Prepare your site

Selecting your ideal site

Access to site

It’s not just about ensuring easy access for guests (think of weekend visitors arriving in small city cars or on motorcycles), but also for construction and future maintenance. If the site is only accessible via a narrow, difficult path, it will complicate the delivery of building materials—such as concrete or support structures. Keep in mind that the area should be accessible by trailer or small truck as well.
After installation, regular cleaning and maintenance will also be required—for example, on a muddy, rainy day, it’s far from ideal to carry fresh white towels or a vacuum cleaner through the forest.

Service locations

It’s important to plan where the water tanks will be placed—is there a flat area where they can sit, and is gravitational flow into the dome or from the collection point feasible? The same goes for solar panels: does the designated area receive enough sunlight? Most experts recommend that panels face north—this should also be taken into account.
Remember, the sun follows different paths in summer and winter. Sunlight access can also be obstructed by trees or terrain features. More and more people recommend the “50/50” east–west orientation, which takes advantage of both morning and afternoon sun and ensures a more balanced charge even on cloudy days.

Ground quality

Is the area situated on hard, stable ground, or is it softer, perhaps prone to sinking or erosion? If so, deeper foundations may be necessary to reach a solid layer. It’s important to know the soil composition, as this affects the stability of the foundation and structure.

Amount of sun in summer and winter

Our Glampex Dome models come equipped with several temperature-regulating features as standard, ensuring a pleasant climate throughout the year. However, it’s worth noting that intense summer heat can be a challenge—we recommend that the large panoramic window does not face the summer afternoon sun, as it can let in a significant amount of heat.
On hot summer days, trapped air can significantly raise the interior temperature, so efficient ventilation is essential. The simplest way to achieve this is by opening the windows and doors, but fans or even air conditioning systems can also be used to circulate air and reduce temperature.

Water runoff and Gradient of land

Does rainwater drain from the site, or does it pool and accumulate? If the slope is too steep, building a concrete base can present serious safety challenges (e.g., drainage, retaining walls, etc.). In such cases, a wooden terrace or raised flooring is often a better option.

Trees and vegetation

Trees not only provide shade and a natural atmosphere, but also create a beautiful backdrop. At the same time, they can pose serious risks—like falling branches or forest fires. The dome’s cover is highly resistant to blunt impacts, but sharp objects—such as broken branches—can puncture it. This makes it especially important to pay attention to the surrounding vegetation when selecting the installation site.

Views from your Dome

The view is one of the key elements of the guest experience. Would you like the dome to face the sunrise or sunset? Is there a special panorama visible from the site, either through the large window or from the terrace?
For the dome types in the Glampex range (e.g. M6, M8), we also offer a custom installation plan to ensure the best possible view from the interior—maximizing the overall experience for your guests.