Geodesic-Dome Chicken Coop Kit

With a Geodesic-Dome Chicken Coop Kit, one can reportedly erect in a few hours a geodesic-shaped chicken coop made of 1-inch-diameter PVC pipe and standard chicken wire. Lightweight yet reportedly sturdy, the supplier claims that the structure is long lasting (no rusting or rotting) and easy to move by hand. The kit includes PVC-pipe struts, connecting hubs, hub center rings, heavy-duty fabric zip ties, handles to move the coop, and assembly instruction manual. Not included is chicken wire and covering tarp, both being available from local or online hardware or farm-supply outlets. The only tools reportedly needed to build are a drill and a saw. Choose from sizes designed to accommodate up to 35, 65, or 100 birds.

Cost: Small: $455, medium: $515, large: $615

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity, Strength/endurance, Upper extremity