Pushing The Envelope: The Dome Builder's Handbook

Interested in building geodesic domes? Well, whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced dome-builder, this is the book for you. InPushing the Envelope: The Dome-Builder’s Handbook, veteran builder of domes Paul Robinson pours 22 years of construction experience and innovation into a unique, comprehensive and easily-accessible guide designed to help get your dream project underway, whatever your level of expertise. Sections on materials, engineering, build methods and design are accompanied by a wealth of detailed maps with measurements that simplify even the most complicated of geometry. Pushing the Envelope also includes QR links to an ever-expanding library of dedicated online content such as videos, master-classes and dome plans. Pushing the Envelope: The Dome-Builder’s Handbook is the most comprehensive guide to constructing these fascinating structures for decades, from an internationally renowned expert in the field. Paul’s YouTube videos and dome plans have helped thousands of builders construct domes for a multitude of uses all over the world. Then there are his own projects, which range from an immense roof on a skyscraper in Panama to World Cup decorations in the halls of Harrods, London. Now, with this book, his knowledge can accompany you in the workshop, too.