We Started with a Circle. And Changed Everything.
In 1978, we looked to the past, to the circular dwellings of Central Asian nomads — and saw the future. A future where shelter didn’t mean square corners, drywall, and sacrifice. Where a space could breathe with the land it stood on. Simple. Strong. Beautiful.
We built the first modern yurt… and haven’t stopped since.
What began in a small Oregon workshop has grown into a global movement. Our yurts are now trusted in national parks, wilderness retreats, backyards, deserts, coastlines, and anywhere people go to feel more connected.
We’re not a trend. We’re the original. And we build every yurt like it’s the most important one we’ve ever made.
The Modern Yurt, Reinvented from the Ground Up
The yurt has been around for thousands of years. But not like this.
Pacific Yurts reimagined the traditional nomadic shelter into a precision-crafted, weather-tight, code-compliant structure — one that works just as well for living off-grid as it does for glamping resorts or creative studios.
This isn’t a cabin. It’s not a tent. It’s something better.
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Engineered to stand up to snow, wind, and time
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Designed to assemble easily and adapt to your needs
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Built with purpose, quality, and the spirit of the outdoors
If you’ve ever felt like your space should reflect your lifestyle — not define it — a yurt might be what you’ve been looking for.
Anatomy of a Modern Yurt
A yurt is more than a structure; it’s a harmonious blend of form and function, designed to connect you with the world around you. Explore the elements that make our yurts exceptional:
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Central Compression Ring: At the heart of the yurt, this ring supports the entire structure, symbolizing unity and strength.
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Tension Cable: Replacing traditional woven bands, our aircraft-quality tension cables ensure unparalleled stability and resilience.
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Douglas Fir Rafters: Crafted from stress-rated, kiln-dried Douglas fir, these rafters provide robust support and natural beauty.
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Architectural Fabric Walls: Durable, weather-resistant fabrics with welded seams protect you from the elements while maintaining breathability.
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Acrylic Dome Skylight: This feature invites natural light during the day and offers a window to the stars at night, enhancing your connection to nature.
“It is an ingenious design, fun to put up and a very beautiful and aesthetically pleasing space.”– Laurel H., California
Natural strength
The compact shape of the yurt and the combination of lightweight members in tension and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength while minimizing material.
These illustrations showcase the yurt’s natural strength, aerodynamic shape and roof load.
As the original manufacturer of the modern yurt, we have since 1978 shipped our yurts all over the world, where their strength and durability have been proven in an array of personal, business and government applications.
