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Geoship, based in Nevada County, California, is developing bioceramic geodesic dome homes. It is taking $500 refundable reservations for its first model, the Amma Founders Edition, starting in Northern California. This guide covers prices, what's included and what to ask first.
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Geoship brings radical innovation to modular housing through bioceramic geodesic domes inspired by Buckminster Fuller's visionary designs. As a Public Benefit Corporation, their mission extends beyond profit to environmental and social impact. Led by alumni from Tesla, Apple, and SpaceX, their engineering team combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable materials. Geoship domes resist earthquakes, fires, and floods while maintaining non-toxic, mold-resistant interiors, addressing durability and health concerns. Though limited units are available, they represent a bold future for resilient housing. Geoship appeals to early adopters seeking architectural innovation, environmental responsibility, and exceptional resilience in disaster-prone regions.
Geoship says a $500 fully refundable deposit holds your spot in its production queue. You are not reserving a specific model yet. As production nears, Geoship says it will contact you to pick a floor plan, give a detailed quote and lock in pricing. It says your place in line can depend on your location, when you reserved, referrals and investment in Geoship. Ask where you stand.
Geoship says the base price includes the dome, appliances, fixtures, storage, manufacturing, delivery and installation. Land and site work, such as the foundation and utilities, are extra and vary by location. The Amma is listed at about $300 per sq ft, and Geoship's Amma page estimates about $492,900 complete. Ask for a quote that also lists site work for your land.
Geoship says the Amma goes through California's Factory-Built Housing process, which covers the home above ground. Your local building department still reviews the foundation, utility routing and hookups, and Geoship says you get those permits. It says assembly takes under four weeks and 1 to 3 months start to finish, plus time for permits and site prep.
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Geoship lists the 1,643 sq ft Amma Founders Edition at about $300 per sq ft, and its Amma page estimates about $492,900 complete. Geoship says the base price includes the dome, appliances, delivery and installation, but not land, foundation or utilities. It says website prices are estimates and may change before production.
Not yet. Geoship takes a $500 fully refundable reservation that holds your place in its production queue. As production nears, it says it will contact you to choose a floor plan, give a detailed quote and convert your reservation into an order. It is starting near Nevada City, California.
Geoship's FAQ says it expects first deliveries in Northern California in 2026 and national deliveries starting in 2027, and that these dates could change. Another of its FAQs still lists an earliest estimated delivery of March 2025. Ask Geoship for a current date in writing.
Geoship says it does not offer financing directly. It says buyers can get a residential construction loan from a mortgage lender of their choice. It says it is developing a payment plan tied to production and installation milestones for buyers who self-finance.
Geoship's FAQ lists a 50-year structural warranty, a 20-year building envelope warranty, and a 5-year full-service warranty on Founders Edition domes. Its Amma page lists a lifetime structural warranty instead. Ask which terms will be in your contract.
Geoship brings radical innovation to modular housing through bioceramic geodesic domes inspired by Buckminster Fuller's visionary designs. As a Public Benefit Corporation, their mission extends beyond profit to environmental and social impact. Led by alumni from Tesla, Apple, and SpaceX, their engineering team combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable materials. Geoship domes resist earthquakes, fires, and floods while maintaining non-toxic, mold-resistant interiors, addressing durability and health concerns. Though limited units are available, they represent a bold future for resilient housing. Geoship appeals to early adopters seeking architectural innovation, environmental responsibility, and exceptional resilience in disaster-prone regions.
Geoship lists the 1,643 sq ft Amma Founders Edition at about $300 per sq ft, and its Amma page estimates about $492,900 complete. Geoship says the base price includes the dome, appliances, delivery and installation, but not land, foundation or utilities. It says website prices are estimates and may change before production.
Not yet. Geoship takes a $500 fully refundable reservation that holds your place in its production queue. As production nears, it says it will contact you to choose a floor plan, give a detailed quote and convert your reservation into an order. It is starting near Nevada City, California.
Geoship's FAQ says it expects first deliveries in Northern California in 2026 and national deliveries starting in 2027, and that these dates could change. Another of its FAQs still lists an earliest estimated delivery of March 2025. Ask Geoship for a current date in writing.
Geoship says it does not offer financing directly. It says buyers can get a residential construction loan from a mortgage lender of their choice. It says it is developing a payment plan tied to production and installation milestones for buyers who self-finance.
Geoship's FAQ lists a 50-year structural warranty, a 20-year building envelope warranty, and a 5-year full-service warranty on Founders Edition domes. Its Amma page lists a lifetime structural warranty instead. Ask which terms will be in your contract.