Rudy Koch, Chief Engineer at Ocean Builders, is undertaking a 120-day underwater living challenge, offering doctors a unique chance to study human adaptation to prolonged underwater habitation.By tracking specific biomarkers, indicators of how the body responds to conditions and treatments.This journey offers groundbreaking insights into epigenetics, biological age, and how our environment shapes the way […]
The recent Liberty in Our Lifetime conference was an inspiring and successful gathering of visionaries and changemakers from across the globe, all driven by a shared mission: to reshape governance, urban life, and sustainability through innovative Free Cities.Held at the elegant Empire Hall in Prague’s historic city center, the event served as the heartbeat of […]
Celebrating the First Quarter of Our 120-Day Underwater Record Attempt.As the waves crash above and marine life thrives all around, we have officially entered the second quarter of our bold adventure: 120 days underwater.Surpassing Day 30, we’re celebrating this milestone with a renewed sense of excitement and purpose, with just 90 days left to set […]
As Rudy reaches the remarkable 30-day milestone in the underwater habitat, CEO Grant Romundt took the opportunity to check in and reflect on the journey so far.Rudiger Koch, Chief Engineer of Ocean Builders, is attempting to break the world record for the longest continuous stay underwater in a fixed habitat, a target of 120 days.This […]
Ocean Builders is on the cusp of making history as Rüdiger Koch, co-founder and aerospace engineer, embarks on a groundbreaking attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest continuous stay below the water in an underwater room. This bold endeavor will take place inside the underwater room of the Deepwater SeaPod, an […]
Grant Romundt Construction, Design, Other
One of the most common questions we get is about security: Do you feel safe up there? Do you worry about pirates or break-ins?While security is always a concern, living on a SeaPod offers unique advantages that significantly mitigate these risks.Elevated Design for Enhanced SecurityThe SeaPod is anchored in a bay filled with boats at […]
Welcome to our latest blog post where we delve into the world of floating real estate investment.If you’re considering owning a floating property, you’re already well aware of the unique opportunities and challenges it presents.SeaPod communities will soon stand out as an enticing alternative to traditional floating real estate developments.
Grant Romundt Environmental, Lifestyle, Other
Living on a SeaPod offers a unique perspective for everyday activities, and Grant Romundt, CEO of Ocean Builders, demonstrates this through his daily skincare routine.With the breathtaking ocean view as his backdrop, Grant shares his steps and product choices.Waking Up to a Sea Symphony:The skin reacts to your personal happiness, and the SeaPod’s design is […]
Grant Romundt Lifestyle, Other
Living at sea is an adventure that demands a unique skill set, and among the essential skills is the art of knot tying.In this article, we’ll delve into the importance of knot tying when living at sea, with insights from none other than our CEO at Ocean Builders, Grant Romundt! Through a video demonstration aboard […]
Being innovative could be assimilated to being able to change and adapt to new situations, new discoveries, and new understanding. Coupled with determination to achieve the desired goals, this capacity to change is at the core of every successful venture. At Ocean Builders, we live by such a motto.In the past, our focus was on […]
Ocean Builders’ Remarkable Journey in 2023: A Commitment to Sustainability and SuccessIn the ever-evolving landscape of Ocean Builders, the year 2023 has proven to be a transformative and dynamic period, marked by significant milestones and a steadfast commitment to corporate social responsibility. From the beginning of the year to our current standing, the journey has […]
2023 was a wonderful year for Ocean Builders at many levels. We have achieved several important milestones in our overall goal to make SeaPods available for everyone interested as soon as possible.If you follow our blog, you sure know how exciting our 2023 journey has been, culminating in the soon-to-be completed SeaPod Alpha Deep and […]
Welcome to the Future of Profitable Oceanfront Living! Welcome to the future of what it means to rent accommodation for anyone seeking a different type of temporary home during their travels, or for a longer-term residence. That’s why Ocean Builders’ SeaPods aren’t just futuristic floating homes; they’re an unparalleled investment opportunity. In this deep dive […]
The Panama’s canal, a marvel of modern engineering essential to Ocean Builders goals.Panama is known for its incredible beauty, but the country is most famous for its canal, an infrastructure of critical importance for the worldwide trade of goods and… to ship SeaPods around the world!The historical significance and strategic location of Panama, particularly with […]
A few days ago, we had the pleasure to welcome our very first guest on the SeaPod! Patti Zanin won our overnight giveaway on September 21st at the Day One Global Launch Event. Patti is very familiar with our beloved sustainable mindset as she is managing business for Sprout.AI Solutions, which is an indoor vertical […]
Rüdiger Koch Other deep water seapod
One of the things that we are looking into is a Deep Water SeaPod. The first SeaPods will be in waters that are no more than 25 meters or about 80 feet of water, but we want to explore the option of going deeper. Rüdi went on a little expedition to explore a possible location […]
We come to you today with some very important news that affects our mission as well as the people of Panama – Panama has passed Crypto Bill 697 which is a major cryptocurrency bill that opens the door to allow cryptocurrency to be used for public and private transactions and investments in the country.The bill […]
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 […]
Most of our readers are familiar with the SeaPod and the GreenPod by now, and if you have been following along closely to the blog then you may have noticed the “EcoPod” being referenced in a post or two. While most of our focus has been on the SeaPod development, we have been working on […]
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 that will form the foundation of the world’s first floating city – a project 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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Underwater Record: Witness Setup
Mariaan Jacobs Other
As Rudiger Koch embarks on his world record attempt for the longest time living underwater, ensuring that everything is properly monitored is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the challenge.To meet the strict requirements set by the Guinness World Records, a well-coordinated witness system has been established.This includes both liveaboard and remote witnesses who will […]