new zealand native builds solar powered, smartphone-controlled skysphere

new zealand native builds solar powered, smartphone-controlled skysphere
all images courtesy of jono williams

new zealand native jono williams has built himself a habitable ‘skysphere‘ that is powered by the sun and activated by the use of smartphone apps. a cylindrical space is enclosed by a 2meter high, 360 degree viewing window that offers panoramic views of the surrounding natural landscape. the rounded interior is supported by a towering steel column that spears through its core — a simple and multipurpose architectural element that can be adapted to virtually any environment. a narrow shape is cut into the side of the pillar, revealing a ladder that leads up to the top floor. encompassing the ‘apartment’ level are a a series of steel arcs that form a sphere that hovers above ground. these rods each feature a row of solar panels that bring the energy from the sun inside the luminous circular chamber.

the apartment level sits inside a steel sphere that hovers above ground

once inside, domestic elements are outfitted with technological controls and applications. these systems include a fingerprint entry motorized door; refrigerated, in-couch beer dispenser; solar powered management system; miracast projector; wireless sound system; and computer generated voice dialogs. williams has also built a custom queen size bed, added dimmable, colored mood LED lighting, high speed internet, a central ladder for entry and a rooftop starview platform.

a custom built queen size bed is placed along the window wall 

the apartment includes a refrigerated, in-couch beer dispenser

the ‘skysphere’ overlooks the surrounding natural landscape

a 360 degree window offers panoramic views 

the habitat is supported by a steel structure that towers above the earth

rows of solar panels are attached to steel rods, bringing energy and illumination to the interior 

LED mood lights shine by night 

construction phases underway 

initial building of the ‘skysphere’ 

the early construction phases of the building