Practical Yurts: Building and Living in a Low Cost Alternative Structure

by Steven W. Hatch

When Steven W. Hatch found himself in a housing crisis, pressed for time and money, he discovered that building a yurt was his best option.

In Practical Yurts, Hatch thoroughly documents his project, beginning by explaining how a simple, round tent could fit the needs of a retired aerospace industry professional. Beyond the practicalities of easy construction and low initial output and ongoing ownership costs, he was drawn to the “feeling” inside a yurt.

Another deciding factor was learning that yurts are controlled by the building codes for alternative, membrane-covered frame structures, so he could save a big chunk of money and still meet his county’s building code with a yurt, using radiant barrier insulation.

Chock full of similarly useful information, photographs, and details about the planning, preparation, and building process, much of Hatch’s book applies to any do-it-yourself, money-saving homebuilding project. But for Hatch, nothing could beat his yurt and the peacefulness of simple living it provides.

An invaluable resource for people looking to reduce their environmental footprint, lower their living costs, or build a great hunting cabin, Practical Yurts is presented in the personable tone of a friend who wants to share what he learned to help you avoid aggravation and make your building project a success.

78 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 5, 2014

Reviews

[Alana · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed "Practical Yurts: Building and Living in a Low Cost Alternative Structure" by Steven Hatch. This book stands out because it not only provides a comprehensive guide on building and living in yurts but also shares the inspiring story of how Steven turned his misfortune into a learning experience. He did a lot of research on alternative homes that could be built within his budget and created a new life that met all his parameters. The detailed explanation of the permitting process was particularly cool. It's a great read for anyone interested in alternative living structures and DIY projects.

[Carolyn Denman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an interesting and open story about an older man, who ends up in financial difficulty, so buys some land and builds a yurt. He gives a lot of helpful detail for people living in the USA about the. Permits etc needed to get it passed through law in the States. None of this was relevant to me, but it held my attention, until the end.

[Scott Andrews · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing not to like. Covering a lot of the same ground as the previous yurt book. I would have liked better photos, but no fault found with this effort overall.

[Seth Reissig · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE YURTS

[Michael pletman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liked it

This book is an easy to read introduction to what it takes to get into a yurt in utah! Gives you an idea of all of the processes you may encounter and is food for thought if you are considering this venture!

[Lorie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting

Interesting

helpful information about how to build a yurt. a quick read that I will return to as I plan my yurt.

[Rosemary Daly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am fascinated by yurts. This book tells one man's experience building his own yurt. Excellent.