Tipi Anyone?

Date: November 28, 2007 | Category: Green Building, The Home

My friend Daryl lives in a tipi. Yes, a tipi. No, they are not merely an historical artifact. In fact, tipis are durable, provide warmth in the winter, keep dry during heavy rains and stay cool in the dead of summer. Not bad when considering HVAC costs (on both your pocket and the environment). And they’re relatively mobile, originally intended to aid a nomadic lifestyle on the plains. Plus, they’re not as small as you might imagine. Daryl’s has a 24′ diameter, and of course it’s beautifully decorated. And now she’s offering you the opportunity to join her through her site dhlovelife, where she sells them for $2,892. As someone who’s been perusing the residential market again, I’m almost tempted, though I don’t think it will ultimately be the way I will go. Tipis no doubt encapsulate simple living, and may not fall under the banner of what most people consider fabulous. That said, the tipi is weighing in on the eco side with some impressive numbers - as to be worthy of an ecofab shout out, don’t you think? And Daryl deserves a little props for truly walking the talk!

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