Customizing Your Yurt – Upgrades That Add Real and Resale Value!

Buying a yurt isn’t just buying a circular shell – it’s a chance to design a space around your lifestyle. At The Out Factory (TOF) we believe every element, from windows to finishes, should be considered from the outset. Customizing your yurt lets you decide how sunlight enters, where the best views are framed and which colours define your living space.

Thoughtful personalization shapes comfort and function and adds resale value. Natural light improves well‑being and lowers energy costs, while high‑quality finishes make your yurt both durable and beautiful. In short, customizing a yurt is an investment that pays dividends in daily comfort and long‑term value.

The Out Factory does not sell rooms; we offer circular structures that maximise light and flow.

Windows, Doors and Natural‑Light Features

Light is central to how a yurt feels. Well‑designed openings connect the interior with the landscape. TOF starts with uPVC windows set in wood frames that can be stained or painted to match your palette. You can position windows anywhere along the circular wall to capture morning light or the evening glow and choose from four styles:

1. Standard sliding windows with bug screens for everyday use.
2. French balcony windows for an elegant flourish.
3. Bay windows that create cosy seating nooks.
4. Signature panoramic glass walls that create unobstructed vistas.

These panoramic walls and screens flood the interior with daylight, enhance cross‑ventilation and frame your surroundings. TOF frames rise nearly three metres (nine feet), allowing floor‑to‑ceiling glass – the largest windows available in the yurt world. Generous glass isn’t an optional upgrade; it’s part of what makes a TOF yurt distinct. Natural light supports well‑being, reduces reliance on artificial lighting and warms the space in cooler months. Large windows also enhance cross‑ventilation and reconnect you with the land.

TOF also offers solid wood doors – from minimalist flush panels to glazed doors and gracious French doors – that can be positioned anywhere around the circle to suit accessibility or views. Extra doors or French balcony doors can make a small yurt feel expansive.

For more on TOF’s craftsmanship – including materials, insulation and finishes – see the Yurt Specifications page.

Skylights and Dome Accessories

Natural light shouldn’t only come from the sides. The skylight dome brings daylight from above and helps regulate temperature. TOF uses a non‑tinted clear polycarbonate dome treated with a UV stabiliser, available in four‑foot diameter for 20‑ and 24‑foot yurts and six‑foot diameter for 32‑foot models. A manual spindle allows you to open the dome for ventilation, and an optional remote‑operated opener lets you adjust airflow at the touch of a button.

Remote‑operated blackout blinds retract into a slim frame, enabling stargazing or complete darkness. These features support cross‑ventilation in summer, release moisture in winter and let you enjoy the night sky without leaving your bed.

Window and Door Overhangs

Overhangs are more than decorative: they shield openings from rain and sun, define entry zones and shape the mood of your yurt. TOF offers five distinct overhang styles, each designed for different aesthetics and climates:

• Classic – a balanced profile suitable for most settings.
• Clearview – prioritises light and unobstructed views.
• Colonial – adds a traditional touch with pronounced eaves.‍
• Leaf – mimics organic shapes for a modern look.

Choosing the right overhang affects how your yurt sheds rain, provides shade and defines entry points; it’s worth careful thought. You can explore how each overhang looks on different sizes using TOF’s 3D Yurt Customizer.

Colours, Finishes and Style Personalization

Colour selection is one of the most personal parts of the design process. TOF’s outer fabric comes in 33 colour options with a satin finish that resists dirt and filters 100 % of UV‑B rays. The fabric carries a ten‑year warranty. Inside, the inner fabric and insulation layers can be colour‑matched to the frame and overhang for a cohesive look.

The wooden frames are made from structural‑grade spruce, pine, fir, southern yellow pine and Douglas Fir sourced from Canadian forests. They are treated with a preservative to resist termites and fungus, then finished with natural oils that allow the grain to shine while standing up to weather. Customers often delight in the number of possible combinations: with three sizes, six window styles and over 1 300 colour combinations, the 3D Yurt Customizer lets you design everything from roof colour and wall fabric to overhang and door finish. Many companies offer limited palettes; TOF makes premium finishes and colour variety standard rather than optional.

Reflective Insulation for Year‑Round Comfort

Comfort in all seasons starts with insulation. TOF yurts include 8 mm aluminium‑faced XLPE reflective insulation that delivers an effective thermal resistance of R‑0.24 m²·°C/W. This multilayer system reflects radiant heat and works with the clear dome and operable windows to keep the interior warm in winter and cool in summer. Some competitors offer basic insulation packages and optional Arctic upgrades at extra cost, but TOF’s reflective insulation is included as standard. It works across climates—from tropical rains to Himalayan winters—and you feel the difference immediately.

Functional Upgrades That Add Long‑Term Value

Doors and Additional Entrances

Extra doors can dramatically change how a yurt functions. Standard kits include one door and two sliding windows (four windows in the 32‑foot model). You can add glazed French doors or additional doors to improve circulation or connect the yurt to a deck, patio or walkway. TOF doors are solid wood with insulated glazing, matching the frame and fabric colours for a seamless finish and a satisfying weight.

Electrical and Plumbing Preparation

Modern living requires power and water. TOF tucks pre‑routed electrical conduits into the structure so cables and sockets never clutter your walls. Optional wooden panels blend seamlessly with the frame, and discreet wall openings can be designed for plumbing, with pipes routed under the platform. These preparations make it easy to integrate hot showers and lighting without disturbing the simplicity of the circle and make the space more appealing to future buyers or rental guests.

For advice on foundations and platform preparations, see TOF’s Ultimate Guide to a Solid Foundation.

Durable Materials and Hardware

Longevity is a core principle in TOF design. Beyond the treated Canadian wood frame, TOF uses stainless steel and galvanised hardware, including lattice connections, tension cables and bespoke brackets. The dome is secured with stainless steel eye bolts, nylock nuts and Grade 316 brackets, and the remote spindle is machined from aluminium. These high‑grade components resist corrosion and ensure that your yurt can withstand winds up to 280 km/h and 4 ft of snow, which is why TOF confidently offers a ten‑year warranty.

To learn more about TOF’s engineering and assembly process, visit How We Work

Resale and Investment Angle

Customizing your yurt is not an indulgence – it’s a strategy that enhances market appeal. Buyers prioritise comfort, aesthetics and practical upgrades, and well‑designed yurts fetch higher resale prices. Yurts with abundant natural light, insulation and stylish finishes resell faster and at better prices than bare‑bones versions.

The ability to dismantle and relocate a yurt easily is another asset; a mobile structure can be moved to new land, used for seasonal rentals or sold to a buyer in a different region. Industry reports note that yurts cost less to build than conventional structures, assemble quickly and deliver strong rental yields. Resort clients report revenue gains of 30 % to 63 % compared with traditional rooms when they invest in premium windows, dome accessories and durable materials.

Why The Out Factory Stands Out

We are proud to be pioneers of the modern luxury yurt. TOF blends structural strength with modern aesthetics and digital customization. Many features that other manufacturers sell as costly upgrades – such as operable domes, panoramic windows and solid wood doors – are standard or modestly priced.

TOF kits can be erected in about 72 hours, and we provide professional installation services and door‑to‑door delivery. Our yurts are engineered for wind loads up to 280 km/h and 4 ft snow loads and come with a ten‑year warranty. This commitment to engineering, aesthetics and personalization ensures that a TOF yurt thrives in both personal and commercial contexts.

For options, prices and sizes, visit Yurts Pricing and Yurt Sizes and Possibilities

For inspiration on interior layouts, see Yurt Floor Plans & Interior Layouts

Call to Action

Your yurt should reflect the way you live. Explore endless possibilities with TOF’s 3D Yurt Customizer and see your vision come to life. If you’d like guidance, our team is here to help: start a conversation for a tailored quote or book a design consultation. Whether you dream of a secluded studio, a family retreat or a high‑end glamping resort, we’ll help you select the right windows, overhangs, colours and upgrades to match your vision and budget.

Ready to design a yurt that offers lasting enjoyment and exceptional resale value? Get in touch with TOF today.