Can one design a earthbag home with two stories?
Yes, this is distinctly possible. My dome home actually had a large loft area, so it was essentially two stories. Obviously, the engineering needs to be carefully analyzed for such an undertaking. Placing diaphragms (or floors) across an earthbag structure greatly strengthens the form. Building Underground Q: How about underground construction? As in a storm or fallout shelter. I am looking for a construction method that can be done individually over time without having to hire any big earth moving equipment or hired help. A: Earthbags certainly fit this bill, since they can be used below grade and they are easy for one person to handle. You will need to carefully engineer whatever you design so that it will withstand any weight that is placed upon it.
