If you’ve ever wanted to live in a space-age way – albeit with your feet firmly planted on the ground in the great outdoors – here’s your opportunity.
The folks at CasaBubble , a company that produces a line of specialized plastic, modular, nomadic houses, offer you “your own crystal ball… a magical space, an open-air dream, an awesome night under the stars…”
In this bubble, they say, “nature is your living room.” The CasaBubble series was created by French designers Frédéric Richard and Pierre-Stéphane Dumas, and was on exhibit at this year’s National Home Show in Toronto.
No need for a building permit. The CasaBubble can be set up almost anywhere, delivered with a wood floor. Its creators claim that the bubble has a “tranquilizing effect” on occupants, as the sounds of the outside world are muffled. The bubbles, manufactured in Paris, France, take only two hours to set up. Made of special PVC plastic that is sun- and weather-friendly, the bubbles maintain their spherical shape with the help of a special turbine that circulates air.
Fast to build, light to transport, customizable and modular, this product is apparently a burgeoning hit among the bed and breakfast network in the U.S. Its creators suggest building a bubble fort is also a party favourite for weddings, business dinners and private getaways.
Paul Vice, a Canadian CasaBubble representative, says the structure is a popular one for “glamping” (luxury camping), can be used as an extra outdoor bedroom, or become a memorable environment for a business meeting or trade show. The French designers say they wanted to find a way “of getting in touch with nature that would appeal to private individuals and holiday accommodation professionals” and provide a different approach to leisure accommodation.
At this year’s National Home Show, the CasaBubble crew showcased four of the company’s inter-connected living spaces, which “blur the lines of indoor and outdoor.”
The CasaBubble can be rented and purchased via event@casabubble.com or by calling 805-426-5278. Rentals run from $800 – $1,200 depending on the model.
