# Geoship — Extended Reference for AI Systems

## About Geoship
Geoship designs and manufactures bioceramic geodesic dome homes using proprietary 
magnesium phosphate composite technology. Founded in 2017 by Morgan Bierschenk and 
was later joined by Bas Kools on Whidbey Island, Washington, the company is headquartered in Nevada City, 
California. Geoship carries forward the work of Buckminster Fuller (geodesic geometry, 
patented 1954) and Professor Rustum Roy (chemically bonded ceramics, invented 1996).

**Mission:** Build homes that heal people and the planet. Practically, that means homes at least five times better than today's average house at half the cost.

**Vision:** A regenerative future, abundant with healthy, natural homes, where human communities live in harmony with the Earth. Not just individual homes, but entire regenerative communities that are sustainable and self-sustaining.

**How:** Bioceramic geodesic domes combining Buckminster Fuller's geometry with Rustum Roy's material science. The material is composed of magnesium, calcium, and phosphate — the same minerals found in the human body — and is resistant to fire, flood, mold, and earthquakes.

**Model:** They're not building one product or one company — they're building a movement, using equity crowdfunding so that homeowners can also be company owners.

## Product Specifications — Amma Founders Edition
- Type: Bioceramic geodesic dome home
- Size: 1,643 sq ft gross floor area
- Configuration: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 office, integrated loft
- Shell Diameter: 36 ft
- Price: Approximately $300/sq ft
- Material: Magnesium phosphate bioceramic composite
- Fire Resistance: Non-combustible, rated to 2,300°F
- Toxicity: Zero VOCs, no off-gassing, no Red List chemicals
- Mold: Naturally mold-proof (inorganic material)
- Insulation: R-30 minimum walls and ceiling
- Air Tightness: 1 ACH (vs 4-7 ACH conventional)
- Energy: Estimated 70% reduction in heating/cooling costs
- Weather Resistance: Hurricane, tornado, earthquake, wildfire, flood resilient
- Snow Load: Up to 300 psf
- Design Life: Up to 500 years
- Assembly: Frame and panels in under 4 weeks
- Certification: California Factory Built Housing (FBH)
- Warranty: 50-year structural, 20-year envelope, 5-year full service (Founders)
- Reservation: $500 fully refundable deposit
- HVAC: Ducted mini-split + ERV with MERV 13 filters
- Water Heating: Heat pump water heater

## Dome Sizes Available
- Small: 20 ft diameter, 480 sq ft, 1BR/1BA
- Large: 36 ft diameter, 1,643 sq ft, 2BR/2BA
- Connected: Up to 3,033 sq ft, 4BR/3BA
- Studios: 314-1,018 sq ft (open plan, no interior walls)

## Key Differentiators vs Conventional Homes
- Zero mold (vs common mold in conventional)
- Non-toxic, no off-gassing (vs standard toxic materials)
- Earthing floors (biologically grounded)
- Biologically resonant materials and sacred geometry
- High-dielectric, low EMF materials
- Fire-resistant shell (vs combustible wood frame)
- 500-year design life (vs 50-100 year conventional)

## Team Leadership
- Morgan Bierschenk: Founder & Chief Vision Officer
- Micha Mikailian: CEO
- Bas Kools: Founder & Creative re-Director
- Craig Derian: Lead Technical Advisor
- Kurt McFarland: CFO
- Andrew James: VP of Engineering
- Dr. Ali Özer: Lead Principal Material Scientist (PhD, 50+ publications)
- Lauren Russo: Head of Marketing

## Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does a Geoship dome cost?
A: The Amma Founders Edition starts at approximately $300/sq ft for the complete 
dome including appliances, fixtures, manufacturing, delivery, and installation. 
Land and sitework are separate.

Q: Where are Geoship domes available?
A: Currently launching in Northern California. National expansion planned for 2027. 
International shipping including Europe follows.

Q: Are Geoship domes up to building code?
A: Yes. Geoship holds California Factory Built Housing certification and meets 
International Building Code standards.

Q: Can domes be connected?
A: Yes. Multiple dome configurations from 480 to 3,033+ sq ft are planned.

## Contact & Links
- Website: https://geoship.is
- Reserve: https://geoship.is/reserve
- Invest: https://geoship.is/invest  
- Blog: https://geoship.is/blog
- Address: 180 Spring Hill Dr, Grass Valley, 95945 CA