We Built a $12,000 OFF GRID Cabin in 3 weeks in Hawaii: Step By Step Guide

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In this video, I’m sharing my step-by-step guide to building our easiest Aircrete Design: The Eden. I’ll walk you through how we built this over three weeks on the Big Island of Hawaii. Join us for the wild journey of building this for $12,000 USD, and let me know if you want to see a bigger version with a loft, kitchen and bathroom.
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[@davidfig6357]

When ever there is sanding required. I suggest wet scrubbing. While the stucco/drywall mud/wood patch is half dry, us a large sponge to smooth or texture the finish. It does not make a mess and it is super time saving and you don't have to wear dust masks.

[@mickkollins]

I've been watching AirCrete videos for years This one was perfectly executed. I live in the USVI and will hopefully be building one in the next 18 months

[@galaxyblur]

Do you mind sharing what island? St John is my favorite place on Earth but I know new construction is limited there (which is wonderful).

[@domegaia]

thanks so much!

[@domegaia]

This was on the Big Island

[@itsMelejane]

Nice! Yes, please follow up w/ cost breakdown vid:)

[@holgermessner851]

I’m a little bit baffled. $12,000 for this tiny little cabin? Sorry. I don’t get that. That’s too expensive. And you guys made your own aircrete blocks. I’m sure, I’m missing something here. I’m building in Panama a 2 level circular house with a 30ft diameter. I got all the walls done, bought all the electrical stuff, windows and doors. With the roof, wall plaster and floors I calculate another $5,000. Until today, I did spend $18,700 for tools and all material, including fencing the property. Adding $5,000 as I mentioned, that would be roughly $24,000. To be sure, I say $30,000 for the whole 2 level house with roughly 153m2 / 1,646 sqft. That’s $196 per square meter or $18.22 per square foot. How big / small is the EDEN?

[@ten5311]

The video stated that the size of the Eden is 12’x10’x12’. I live in Hawai’i, and the cost of everything in Hawai’i is very expensive. Hawai’i is one of the most expensive states. The costs of goods and supplies are even more expensive for the outer islands (other islands aside from O’ahu), such as Hawai’i Island (Big Island).

[@holgermessner851]

@@ten5311 120 sqft for $12,000 = $100 a square foot. That is expensive. Thanks for the explanation.

[@iheartherbs]

Different prices for commodities in different parts of world. EVERYTHING IS MORE EXPENSIVE IN HAWAII BECAUSE IT'S AN ISLAND AND EVERYTHING IS IMPORTED.

[@kristinjayne6720]

If I could hire this out for $12,000 I’d gladly do it. Did you think about their labor?

[@holgermessner851]

@kristinjayne6720 DiY do NOT calculate labor. The 1st Dome that started all of this was made out of 4" concrete blocks in Thailand. The whole house did cost $11,000. I'm building my own house. I do not calculate my labor. I don't know anyone who is building by themselves that they ever calculate their labor. If you make advertising for your company (the video is an advertising video) you wouldn't charge the person who offers the land for labor. Again. 120 sqft is a room. It's not a house. $12,000 for that is in real life too much money. But hey. Who am I, to tell people about affordability? I just watched a video last week where Americans think, building a house in Nicaragua for $1,080 a square meter was cheap. And the lady said that the company charge all square meters including the outside around the house $1,080 the square meter! If I am getting reborn, I will be in construction in Latin America and rip off Americans! I just talked on the weekend to a friend in Panama. Because many people asking me to build their house when they see my project. I always refuse. My friend said: "Next time say yes. I do the construction with my people. Americans pay! Don't worry. I give you at least $10,000 for every project. Easily! - You see. Latinos know that Americans are easy victims. That's why I am not agreeing to build other people's houses. I couldn't rip them off!

[@briandoortodoordelivery2236]

While this is a cool build and seems well done, given the difficulties encountered, a few points: * nothing in Hawai`i ever goes completely not plan, or to schedule * this structure is not legal for housing use in Hawai`i and is not a permittable structure (which is why they used that plywood floor platform instead of doing an aircrete foundation...wouldn't be able to argue it's a "temporary/ag structure" * this structure is not SAFE on Big Island. The island is incredible earthquake-prone with 4.0+ quakes regularly. All structures are required to be reinforced for both earthquakes and hurricane winds. As shown in the video how easy it is to cut and crack aircrete, there is no structural component other than two sheets of fiberglass cloth (which don't even get the rigidity/seal bonus of the glasscoat). In Hawai`i, the humidity WILL penetrate ANY porous material - including aircrete and concrete. Without structural reinforcement (minimum 1/4" dia. wire mesh (aka cattle fencing) with tension rods/ties within each end wall), this structure is downright dangerous....and they're talking about making a much larger one!

[@domegaia]

We didn't show all the details of the building process in this video so I think you are missing some information about how the building is reinforced and water proofed. The fiberglass mesh has a tensile strenght of 150 psi per inch, mutiple layers of it can be used in certain places to provide equal strenght to adding steel mesh. We didn't do engineering on this small building but we have done engineer on our dome structures that use the same priciples and the process works fine for high winds, snow loads and seismic zones like Hawaii.

[@davepennington3573]

Mother Nature sure threw a lot of curve balls at you, but you rocked on and it came out really nice. Beautiful design, I love the high ceiling. How does the window open? From the outside? Keep up the good work!

[@Tismenickh]

Great video!

[@mogeking56]

I would like to be one of your old as dirt rusty students seriously I am old, but still would like to be one of your students

[@orangesunlabs]

Inspiring! Thank you ☺

[@cherylmarshek3693]

Been watching AIRCRETE videos from just about anyone who has put one out for over 4 years. This is by far the best comprehensive AIRCRETE project video - start to finish - ever!!! Didn’t get into the weeds about the formula or other important details, just a start to finish overview of one project… in one sitting! So thankful for Joel and his wife to take his dad’s concepts and unwind the mystical sacred geometry to allow the rest of us to at least use what we can to build with AIRCRETE. We will be purchasing the ultimate builders package ASAP Please continue to put out more videos. We like them all. We would like to see cost breakdown of this one as well as the new bigger Eden with a loft. All the best in the days ahead!

[@domegaia]

Thanks so much!

[@user-kl2ss8zs1n]

Amazing!!!

[@brandycortez671]

Are these cat 5 hurricane safe? Curios to know, thanks and great job guys 🤙

[@joannegray9999]

Just awesome! Well done you guys!!💚

[@domegaia]

Thanks!

[@whatyouseenow411]

I would like to see an update on one you have built as far back as you can go.

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

I have used light straw-clay for the house that I was living in ❤

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

I have gone through a life changing process too , I don’t speak 🗣️

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

I have a plan and a good place for the dome . It has a sweat lodge now. It’s looks like a good form for the light creet mof willow sprouts

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

This is not the biggest where house that I have seen but it is large enough 35 +

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

After learning that plywood is made from big older trees 🌲. I try to avoid

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

1 neabor that anyone can see ❤. But only her house \log cabin

[@JD-jp2fw]

Are you guys ever going to do another build in HI? I'm on Oahu and would love to learn close by.

[@zayvier69]

Will the local municipality allow you to live in it? Meaning- does the housing code allow this to be built as a habitable structure or as a short term rental?

[@MsConfectionate]

This size structure is allowed to be built without a county permit but for use as a storage shed, not for living or renting. But this is in Hawaii, where housing and rent are expensive, so people don’t alway obey laws and will build these to live in, use as guest house, or vacation rental.

[@aolegario1]

@@MsConfectionate what happens if you try to sell?

[@mogeking56]

I like it now you need to do one for me with a loft and maybe a dungeon with a dragon 🐉

[@MISCIFMAKER]

You ever researched Hempcrete

[@MarcyR-c2v]

❤WOW❤ So cool wonder if I could do this for a camper?

[@holgermessner851]

Too heavy for a camper.

[@Buckaroo801]

Have you done interior bathrooms before. New to your channel.

[@domegaia]

Yes! Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4HQc3lpg6d7rcksi=IgpWYsoKD-XCKvSV. We will have a full build video on it in the near future.

[@Buckaroo801]

@@domegaia do you have a video on how you plumbed it?

[@miabass34]

Can you guys do it in Philippines 🇵🇭

[@dragon90815]

Where do you get the tool to bend conduit?

[@domegaia]

You can get it here. But also check out the other equipment bundles as they are a better deal. domegaia.com/products/tubing-bender

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

When is it not go time “?

[@TrevorTrove]

im still watiching the video but does this cover liscening and dealing with the state? thats my biggest concern about diving into my own cabin.

[@domegaia]

We don't deal with permiting in this video. You can check out this link for more information: domegaia.com/blogs/page/aircrete-building-permits

[@raez7155]

They definitely built this unpermitted

[@ConcreteArtisan-sy8jx]

Super expensive cost to build such a small structure.....compared to the very first 3 bedroom dome that was built in Thailand for much less

[@domegaia]

A lot of inflation happened which was a big part of it.

[@_JanetLouise]

mahalo

[@georgewhitehouse8630]

12k is very low ❤

[@iheartherbs]

EVERYTHING IN HAWAII IS WWWAAAYYY MORE EXPENSIVE FOR TH9SE MAKING COMMENTS ABOUT PRICE.

[@benderbender1233]

🖖😃

[@EndOfTheWoods]

Cool... a bedroom for $12k.

[@TrevorTrove]

can you do better for the price, in Hawaii?

[@brinhaerycammel3467]

Cabin?? A room is a better description.

[@TrevorTrove]

yes, that is the definition of a cabin

[@klee88029]

🎉 First watch on this channel. I liked👍. I subscribed. ❤️🧓

[@domegaia]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@gnashingmyteeth]

How much did the property you are building on cost? what are the taxes? where is the nearest hospital/ amenities/farmer's market/municipal services ? or is this just rural and "fun" for you? To mention $12,000.00 - is that really all you put into this project ? what are the real total costs including insurance/ legal paperwork/lawyers/permits/surveyors etc, etc,... That's what i want to know- what would I be looking at if this is an option for me do I have to build it my self or does the company have trusted contractors?

[@xyladivine]

It's in Hawaii , where the prices are very expensive. I used to live on the Big Island. Somewhere else, this would be a lot cheaper.

[@briandoortodoordelivery2236]

there would be "no taxes", since this structure design would never get a building permit approved in Hawai`i. "Temporary structures" can be built under 600sf for AG use only - with no kitchen or plumbing. Plenty get used as cabins and airbnbs, but they aren't legal to be used that way.

[@phaedrafouts2533]

Please do the cost breakdown video!

[@tinathene]

Love it!!!❤

[@jackiesandy6506]

It looks great but price is everything ❤😅

[@rosemeadehart1904]

Show us some older ones that are located in cold climates where the winter causes things to expand and contract. Most of your videos are in tropical locations.

[@raez7155]

This is probably going to end up moldy and damp and abandoned within a year like every other aircrete project ive aeen in this area. Not great for the climate, and no roof for water catchment either.

[@Falkon-dv6hl]

Very cool and I got some good ideas! I build high end custom homes. People or person commenting that 100/sf is expensive (especially in Hawaii and especially for a small structure) needs to go sober up 😂 If I build something like this on my property, I’d use the basic technique with the form (brilliant and that drill bender is rad) but the structure would be more like a ferro cement boat with wire and rebar (super strong) then cover with aircrete for insulation….because Santa Barbara has earthquakes.

[@pashminagal]

Kudos to you guys! You pulled it off despite all the set backs. It takes as long as it takes, and it usually takes longer then you think!

[@0SilentStone0]

The place is really gorgeous, but 12k is mad expensive. With no bathroom or kitchen. And with 30 volunteers? I get that prices are high in Hawaii but to me it looks like aircrete may not be the best fit here. Perhaps figuring out how to use earth or other local materials in a way that can handle the weather would be a better option. Also, I'm not convinced that driving rain wouldnt get through all those air pockets in the bricks (water infiltration).

[@rosemeadehart1904]

You covered the window? How can you open it?

[@mikeloki2064]

@Domegaia- usually if a window is installed in a masonry wall, a frame to accept the window is installed as the wall goes up. It makes the job so much easier. What you all have done is beautiful all the same.

[@domegaia]

We are working on easier ways to frame in windows :)

[@lizjay4119]

I need one in FL

[@Josephine-sm2db]

Cross ventilation is a must in Hawaii.

[@mogeking56]

I would love to have 6 of these tiny homes on my property for affordable low rent living for people on a budget. AC, hot cold water, electwicity ⚡️🤓, heating that what I call good living 🧌

[@domegaia]

You can contact us through domegaia.com. We have designs that include bathrooms, AC, Hot water, and all the conforts.

[@KristaLinford]

Love the shape!

[@Josephine-sm2db]

Good for Lahaina

[@josheror2455]

So cool!

[@martamccool2740]

I want to do a one like that! How can I learn to do it?

[@domegaia]

Awesome! domegaia.com/pages/workshops

[@mrnobody1816]

Well done guys ....please do keep posting. I suspect you'll be seeing me as a volunteer sooner rather than later 💜

[@mogeking56]

It’s nice to be young, strong 💪 and poor needing money 💰 willing to do anything to live

[@MsConfectionate]

Why is no one wearing a hard hat for protection? Especially during the installation of the temporary side walls and at 9:24, where the structure could come crashing down