What is a yurt ?:

A yurt is the traditional dwelling of Central Asian nomads. More than a tent, the yurt is the result of ancient savoir-faire. Made to resist extreme climates this circular domed abode is warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Easily dismantled, the yurt is portable and self supporting..
This ingenious structure requires neither nail nor ground fastening. Its “walls” consist of crossed wooden strips in a lattice arrangement fixed together by braided horse hair. In the centre of the yurt is a dome (called tonoo), mounted on 2 pillars. 81 rods are introduced into the tonoo thus creating the frame. The number of “walls” determines the size of the yurt, in other words the ground diameter. The yurt is covered by wool felt and a water resistant coton canvas. Depending on its size, 3 people can put it together in roughly 2 hours.

This millenary abode, still home to the semi nomadic people of Central Asia is resilient, adaptable and can be used for parties, exhibitions, or agricultural/trade shows. As an inexpensive alternative or temporary housing, a hunting lodge or to cosy up in on a ski slope, as a guest room at the cottage or simply as a unique space to kick back in with family and friends. Best of all, you don’t need a building licence!

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