Presented is a study which investigated the energy and resource dynamics of a semi-autonomous domestic system for 30 people. The investigation is organized on three levels: (1) developing a preliminary design and design parameters; (2) development and quantification of the energy and resource dynamics; and (3) designing a model to extrapolate general concepts and factors affecting energy and material resource use. Sections contained within the text cover: shelter, food production, organic wastes system, domestic energy and water use, and a summary and conclusions. (CS)