you are after we should be able to make it for you. If you own a campsite or land and are looking to diversify, eco-tourism is a growing industry. With our knowledge of camping, experience in supplying campsites and land owners, plus our long standing service record why not give us a call to discuss the possibilities of starting your own luxury tented accommodation business or request one of our free quick guides. Don't forget, if you register on our site you will receive advanced notification of new developments and get additional registered customer only offers.”
    Albion Canvas Co • Unit 146 Anna Mill Business Park • Wrangaton Devon. TQ10 9HQ UK • Local Phone: 0845 456 9290 or 01364 649101 • International Phone: + 44 (0) 1364 649101 • enquiries@albioncanvas.co.uk
  44. Yurt Works Wolf Creek OREGON YURTWORKS   Pictured is their new 14ft diameter "Wolf Creek Series". I think these people make yurts out of wood and they are not portable. They are located in Eugene Oregon.

    “Yurts may be a new idea to some but what Genghis Khan started hundreds of years ago Oregon Yurtworks has refined into state-of-the-art modular round homes. What modern physics recognizes as the strongest simple shape, we feel is also the most striking to the soul - round homes feel great! Within these pages Oregon Yurtworks is pleased to show you some amazing and alluring images to spark your imagination and tantalize your senses. From the ultimate in custom pre-fabricated homes to a refreshing new take on the term "vacation home", we redefine what you thought kit houses were all about.”

    Oregon Yurtworks LLC, DBA Mindful Living • 1285 Wallis Street • Eugene, Oregon 97402 USA • Phone: (541) 343-5330 • Toll free: (800) 211-8470 • Fax: (541) 342-6938
  45. Singing Horse Designs SINGING HORSE DESIGNS   This man is no longer making Yurts for retail sales, but leaves the website up as a public information service.

    Makers of "The Portable Camping Yurt" for long or short term camping and Outdoor Activities.

    "Welcome to Singing Horse Designs, home of "The Ger".

    Dear Friends,
    After a 6 year run, I find that worldly considerations are making it impossible for me to continue operating Singing Horse Designs with the energy and focus it requires and deserves. As of March 1st, 2005 I am ceasing my retail operations.
    Customers: Please be assured that Gers-in-process will be completed and shipped. I will continue to be a source of standard replacement parts for at least another year.
    At some time in the future, I may be offering complete plans and instructions for Ger construction, based on what I have learned since building my first Ger in 1985 and the 40-plus I've made for others since then. I intend to maintain this webpage as an ongoing reference for those considering building their own Ger, or who are simply seeking more information on these wonderful structures...
    To those who have freely given their guidance and support, I give my sincere thanks."   —TR King, Singing Horse Designs

    Singing Horse Designs • PO Box 1915 • Kent, Ohio 44240 USA • Phone: (330) 678-0011

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