PassivDom makes 3D printed homes to withstand zombie apocalypse
Kiev-based firm PassivDom has unveiled a burglar and zombie-proof version of its 3D printed modular eco-home. As well as including solar panels, battery storage and an air filter that can extract humidity for drinking water, the zombie version of the home is made with a material six times stronger than steel and features armoured windows and reinforced door frames. The company has also thrown in a Bible and extra toilet roll for those end-of-the-world moments. Prices start at $32,000.
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Living off the grid no longer has to mean sacrificing creature comforts, thanks to a Ukrainian firm that has created the ultimate in self-sufficient luxury.

The modular homes are fully customisable and can withstand any environment in the world, thanks to the high tech materials used in their construction.

And for the ultra-security conscious, the firm even provides a special edition version that will be able to withstand hordes of zombie invaders.

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Ukrainian firm PassivDom has created a range of 3D printed modular homes (pictured) which can be customised to create properties ranging from the basic to the luxurious. A variety of optional extras can provide additional creature comforts and technological gadgets, as well as a security package which promises to repel hordes of zombies.

KEY FEATURES Three versions of the properties are available to suit customer's needs. A range of optional extras - including the tongue-in-cheek zombie survival package - are available. Key features include solar panels on the roof and battery storage for up to two weeks of backup power. A filter converts humidity in the air into drinkable water - which can be stored in a 900 litre (200 gallon) capacity on-board reservoir. Filters for natural water supplies - including lakes, wells and rivers - as well as an autonomous sewerage system can also be included. Advertisement !- - ad: https://mads.dailymail.co.uk/v8/ru/sciencetech/none/article/other/mpu_factbox.html?id=mpu_factbox_1 - ->

The solar-powered houses are made by Kiev-based firm PassivDom who use industrial 3D printing to manufacture the properties.

The homes are the brainchild of engineer Dr Max Gerbut and his team, and are constructed from carbon fibre and fibreglass, which means the entire property is fully recyclable.

Prices start at €30,000 (£26,000/$32,000) and increase to €60,000 (£51,000/$63,000), with additional extras available.

The tongue-in-cheek Zombie special package includes a bible for last minute prayer as well as extra toilet roll supplies.

Additional security protections - more likely to deter would-be burglars than the living dead - include armoured glass, reinforced aluminium window and door frames, and a construction material which is six times stronger than steel.

A built-in alarm system also keeps an eye on your home by video sent to your smartphone.

The properties take around a month to build at the company's Kiev factory, but customers can also choose from a range of pre-constructed modules which are ready to ship - and can be with you within a matter of hours.

The size of the home can be customised by the number of modules purchased and can be supplied fully furnished at an additional cost.

They are also totally mobile and can be installed anywhere in the world and are built to withstand anything the environment can throw at them - thanks to extremely efficient insulation.

The properties take around a month to produce at their Kiev factory, but customers choose from a range of pre-constructed modules which are ready to ship and can be with you within a matter of hours.

The modules are totally mobile and can be installed anywhere in the world and the size of the home can be customised by the number of modules purchased

The homes can be supplied fully furnished at an additional cost and include solar panels on the roof and battery storage for up to two weeks of backup power

The homes are completely self-sufficient, and include solar panels on the roof that collect energy - even at a lower rate in rainy conditions - which can be stored up to a maximum two week backup capacity.

The charge is stored in lithium iron phosphate batteries, which are frost-resistant up to -55°C (-67°F).

The properties are believed to consume 20 per cent less energy than conventional homes.

PassivDom also claims they are the warmest residential buildings in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records, thanks to vacuum insulation technology.

For liquid refreshment and cleaning, a filter converts humidity in the air into drinkable water - which can be stored in a 900 litre (200 gallon) capacity on-board reservoir.

The units also contain filters for natural water supplies - including lakes, wells and rivers - as well as an autonomous sewerage system.

PassivDom claims they are the warmest residential buildings in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records, thanks to vacuum insulation technology

There are three models available and PasivDom can be supplied completely ready for living - including furniture, household appliances, pillows and even wine glasses

PassivDom offers additional extras allow the more technically minded buyer to install home cinema systems, stereo equipment and satellite television. Creature comforts like wood burning fire places and a fully kitted out kitchen can be installed, as well as a wooden terrace in front of the house

There are three models available which can be supplied completely ready for living - including furniture, household appliances, pillows and even wine glasses.

Additional extras allow the more technically minded buyer to install home cinema systems, stereo equipment and satellite television.

Creature comforts like wood burning fire places and a fully kitted out kitchen can be installed, as well as a wooden terrace in front of the house.

A self-learning micro-climate system creates ideal conditions inside the house by maintaining the ideal temperature and humidity, as well as monitoring oxygen and carbon dioxide content.

The modules are built to withstand anything the environment can throw at them, thanks to extremely efficient insulation. Energy storage comes in the form of lithium iron phosphate batteries, which are frost-resistant up to -55°C (-67°F)

A self-learning micro-climate system creates ideal conditions inside the house by maintaining the ideal temperature and humidity, as well as monitoring oxygen and carbon dioxide content

The homes are the brainchild of engineer Dr Max Gerbut and his team and are constructed from carbon fibre and fibreglass, which means the entire property is fully recyclable

Under the floor heating ensures that even the chilliest climates can be endured.

And all of these devices are internet connected, meaning every feature of the futuristic homes can be controlled by an app.

Speaking to TechCrunch, Dr Gerbut said: 'PassivDom is the world's first mobile and transportable house with Passive House parameters.

'Due to the use of advanced materials and unique developments by our engineers, PassivDom has the highest thermal performance among residential buildings. The walls of PassivDom are as warm as brick.

'Thermal characteristics are high enough to use 20 times less energy than an ordinary building.

'That's why it is possible to realise full off-grid autonomy in a cold climate without complex and expensive engineering heating system.'