The BEST episodes of Building Off the Grid season 8

Every episode of Building Off the Grid season 8, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Building Off the Grid season 8!

A team of builders face difficult conditions to build innovative homes in remote areas. They are faced with tight deadlines and uninhabitable landscapes as they attempt the impossible.

Last Updated: 11/10/2024Network: Magnolia NetworkStatus: Continuing
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7.78
18 votes

#1 - Floating Castle

Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/16/2019

Marine scientists in Florida hire engineers Nicolas Derouin and Arnaud Luguet to create a first-of-its-kind floating home. They have nine months to complete it, but unpredictable weather and building hiccups may sink this project before it can swim.

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7.75
16 votes

#2 - Hawaii Bamboo House

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/2/2019

Bamboo-home architect David Sands seizes the opportunity to build his own getaway in Hawaii that features a luxurious outdoor bath area and detached, starlit master bedroom. However, volcanic eruptions threaten to send the entire project up in smoke.

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7.39
18 votes

#3 - Earth Block Ranch

Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/9/2019

A family builds thousands of earth blocks while withstanding winter monsoons, freezing temperatures and more to finish their San Antonio forever home.

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7.38
16 votes

#4 - Tropical Paradise

Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/17/2019

A Texas family builds an oceanfront oasis on the majestic slopes of Maui, Hawaii. The Quonset hut they've chosen to go with will keep the budget low but a number of unexpected setbacks will push the hardworking family to their limits.

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7.38
8 votes

#5 - Cascade Mountain Escape

Season 8 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/1/2019

Deep in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State, a couple is building their 2,400-square-foot dream cabin. The location gives them amazing views but hauling heavy beams up dusty switchbacks on a six-month deadline pushes them to their limits.

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7.31
16 votes

#6 - Streamside Cottage

Season 8 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/10/2019

Professional treehouse builder Michael "Murph" Murphy wants to build a cottage retreat for his family in Washington. He enlists his friends to create a natural siding and a massive fishing net for lounging above the living space.

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7.07
14 votes

#7 - Piney Woods Place

Season 8 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/24/2019

Cat Taylor uses her artistic and naturalistic background to construct a remote sanctuary for her and her husband in the woods of Northwest Texas. The two-story home uses a mixture of sand, clay and straw with a touch of comfort to entertain family.

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7.06
18 votes

#8 - Container Dreamhouse

Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2019

First-time builders Shay and Shae set out to build a home using five shipping containers on a wooded lot in Oklahoma. They hope his background in electrical and welding, and their collection of building materials, helps them finish the job quickly.

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7.00
4 votes

#9 - Colorado Crest

Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/8/2019

Builder Phil Parr heads to the wilderness of northern Colorado to build the ultimate off-grid tent. Far beyond simple nylon and poles, this lavish tent has a custom fabricated wooden frame, canvas shell and 650-square-feet of livable elegance.

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