The modern yurt has come a long way. A few decades ago, a yurt was primarily considered a unique dwelling for those who wanted to live closer to the land. Only the more adventurous among us even knew what they were and would give a yurt a try. The next step in the progression was […]

There is a growing trend in the events industry that has us more than a little excited. With the move towards creating unique, one-of-a-kind experiences for guests and attendees, more people are choosing to use yurts for their personal or business events. We think this makes perfect sense! Yurts are indeed unique, but they are […]

The skiing community has taken a keen liking to the modern yurt. Every year, many ski resorts are adding new yurts up and down Alpine trails and around lodges, just in time for ski season. The main reasons yurts are trending at ski resorts seem to be related to the appeal of three important things: […]

An increasing number of creative artists are able to make their living by selling their work online and are finding that a modern yurt is the ideal art studio space. And we couldn’t agree more! Many artists prefer a studio that is separate from their living spaces for many reasons. Some of the reasons are […]

It will probably come as no surprise that we are huge fans of the creative ways our clients incorporate yurts into their personal and professional lives. We are often inspired by their ideas for using standard and custom yurts, and we hope you will be too. The unique, circular shape of a yurt is described […]

People need more places to live and work. As construction costs skyrocket, home and business owners need a better solution. Enter the yurt, a more efficient, affordable and sustainable way to build. Take a look at our infographic below and see how they’re being used across the nation.   Business Use Yurts extend the camping […]

Yurts are the chameleons of the architectural world – they are suited to a variety of settings, from ski resorts to national parks to beachside accommodations. Easy setup/takedown, affordability, and singular design are just some of the myriad qualities that draw people towards them. Simultaneously, yurt visitors are aware of their connection to the natural […]

Bringing in consistent income requires creativity in all fields, including government. Many government agencies are looking for ways to add income without additional taxation. Recreational opportunities are ideal, as they offer a tangible service. When brainstorming around recreational income, government groups should make sure that yurt lodging is on the list. Yurts are circular structures […]

American children spend an average of six hours a day in front of electronic media, according to Harvard Medical School. Today’s adults are also primarily indoor creatures; the EPA estimates that 90% of our time is spent inside. Fortunately, the panacea is all around us, in nature. Spending time in natural settings and parks can […]