Meet Cora: The Smartest AI Assistant for Your SeaPod Living Experience
Discover how Ocean Builders’ cutting-edge AI technology is redefining smart home automation for floating homes and ocean living communities.
Discover how Ocean Builders’ cutting-edge AI technology is redefining smart home automation for floating homes and ocean living communities.
Mariaan Jacobs Environmental, Technology
At Ocean Builders, we’re not just building floating homes, we’re building the next frontier of intelligent, eco-restorative living.For visionary entrepreneurs and innovation-driven investors, the SeaPod represents a rare convergence of luxury, sustainability, and technology into one extraordinary home.Our mission is clear: to make ocean living not just viable, but visionary. It begins with redefining the […]
Discover how AI is revolutionizing off-grid living with SeaPods, smart floating homes designed for sustainability, comfort, and the future of ocean habitation.The dream of living on the ocean has long captured the imagination of explorers, futurists, and freedom-seekers alike.But today, that dream is no longer confined to fantasy, it’s becoming a reality with SeaPods: a […]
Mariaan Jacobs Construction, Technology
We’re thrilled to share that Ocean Builders was recently featured on Univision’s Primer Impacto, one of the most-watched Spanish-language news programs in the world.The segment spotlights our groundbreaking Guinness World Record for the longest stay in an underwater fixed habitat, and highlights our mission to revolutionize sustainable ocean living.Earlier this year, Ocean Builders captured global […]
We’ve designed a smart, remote-controlled jet ski winch to enhance effortless docking and lifting for the SeaPod.Traditional winches require manual operation, meaning you must be physically present to raise or lower the jet ski onto the platform.This makes things tricky when you’re out on the water approaching the SeaPod, as you either need someone on […]
Exploring the ocean at night has always been a challenge, but with our latest underwater lighting, we are taking an innovative step forward in marine research and observation.The Deepwater SeaPod’s underwater room, situated 11 meters below the surface, now features a custom-installed underwater light system, designed not just for visibility, but for scientific discovery.When the […]
At Ocean Builders, we’ve developed an advanced underwater lighting system for the SeaPod that not only enhances the underwater experience but also ensures durability, efficiency, and ease of use.Here’s a closer look at how our innovative lighting system works and what makes it stand out.Seamless Control & Smart AutomationOur underwater lighting system is designed for […]
Our mission has always been to innovate and create sustainable solutions that allow people to live harmoniously with nature. One of our key developments in this mission is our Rainwater Filtration System, which takes a vital resource — rainwater — and transforms it into clean, drinkable water using cutting-edge technology.Here’s an update on our progress […]
At Ocean Builders, we’re constantly improving our technologies to make SeaPod living as efficient and futuristic as possible. Following our previous blog on drone delivery for food, we’re excited to share updates on the latest enhancements to our drone system. These updates ensure greater reliability and safety, making drone delivery more practical and secure. Key […]
To celebrate Day 60 of Rudy’s incredible underwater challenge, we hosted two remarkable guests live from the underwater room. Their expertise in cutting-edge technology, neuroscience, and transhumanism made this milestone even more special. Our first guest was Christian Klaes, a Professor of Neurotechnology at Ruhr University Bochum. Christian’s research explores brain-computer interfaces, Virtual Reality, and […]
Mariaan Jacobs Environmental, Technology
Living on the open seas offers a unique and serene lifestyle, but it also comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to food.Traditional gardening methods are not feasible on floating homes, making hydroponics an innovative and practical solution.Hydroponics, the method of growing plants without soil, can transform the way we approach […]
Omer Larrañaga Construction, Technology
At Ocean Builders, we’ve taken on the challenge of developing our own LED controllers, and here’s why.The existing options on the market simply don’t meet our specific needs.From the ground up, SeaPods are built with marine-grade components that are not only durable but also integrate seamlessly into our cutting-edge home automation system. The LED controllers […]
Mariaan Jacobs Construction, Technology
As we kick off Week 1 of the 101-day underwater challenge, our enthusiasm is driven by our passion for ocean living and our vision for the future. Our mission is straightforward: to establish a Guinness World Record with Rudiger Koch, Co-Founder of Ocean Builders, by spending over 101 consecutive days in the underwater room of […]
Grant Romundt Construction, Technology
We are making history, and it’s happening right now beneath the surface of the ocean. Our journey toward ocean habitation has taken a bold new step, as we’re now inside our fully functional underwater room, setting the stage for a monumental world record attempt.Rüdiger Koch, Co-Founder of Ocean Builders, is currently attempting to break the […]
Grant Romundt Construction, Technology
At Ocean Builders, we’re constantly innovating, especially when it comes to the longevity and sustainability of our floating homes.
One of the most crucial elements in maintaining the structural integrity of the SeaPods is protecting the steel from rust in the harsh marine environment.
When it comes to protecting the superstructure of the SeaPod, ensuring the longevity and stability of the materials used is crucial.Enter Impressed Current Cathodic Protection, a cutting-edge solution designed to safeguard metal structures from the relentless threat of corrosion.In this post, we’ll take a closer look at this system, specifically the latest version, which has […]
Grant Romundt Construction, Design, Technology
There have been some questions about the engineering room. Are there any developments down there?This area is essentially where all the magic happens.Under our main living area on the main floor, there’s a circular, half-moon-shaped space beneath the pod, and that’s where we house our engineering room. This room is the powerhouse of the SeaPod, […]
Hey everyone, welcome to the SeaPod and welcome to Pod life! Another question we get a lot is: “How do you charge your batteries on the SeaPod?” Right now, we’re primarily using solar panels. Our newest Deepwater Model has 36 square meters of curved panels. Although these new panels are slightly less efficient than the […]
The American-Made Power at Sea Prize seeks new, innovative, and feasible marine energy concepts that can fulfill Powering the Blue Economy initiatives. This includes supporting offshore industries, science, and security activities, and meeting the energy and water needs of coastal and rural island communities. Entering this competition with WITT Energy as Team Ocean Energy Builders, […]
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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We believe that we are in the early pioneering days of a revolutionary new way of living and that entirely new industries will be born as civilization starts expanding into the sea.
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We are looking for passionate entrepreneurs, aquapreneurs, technology enthusiasts, electronics hackers, marine biologists and other people that are passionate about developing new products and services that civilization will need to live on the ocean. You can participate remotely or be part of our Blue Economy Incubator Residential Program where you will be surrounded with like minded people.
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SeaPods: Autonomous Floating Residences
Mariaan Jacobs Design, Technology
Discover AI-powered SeaPods where smart floating homes think for themselves.Your ocean sanctuary just got an upgrade. In fact, everything about how you live, relax, and connect with the world on the ocean is about to change.Imagine waking up to endless ocean horizons while your AI assistant seamlessly orchestrates your perfect morning routine. The blinds adjust […]