People usually want a kit cost thinking it will tell them something about a ballpark cost without getting first, complimentary, a sketch of a plan that might work for them, on their land.  We suggest you ask locally, what the per square foot is for the home only, not land, of a home you like in your area and figure the dome is $20 or $10 or $5 a square foot less (based on foundation type that impacts HVAC) than what you are comparing in your area.  Considerations about contributed labor and upgrades in finishes beyond carpet and vinyl on the floor, laminate on the countertops and standard plumbing and electric will give us a per square foot you can use as a planning number for a budget.

Our current 60-page plan book, part of the $15 catalog package, was reworked summer of 02 and includes plans formerly on our site. Below are evolved or newer plans. You can download and edit with just about any drawing program, however a ten minute guided conversation (at my phone expense) gives us the information to present a sketch (N/C) for your review. We then take verbal feedback and modify the sketch, often, several times. Your sketch and a budget proceed authorizing a design agreement for plans (permit/building/bids). Plans come before talking to a builder, bank and planning department about your project.

Connors 35-15 is based on

Zevely that was improved for

                       Wilson...

The series has over 400 sq. ft. of garage in the lower level with room for a small bedroom, bath/laundry and hobby space. This newer idea uses a 400 sq. ft. garage for more spacious recreation room. The main and loft, w/without a PVR have one to three bedroom options, main bath w/without powder room, sometimes even the laundry next to the kitchen. The 35' dome is as much as 2,453 sq. ft. including a garage of from 250-403 sq. ft. With no lower level a guest/vacation home can be as little as 946 sq. ft. Newer version, Carter has evolved to Kegel. The dome kit for Kegel is $30,751.

Kidd II 39-15 is a variation of Douglas in PLC. Great spaces for living on one floor although the loft accommodates children/guests and lower level has two car garage and workshop/craft/rec spaces. Private/public zones for living/sleeping. Evolution in this plan, eliminating the complex extension, gives MAPLE without lower level or similar with lower level, Plaster being built now, and Minnis, main on slab.  The dome kit for Minnis is $32,631. We can do the PWF slab edge.

Smith 39-15 is a revisit to the dramatic idea featured in the 45' BH&G plan. Less loft and open great room with 10' of windows/doors on four sides, still has central water wall even though a simple "radial" plans. A two-car garage on lower level is possible from four directions. Many options in 1,557-2,745 sq. ft. range. Kit for M. Smith in Japan, with two PVR's and extensions is $33,468.

Knapton 39-15 - With full lower level gets to be 3,000 square feet with extra space where it can be enjoyed. This version has main bedroom on main and another in the loft with a cupola loft as well. A small garage suits this family's ATV's although a two-car garage is possible on the long wall under the back door or under the front entry. A fun variation is "Vacation Villa" for an extended family at the beach with small sleeping rooms for kids and parents and public spaces for the kids in the lower level and family off the kitchen in great room on the main level.

Romero 39-15 Designed for a gourmet chef who entertains. As always, the loft and lower level easily accommodate other bedrooms/bath and discretionary space, including a 450 sq. ft. garage. This idea also works in a 45' dome, currently proposed for Breathwaite, 45'2' kit, $35.601.

Ebberts 45-02 A popular plan with several versions in a 50' dome, see Sherman in PLC, works for a serious gardener in the 45' size. Planned for a working connection to a two/three-car garage. A fireplace or wood stove can be located in two other exterior or two interior positions. Clean up of wood and viewing fire determines placement unlike a rectilinear home without the continuous airflow enjoyed in a dome. Sherman built version of this past year and it is spectacular! 50'0 kit $49,272.

Brock 45-02 Elements of the family friendly Tackett and functional yet dramatic, Leonardi in PLC were improved to give greater living room depth along with a possible cupola and main bedroom on the main level. The other large bedroom is planned for a home theatre.

Braga 45-13 Another popular series, see Henry in PLC, this version shows the main bedroom on the main floor with extra bedrooms/study in the loft. Consider that 45' on full lower level with PVR gets to be 4,200 sq. ft.

Dysland 45-12 Great room with wide vistas, open to cupola above with kitchen as "heart of the home" features only a small storage loft and utilizes the lower level for garage, extra bedroom and media room. This idea works in a 39' and 35'.

Corbett 50-13 Generous spaces yet simple plan features a social/work island, always popular. Two bedrooms and a bath in loft, lower generous 2-car garage, laundry, large pantry and discretionary space for recreation or home business.

Holifield 50-12 Based on much admired Serl in PLC with formal dining and a sunroom for casual gatherings plus main bedroom on the main floor. The loft has two bedrooms, a study or library and access to the cupola loft. The lower level has garage/shop and recreational space. This is based on the plan we used in Veneta and what Stowers is building in Austin, Texas.

Our recommendation is to first think lower level (best value), yes or no, for garage yes or no then the size of dome.  When you start with a 45' or 50' plan you like, then decide to utilize the lower level and end up with a 4-5,000 sq. ft. at $100 a square foot, you could be planning too much home to build and maintain.

Order our $15 catalog package and enjoy the story of our plans. Often when you describe your land and room desires, a new plan is born. Dutton is putting a much loved 39' Silvie in a 35', now we have gone Full Circle, call us!