A dome greenhouse has the advantage of minimal shading caused by the strong, efficient dome structure. Maximizing sunlight into a greenhouse is often more important than minimizing the loss of heat out of the greenhouse.
The Pillow Dome, pictured here in 1982, admitted maximum light and was also well insulated with three-layer inflated pillows. The high, open interior space included tall fish pond, a large fig tree, and vegetable beds.
For more information, read:
- The Pillow Dome
by J. Baldwin
Buckminister Fuller Institute, 1985
The Green Center 
AMAZING! CREATIVE! INTELLIGENT! SUPERB! WANNA TRY THAT!
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Ever since Domebook 2 I’ve been fascinated with the Pillow Dome. I understand Jay Baldwin passed away Mar. 2 2018. Rest in peace.
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Hey, I have one photo which might be rare showing the exterior detail of the first pillow dome built. It is black and white. Where should I send it to?
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Rick,
Please send photo of Pillow Dome to capecodalchemists@gmail.com
Thanks, Green Center
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