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January 23, 2015 by demonwolves 2 Comments

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A few picture to prove that living in caves can still be fashionable and comfortable; as well as freaking awesome.
Jon

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Here is what earth homes now had to say on the subject (link to original article below):
Living in a cave is something everybody has heard of when reading history books or watching TV programs on prehistoric times. Building a home in a cave was one of the efforts made by our ancestors in order to survive.

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As mankind progressed technologically and developed a civilization, living in a cave remained only a distant memory. So how would we react if somebody told us that people live in cave homes in present times, maybe even not so far away from our own houses?

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Surprisingly, from a scientific point of view, living in a cave is not such a bad idea. Underground caves and passages are usually quiet and maintain a constant temperature – cool in the summer, warm in the winter. Rocks and stones composing the caves are natural materials and also provide a good, natural layer of sound insulation. In many caves, fresh water is easily accessible as many underground springs flow within caves.

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Types of underground structures

Artificial caves – living in a natural cave may not be enough in terms of space, surroundings, etc. That is why natural caves can be excavated further or, if there is a need, completely new, human-made caves could be dug out of a hill or mountain.

Earth Berms – structures built with the use of earth to form the walls. Such places look as if they are partially buried under the ground level. Using earth shelters help maintain a steady temperature and saves energy. Furthermore, rocks can shelter some of these houses from behind, making them look like half-cave homes.

Underground caves / caves above the ground level – a home is a home, regardless whether it is buried deep inside a mountain or it is carved out in the rocks high up above the ground. There are different methods of building / adapting cave homes, depending on the individual requirements and taste.

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Advantages of living in a cave home

It may seem unthinkable, but cave homes actually have a lot of advantages and offer a lifestyle that is totally different to the traditional one. Here is a list outlining some of the benefits of having your own cave home:

Cave homes are ecologically friendly and roughly 80-percent cheaper in terms of power and heat consumption compared to conventional dwellings

They come will a natural layer of insulation. Rocks are also a good sound barrier.

Cave homes provide a natural hideout in a case of global conflict and are also a defense against storms.

Cave homes can be bought or built much more cheaply than traditional above ground houses.
And, cave homes offer a natural barrier to intruders since there is only one side to protect instead of four.

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Disadvantages of living in a cave home

Moisture and lack of natural light

Risk of rocks collapsing in case of an earthquake

The disadvantages can be overcome by installing large window, preferably south-facing so that natural light comes in the cave home all year long. Also, your builder can offer construction techniques that will minimize the impact of earthquakes if there happens to be one.

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So, remember you don’t have to be a caveman or woman (or Batman) to live in a cave home. Green architects and builders in modern times know how to build many different types of alternative living spaces that are eco-friendly and appeal to environmentalists everywhere.

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  1. Syndicate says

    October 16, 2015 at 17:25

    hasn’t it been proven, that it’s just as dangerous to live in a cave, that if a massive event occured, being a earthquake, cave have a tendency to collapse, and bury anyone inside if it?; not to mention, they will also collapse, leaving nothing but a pile of rock, where the cave once was?…. nor will it protect you, in the event of a nuclear holicaust?…..

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    • demonwolves says

      October 17, 2015 at 21:58

      It all depends on the geological structure and material. A lava tube, no; a cave through granite, sure. But natural stone has value in it then some of the most secretive military bases in the US, like the Cheyenne Mountain Complex are built within the natural stone. Not to mention private organizations that also use natural and artificial caves to maintain records like the LDS granite vault. Unfortunately most important structures are built to suit the needs of the builder and not designed to fit the existing cave systems, but I think they’re still comparable.

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