Building Off the Grid
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Building Off the Grid

From the edge of an active volcano in Hawaii and the Appalachian Mountains to the deserts of New Mexico and upstate New York, builders battle harsh conditions to construct innovative, self-sufficient homes in remote areas.
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  1. S8 E1 - Bamboo House

    October 1, 2019
    40min
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    Bamboo-home architect David Sands seizes the opportunity to build his own getaway in Hawaii that features a luxurious outdoor bath area and detached, starlit master bedroom.
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  2. S8 E2 - Earth Block Ranch

    October 14, 2019
    40min
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    A family builds thousands of earth blocks while withstanding winter monsoons, freezing temperatures and more to finish their San Antonio forever home.
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  3. S8 E3 - Floating Castle

    October 15, 2019
    40min
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    Marine scientists hire engineers Nicolas Derouin and Arnaud Luguet to create a first-of-its-kind floating home. Nicolaus and Arnaud have nine months to complete it, but unpredictable weather and build hiccups threaten the project.
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  4. S8 E4 - Container Dreamhouse

    October 24, 2019
    40min
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    A couple sets out to build a home using five shipping containers on a wooded lot in Oklahoma. They hope his professional background and their collection of building materials helps them finish the job quickly.
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  5. S8 E5 - Streamside Cottage

    November 11, 2019
    40min
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    Professional treehouse builder Michael "Murph" Murphy wants to build a cottage retreat for his family in Washington. He enlists his friends to create a natural siding and a massive fishing net for lounging above the living space.
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  6. S8 E6 - Tropical Paradise

    November 18, 2019
    40min
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    A Texas family builds an oceanfront oasis on the majestic slopes of Maui, Hawaii. The Quonset hut will keep the budget low but a number of unexpected setbacks will push the hardworking family to their limits.
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  7. S8 E7 - Piney Woods Place

    October 31, 2019
    40min
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    Cat Taylor uses her artistic and naturalistic background to construct a remote sanctuary for her and her husband in the woods of Northwest Texas.
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  8. S8 E8 - Cascade Mountain Escape

    November 30, 2019
    40min
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    A couple builds the 2,400-square-foot cabin of their dreams deep in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State.
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  9. S8 E9 - Colorado Crest

    December 9, 2019
    40min
    TV-G
    Phil Parr heads to northern Colorado to build the ultimate off-grid tent. Far beyond simple nylon and poles, this lavish tent has a custom fabricated wooden frame, canvas shell and 650-square-feet of livable elegance.
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  10. S8 E10 - Dakota A-Frame

    December 16, 2019
    40min
    TV-G
    Cappie brings together off-grid and luxury in the hills of South Dakota.
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