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Design Your Backyard Shelter in 60 Seconds

Open-source modular saunas, greenhouses & offices — configured in 3D, built with common tools.

One Construction System. Six Structures. Zero License Fees.

Thios is an open-source construction standard — standardized panel geometry that lets you build saunas, greenhouses, offices, and more from hardware-store lumber. Like LEGO, but for buildings.

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The Thios Construction System

One standardized panel geometry. Every module connects to every other. One system, infinite configurations.

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Modular Geometry

Every panel follows the same connection standard — swap, stack, and reconfigure freely. Design once, build anything.

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Hardware-Store Lumber

Standard 2×4s from any hardware store. No exotic materials, no proprietary parts, no vendor lock-in.

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CERN Open Hardware v2

The same license CERN uses for particle detectors. Modify, share, sell — no permission needed.

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3 Basic Tools

Circular saw, drill, measuring tape. If you can build a bookshelf, you can build a Thiosphere.

How It Works

1

Design Your Space

Use the free 3D configurator to pick a structure type and customize your layout. Get your exact bill of materials.

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Get Quotes

Share your design with local lumber yards and builders. Real quotes from real suppliers in your area.

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Build It

Follow the step-by-step handbook with your cut list. Standard tools, standard lumber, a few weekends.

~$500 Avg. Lumber Cost Per Structure (USD)
6 Structure Types
$0 License Fees, Forever
100% Open Source Design Files
3 Tools Required
10 Languages Available
👤 Designed by Peter Bartsch 20 years in product design
🏢 John Deere · FourKites · Nokia HERE
📜 CERN Open Hardware License v2 Modify, share, and improve freely
🔒 Secure Stripe Checkout 30-Day Money Back

Get the Build System

Complete construction plans, 3D configurator access, and builder network. Every purchase funds the next open-source prototype.

Single Handbook
$29
Pick one structure.
Complete build plans, cut lists, and assembly guide for your chosen product.
  • ✅ Full Construction Plans
  • ✅ Bill of Materials + Cut Lists
  • ✅ Lifetime Updates
Get Started — $29
Full System Access
$299
Every structure, forever.
All six product handbooks — current and future. Direct team access. Fund the movement.
  • ✅ All 6 Product Handbooks
  • ✅ Lifetime Updates + New Products
  • ✅ Direct Team Access + Founder Badge
Get Full Access — $299

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🔥 The Build System is Live!

Get the construction plans, cut lists, and build guides — starting at $29. Open source. Zero license fees.

Founder's Edition includes lifetime access to all planned handbooks!

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✨ Design Your Own Modular Space

Use our free 3D configurator to customize your build - swap modules, change materials, and see it in AR on your phone.

🪄 Open Configurator