Building Off the Grid

A couple faces challenges as they build a watchtower 30 feet in the air.

A family must work together to build a luxury glamping escape in Texas.

A family faces Mother Nature’s forces while building an underground home.

A man battles turbulent weather to construct a Greek cottage in Tennessee.

An Indiana farming family combines old with new to create a grain bin retreat on their busy working farm. They're up against snow, wind and freezing temperatures as they race to complete their build before farming season begins.

After experiencing a devastating tornado, a family wants to build an off-grid retreat overlooking Tennessee's Ocoee River; as amateur builders, they must rely on the help of friends and family, and each other, to reach the finish line.

A couple looks to bring the shores of Key West to their donkey sanctuary in Missouri; despite having experience with building off-grid properties, they face challenges as they attempt to construct a double container home deep in the woods.

A couple plans to build a unique outdoor living space in Colorado by using donkeys to get materials to the top of their steep build site. When their plans go haywire, however, they are left scrambling for solutions to finish the project.

A family of three in the North Georgia mountains are building a unique, geodesic dome home at the top of their property. After endless rainstorms, their build site becomes nearly inaccessible and they question if their forever home will ever be completed.

An outdoor enthusiast works to build his dream retirement home in the Idaho mountains, but weather and material shortages slow his timeline. As things get back on track, he receives devastating news that brings his build to a grinding halt.