A yurt is a portable, wood lattice-framed dwelling that is still used today by nomadic herders on the steppes of Central Asia. They’re also all the rage amongst the granola crunching, treehugging, eco-conscious crowd. All one needs is a spot of land, or even a rooftop patio, where you can erect your very own yurt-based oasis. In the past, traditional Yurts have been hard to come by, but as they’ve grown in popularity, numerous companies are jumping on the bandwagon. Ecoshack is a seasoned veteran in this market, while their new Nomad Yurt is touted as the Cadillac of yurts (minus emissions of course).
Ecoshack’s sales pitch is apt, as it reads “Circular living = good living”. The Nomad only takes an hour or so to set up with a little practice and fits very nicely in the back of a small truck. Measuring 12 feet wide and 7 feet tall, with a roomy circular interior, a central opening for sunlight and breeze, and a rich material palette. The $8,000 Nomad “create a unique — even magical — experience of rest and relaxation for those who inhabit them. Used for centuries, perfect for today.”
