Design Philosophy

"The Client is the visionary, not the designer."

Goal

Education and a varied work history, combined with artistic and technical abilities, have been significant in bringing me to where I am today. With the digital technology available to designers like myself, the creative possibilities are considerable.  The advent of dome architecture has been advanced and facilitated by the latest 3D modeling and rendering software.  I will continue to employ these powerful tools to the fullest and hopefully contribute in some small way to the success of domes.

Design Statement

Exciting things are happening in the building industry. Recently my interest has been in exploring the design possibilities of thin-shelled, reinforced concrete construction, the healthy house concept, and economical, low maintenance homes built with innovative or non-traditional construction materials. A home should be a place of comfort and healing in tune with the forces of nature; a place to return to for the daily renewing of mind, body and spirit. I enjoy helping people make their vision a reality.

rbissett@buildart.com
208 267 0685

 
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Mark Sigler's
 "DOME OF A HOME"
 

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Loi and I with Mark on the right
inspecting the dome after Ivan.
It has since been fully restored.

 "LARGE, HIGH END DOME COMPLEX"

To insure privacy the name of the owner and the location of this project
will not be revealed. The owner has a design background and was able to develop the overall design concept. I did the design development and working drawings over a period of two years…130’ diameter, four floors, parking garage, aviary, elevator, three story atrium, large kitchen, classical columns, arches, etc…one of the largest and finest dome homes in the world. This dome was part of a five dome project.

Exterior during construction. Doesn't look it here, but this is huge.
Large enough for a full size basketball court and bleachers.
An acre of floor space.

Atrium during construction. Three stories high and about
thirty feet in diameter. The classical column covers are not
yet in place.

Sample Sheets

 "HOTEL VISUALIZATION & PROPOSAL"

A recent design done as part of the
Dragon Design team which also includes
Mark Sigler and Dante Amato.