We recently took delivery of a new-to-us storage container here at the factory. We use containers like this for several different things but this one will be used as storage. These containers are great because they are designed to be stacked on ships when used for shipping, so that means that we can easily stack […]
Grant wanted to bring everyone another update from the factory about two boats that we have been renovating over the past few months. The company that was using the boats previously hadn’t used them for quite a while so they were salvaged and we picked them up.The restoration process over the past few months has […]
Grant is coming to you from the Ocean Builders factory here in Panama with another update on the steel tubes that we recently took delivery of. After getting everything unloaded, we began working on some of the prep that needs to be done to get these tubes ready for the next step.The steel is manufactured […]
The SeaPod has a smart desalination system that will take saltwater from the sea and turn it into usable freshwater for the home. This system will operate with a holding tank for saltwater in the engineering room and Omer is here to give a demo of how everything will work.The saltwater tank will be where […]
We have taken one more step towards getting the first completed SeaPod into the water. We have installed the “shelf” on the center spar of our first floating platform that will hold the weight of the actual home portion of the SeaPod. These brackets go around the center spar and create the main weight-bearing portion […]
Omer is back to give us a live demonstration of how the poop separator, the incinerator, and the heat exchanger will work together to safely burn all of the solid waste from the toilet and capture the heat that is generated during the process. This will allow the SeaPod to safely and responsibly dispose of […]
Here we have a quick demonstration of the gesture AI that we will have as an option in the Ocean Builders homes. Gesture AI will use artificial intelligence to recognize simple gestures that will be used to control different actions within the home. This technology can be used for simple things around the house like […]
One of the biggest challenges with the SeaPod is the energy capacity. The SeaPod will not be connected to the municipal power grid so any electricity that is needed to power the home will need to be generated by the home. Because of this, electricity is a very precious resource that we don’t want to […]
We are back with another factory update from Grant. This update is about the flooring of the EcoPod. We have been working to install these floor panels over about eight hours to see how the fitment looks and how everything will work together. So far the results have been good.This was our second or third […]
When dealing with different materials like fiberglass and steel, it is important to protect them from each other. In this particular matchup, the steel will basically always damage the fiberglass if they are connected with no other materials between them. In this case, the fiberglass spar will be installed over the steel spar so we […]
We have been spoiled quite a bit over the years of living in homes with running water. Most of us never worry about what happens with all of the wastewater in our homes because it either goes into a septic tank or back into the municipal sewer and waste system. That luxury is not something […]
To fit the minimalistic look that we want to achieve in the SeaPod, we are going with a kitchen sink design that utilizes capacitive touch instead of the traditional knobs or handles that you will find in most homes. This presented a few different challenges that we had to overcome but luckily for us, Omer […]
Here we have an interview with Grant discussing a fascinating new concept, changing angle dynamic platforms. These platforms, which would float on the water with the Seapods set around them, would add a dynamic and adaptable approach to connecting communities.A traditional platform works like a jetty, sitting on the surface of the water. Changing angle […]
One of the byproducts of having a smart home with so many wireless devices is the presence of Electro-Magnetic Fields, better known as EMFs. Although you can’t see EMFs with your eyes, they practically surround us in the modern world and we wanted to have a way to limit your exposure while living in the […]
We want everything in the SeaPod to work as seamlessly and automatically as possible while also delivering a sleek and minimalistic appearance throughout the home. So when it came to the bathroom sink, it simply made sense to have it be automatic. While the idea was simple, making it happen was a bit more complicated.This […]
We are designing a drone delivery system that will be able to fly deliveries like medicine, a pizza, some wine or beer, a small package, laundry, or anything else that it can carry. While we wanted to have this service available on the SeaPod, we think that it could be very useful even for people […]
Grant Romundt Environmental solar power
We have another update on the progress of getting the solar power system up and running at the factory. Being “green” and environmentally friendly is something that is one of our core values here at Ocean Builders. We keep the environment in mind with everything that we do. One big step toward that goal that […]
The poop separator portion of the incinerator toilet system is coming along nicely. Here we have a demo of how the piston system will work to automatically move the solid waste into the incineration chamber.The poop separator has a controller that is housed in a custom 3D printed box. We are using POE(power over ethernet) […]
After the first day of unloading our steel tubes from these shipping containers, we came back better prepared on the second day. The first day involved anchoring the steel and driving the truck forward and letting it drop on the ground. This worked, but it wasn’t how we wanted to do things.On the second day, […]
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Grant has always been a visionary. From a young age he caught onto new technology trends long before they became commonplace.
This fascination with technology began at a young age where he would build electronic circuits from scratch, disassembling and re-assembling household electronics and then at the age of 8 in 1980 he became the first and youngest student in Canada to compete in a science fair with a software program on an early home computer. His passion continued to propel him forward, leading him to be featured in the Globe and Mail newspaper as having the most advanced mobile paperless office in Canada in 1995 complete with being the first retail adopter of VoIP technology in the country.
Fueled by this entrepreneurial spirit, Grant found himself living in a San Francisco tech frat-house alongside one of PayPal’s co-founders. This connection sparked the creation of his own software development company, which boasted a prestigious clientele including billion-dollar giants like Wella Professionals, L’Oreal Professional, and a roster of other beauty industry brand leaders.
By 2016, Grant had outsourced his software company so we was effectively retired upon which he moved into a floating home in Toronto. After living there for 3 1/2 years he conceived a revolutionary idea: an eco-restorative floating smart home unlike anything the world had ever seen. His vision materialized on September 22nd, 2022, with the unveiling of the first model open to the public.
He is currently dedicated to pioneering the technology for floating modular infrastructure that can connect like lego to make large scale floating communities. That demands not only innovation, but the seamless integration, development, and iteration of groundbreaking technological solutions. Grant’s story is one of relentless pursuit, a testament to the power of imagination and the drive to transform futuristic concepts into tangible realities.
Omer is a dedicated entrepreneur, engineer, and designer with over 11 years of experience in Mechatronics and IT projects. He has been instrumental in designing and implementing the advanced technology that powers OceanBuilders homes. This includes the development of the comprehensive home automation system, electrical and power generation systems, water treatment solutions, lighting, showers and sinks, entertainment systems, security measures, air conditioning system, and all the home sensors such as the weather station and gesture control. Omer also designed the drones for delivering goods to the SeaPod and all the marine-grade electronics from scratch, including circuit board design and the manufacturing of all these electronics for each home.
In addition to his work with OceanBuilders, Omer is the founder of Shark Eye. Shark Eye specializes in video analysis for security and business statistics, as well as developing cutting-edge vehicular access systems that use cameras and AI to detect vehicle license plates, colors, and makes. These systems provide a more secure access solution compared to traditional tag-based systems.
Omer is also experienced in training large language models (LLMs) and neural networks for object detection, and he has worked extensively with thermal cameras. As a Mechatronics Engineer, his passion for innovation and optimization drives his continuous pursuit of creating groundbreaking products and solutions.
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GENERAL
BEDROOM
BATHROOM
KITCHEN
LIVING ROOM
ENGINEERING ROOM
ROOF
SPAR/DOCK AREA
PATIO
3 half floors
2 residents | 2 overnight guests
35 ft long | 26.9 ft wide | 23 ft tall
833 ft² / 73 m² living space
7.5 ft above the waves
Up to 578.45 ft² total windows
1250 ft³ storage space
Spar & Foundation: Steel, concrete
1,400 liters water storage
Exterior: Fiberglass, gel coat, foam
We have designed the bedroom to be your window to the world with unparalleled panoramic views that may inspire you to stay in bed all day long.
231 ft² Living Space
51.7 ft² Total Window Size
The Living Room is a large space that you can fully customize to your liking. It can be a space for entertaining guests, a second bedroom, a gym, an office, or whatever your imagination desires.
178.6 ft² Living Space
167.9 ft² Total Window Size
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Shower Controller
Omer Larrañaga Technology
Here we have a CAD drawing showing the enclosure for the shower controller and the custom PCB board that will be used within it. The shower controller acts as the brain of the smart shower system and reads and relays information between the sensors, the home automation app which will run on a tablet in […]