5m yurt

I have a soft spot for alternative dwellings of any kind. I've lived on several boats, in a van and in various improvised homes, and I can't get enough of it. Living in a space that is a little different adds something real to my life. So sooner or later I was bound to come across yurts. People have lived in them for thousands of years in many corners of the world, and they have seen a revival in recent years.

With plenty of resources out there, I set out to design and build my own. Unlike its nomadic ancestors, this yurt is insulated with a thick layer of wood wool and covered in a waterproof, breathable marine canvas. Add a Danish cast-iron stove and it is ready for year-round living.