This week’s prefab breaks out of the hard-lined modern box with abeautiful soft-shelled structure that finds elegance in its simplicity.That’s right - it’s a Nomad Yurt! SoCal based Ecoshackhas updated the ancient shelter with a modern construction that islight, flexible, and composed entirely of eco-friendly materials. Theairy shelter is perfect for a summer’s eve spent stargazing, animpromptu backyard gathering, or anyplace that a peaceful private spaceis desired.Ecoshack set upshop in 2003 as an experimental design lab based in Joshua tree, CA.Since then its developed into a collective of architects, designers,artists, and other who are passionate for change. Formulated with thefreewheeling mantra of “Lighten Up”, Ecoshack’s designs are inspired by“the ad hoc, indigenous and archetypal typologies typically found atthe fringes of society and culture.”Few designs are more tried and true than the traditional Mongolian yurt, which Ecoshackhas spruced up with a beautiful wood platform, a sturdy bamboostructure, and a protective weatherMAX cover. The Nomad Yurt is offersa perfect balance of sunlight and shade while providing for efficientventilation via an air circulating chimney effect. The versatilestructure is eminently portable, measures 120 square feet, and takesabout a half hour to set up.
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