Toitu House
Inspired by Hobbits, Designed by Humans
Toitu House is a one-of-a-kind, earth-sheltered Hobbit home designed to blend seamlessly with the land. Inspired by the Māori concept of “toitu”—meaning permanent and sustainable—this dome-shaped retreat reflects a deeper philosophy: while people may come and go, the land endures. Built with harmony, longevity, and story in mind, this project brings a timeless vision of living lightly on the earth to life.
Home designed to last 1000 years?
34 min
Hobbit Hole Design Q&A
33 min
Heating and Air for a Hobbit Hole
42 min
Hobbit Hole Framing Update
9 min
First Look at the Hobbit’s second floor
4 min
Full Time Lapse of Steel Kit Framing
12min
First Look at the Hobbit’s second floor
4 min
Partial assembly of the steel frame of Toitu House
30 sec