I have been looking to build another house, but, one that would be more efficient, with the ability to be self-sustaining if I wanted. Easier said than done. For a few years now, I have been looking at ICF construction. What is ICF construction? It is abbreviated for Insulated Concrete Forming, an energy-efficient,ultra-strong method of construction that is very friendly to DIY builders. I am always suspicious when they say it is easy. Aren't you? We have all been to Ikea and put together one of their products that doesn't come with instructions. No instructions are needed! It's easy!
Walking in, you can see the seven foot front door. It is ginormous and makes me feel like a little kid answering the door. I have to admit, I really do like it. Surrounding the door are the ICF blocks. It was -9C (15F) that day and I put my hand up to the blocks, expecting cool air to be penetrating through. Not one bit. Airtight house. The house was never heated and had a concrete floor, and yet, I didn't have a jacket on in the house and wasn't cold. Impressed? It is easy to be.
sourceThis is a single ICF building block Does it look familiar? LEGO BLOCKS!!! Yes, these lightweight foam building blocks that come in many different sizes and shapes go together like Lego blocks, hence they are DIY friendly.
After leveling your building lot and pouring a foundation to support the ICF walls, you simply stack these interlocking blocks to form your walls, then fill the blocks with cement, and voila! You now have walls that can withstand anything nature can throw at it, all the while, being energy efficient.
In addition to coming in different shapes (straight like above, curved, 90-degree bends, etc.) they also come in different lengths, heights, and thicknesses. The different sizes and shapes enable you the flexibility to build your outside walls as strong as you want/need, and using 4-12 inches of cement to build almost any shape. You can also get them in different insulation thicknesses to get any level of thermal protection you want.
Wait, doesn’t a cement wall need rebar in it? Yes, and these blocks are set up to support that. If you look at the black things that are connecting the two pieces of insulation, they are designed to hold the rebar. All you have to do is add the appropriately sized rebar which is specified by your building plans, to the appropriate slots as you go. You know, inch by inch, it’s a cinch.
How about finishing these blocks? How do you put up drywall inside and how do you finish the outside? If you look at the vertical “FOX BLOCKS” stripes on the blocks, there is a sheet of heavy plastic sealed into the insulation that is designed as anchor points for screws. You simply use screws into these marked portions to hang any finish you want.
As you can see in this photo, most of the internal walls and ceilings were framed out with 2x4 wood construction. You can also see the inside construction of the roof in this picture. The triangular-shaped wood frames are roof trusses, which are also 2x4 in this portion of the house. The only reason they can get away with using such small lumber is that all of the roofing you see attached to these trusses is inside the house and will not have any outside roofing material added to their top. If you look closely, at where the walkway is, you can see that the trusses are doubled up on either side of the walkway and they are only single for the rest of the wall. This is because the 2x4's need to be the spacing you see on the right to support the roof weight. Since the walkway is wider than that spacing, they needed to be doubled up, with the ceiling like a 2x4 structure connecting them to carry this weight. Lastly for this picture, if you look at the open portion to the right you can see some odd blocking below the trusses. This is the frame of a coffered ceiling below. The basic ceiling height goes to the bottom of the trusses and the vertical boxing you see will be covered with drywall or wood to form the drop-down portion of the coffered ceiling.
Another view from the master bedroom, looking through the 2-sided fireplace into the master bathroom. The box structure on the floor of the bathroom is the frame for the large soaking tub and the 2x4 wood wall framed behind it is for a walk-through shower. Taking a close look at the framing for the fireplace, you will notice that there are three to four vertical boards on either side. Similar to the walkway and the trusses above, these extra boards are to carry the load of the "missing" vertical boards in the hole for the fireplace. Looking below the hole, you can see the short pieces of wood - these are spaced where the missing boards would have been if there wasn't a hole in the wall.
Above, you can see a 2x4 framed wall that will separate the master bedroom from the open area next to it that contains an indoor swimming pool - the windows will provide a great view of the pool. On the left, you can see where they've framed out a hole in the wall for a see-through, 2-sided fireplace. The room next door that will share the fireplace is the master bathroom. In this picture, you can also see the first example of larger framing. Because it is weight-bearing/spanning, the ceiling of this room is framed out in 2x10 wood rather than the 2x4's that are in the non-weight bearing areas. Looking closely, you will see numerous pieces of wood bundled together going one way with single 2x10's going in the other direction. The "bundled" wood are the beams that are holding up the next floor. The single 2x10's are supporting the floor between the beams and carrying their load over to the beams. The metal devices in the ceiling are to house the recessed lights. In the pool room, you can see an outside wall with raw ICF exposed.
The picture above provides a nice closeup of what the ICF looks like on the inside and outside before it's covered. The wooden box on the left is the framing for another fireplace but of greater interest is the electrical boxes in the wall above it and on the wall beside it. With conventional wood construction, you just drill holes in the board to run electrical wires through the walls (you can see that also in this picture), but you can't do that with an ICF wall. Instead, you melt openings in the insulation to provide openings in the wall to run your electrical. Looking at the seams of the ICF, you can also see how each level of these big "Lego" blocks locks to the one below it.
This will be the indoor pool, with the master bedroom above it. As discussed with the ceiling of the master bedroom, which was comprised of 2x10 to support the floor above it, this picture contains a good picture of using trusses built from 2x4's instead. This complicated combination of triangles and squares is designed to carry the weight using more physics than brawn, with the bigger boards. This takes up a lot more vertical space, but it also offers a convenient place to run any mechanical or electrical items (air conditioner ductwork, plumbing, electrical, etc.). The boxes in the corner contain all the cabinets for the house. This is a great way to get good quality cabinets at a very reasonable expense...but you have to supply a lot of labor to make it happen. These cabinets are referred to as Ready to Assemble (RTA) cabinets. The companies that provide RTA cabinets usually provide custom cabinets, built to your needs, but because they don't actually assemble them, they save on labor and because they are much smaller, they also save on shipping. Both of these attributes generate great savings for you...if you're willing and able to assemble and install them (or hire a local to do it). Another advantage of RTA cabinets is timing, they take up a fraction of the space required for completed cabinets, so you can get them early and store them on-site until they are needed. One of the biggest challenges of building a home is getting everything you need, on the building site when you need it. Lead time is different based on many factors (time to customize the order, supply/availability, delivery, need to finish other tasks before you can get certain items, etc.), but with so many parts and pieces involved in building a house, timing is a huge challenge.
I took a picture of the pictures. So much more efficient, no? This is an artist rendering of the imagined finished house. It seems long off, and it is the finishes that take the time, but, in the end, it will be amazing. PS... They said the solar panels will be in next week, if there is no snow.
Stairs are a popular item, but, no worries. They have an elevator to get to all three floors. The last floor only has a lookout, so you are on your own for that one!
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While the major work on the outside is nearing completion, the inside has a way to go. Isn't that half the fun? Because the walls can move, I definitely would make fewer rooms, giving more space to each one. I will admit, after living with open plans for the last few houses, I like more walls. It creates a personal space, in my opinion. Right now, it is kind of like putting together a puzzle. Did I mention I am not that good at puzzles?
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This was such an interesting read, I had heard of ICF buildings but hadn't done any research on them,
wow a 7 foot door that's huge, and a two floor walk in closet throw in the swimming pool a mansion :) but a very efficient one
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Hello there! :) Thanks so much, JJ! @tattoodjay I have been looking at them for a few years and I am definitely in love with the method. I can't believe that in the middle of winter, I can go in that house that isn't heated/cooled yet and has a cement floor still - it was actually warm from the passive heat of the sun. Yes!
That two-floor walk-in closet was over the top, but, it can be useful for other purposes. The indoor swimming pool is actually affordable when you do it when the house is built, otherwise, they are prohibitive nowadays. I like saltwater pools, so much less maintenance and better for your skin.
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That is Amazing no heating and warm inside in winter
It’s a brilliant idea
Well, to be fair, you need heat, but, nothing like what is normally used. Solar would be my choice.
Ohh yes I think SOlar lends itself to an ICF build for sure
you were without a jacket in an unheated house at -9 degrees of frost and did not freeze???? 😮 it's hard to believe!!!! This is the first time I read about this type of construction. and I'm confused. build a house like Lego! what if you make a mistake and the whole house collapses? 🙈 yes, i'm a big coward 😁 You described everything in such detail! Are houses like this already being built? even hard to believe! tulips are amazing!
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Oh, yes! Houses are being built like that! It is super cool to watch one go up. I swear to you, there is no heat in the house yet, and yet, it was not cold. It was not warm and cozy, but, it surprised me that I was not uncomfortable. I am told that they are very efficient and I believe it.
It won't' collapse! :) It is cement and rebar. The video will show you how YOU can build it yourself! :) You know #MarketFirday loves you!
Check out these links!
https://commonsensehome.com/icf-construction/
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Wow wow wow. What an amazing home! I have heard of this kind of construction, and in fact a relative of mine considered going into this line of work. He went on to something else instead, but he talked a blue streak about it at the time. But I never got this kind of intro to the construction materials. This is so brilliant!
I love all things sustainability. Our society absolutely must convert to products and practices that reduce the use of fossil fuels, reduce our carbon footprint and improve the health of our environment. In addition to vehicle technology, my understanding is that agriculture and building technology are two of the areas where we have the biggest opportunities to make systemic improvements.
I love this article. It’s pretty mind blowing how large and impressive this home is. A true luxury home, sustainably built! And it will not have a large carbon footprint when it’s done because of the building’s ability to maintain its temperature without a hard working HVAC system. So cool!!
Oh, and here’s my Market Friday post: https://peakd.com/hive-193552/@jayna/actifit-jayna-20220129t060003034z.
Have a lovely weekend, @dswigle!
Thank you and how exciting that you have heard of it! It is quite cool when you study it and it is so underused in this country. Most people don't even know what it is, or how vauluable a thing it is. He talked a blue streak about it because it is pretty darn cool! :)
I am all for sustainability and know flat out that you can live off grid (in the sense you don't need utilities) with solar and a septic system and a well.
Bazinga!
I could live without it if I had to. You can build these homes as large or small as you want and it is unbelievable that it can be so comortable with no means of heat yet.
Unbelievable!
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The house looks amazing. That's quite the closet! Don't know if you planned yet, but may want a cover on that pool to help keep humidity down if the room not enclosed. I wish I had heard of ICF before. I would have LOVED to build my garage myself using this. As it is now, it will just have 2x4's and metal siding on the outside. The inside will be uninsulated and unfinished for a while. Maybe my summer project. They finally got my roof on it, but still waiting for them to finish the siding and pour the floor. Ugh.
The pool is actually separated from the house, with its own system, but, glad you mentioned that. I have been to houses with indoor pools where the closer you got, the more I could smell chlorine. I am having a saltwater pool anyway. :) This is a spec house, and I was interested in it when they proposed building on this piece of land. I like it, but, the walls need to be shifted to make fewer rooms and more walls. I thought it was okay until it was actually put up. One of the reasons they left the walls able to move.
I wish you had been able to build it yourself! I think you would have loved to jump right in and do this. I love how contractors are so independent, working when it feels right to them. LOL Lucky ducks. What kind of insulation will you be using? This time next year, you'll be enjoying the cozy warmth of it as you watch that blizzard outside. Is it covid or have they always been so slow to get things done?
The inside can/or not be done independently. Looking at the two-story closet, it might be fun, but, I'm not nearly as creative as the designers. Hey, you! Thanks so much for stopping by and for your advice!
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I figured you had the pool thing covered knowing what I do of you, but just checking! As you stated it can be an unpleasant surprise for first timers.
Exactly right on the contractors... First the glitch with having to move it because they didn't get the permit done right ahead of time (which I clearly made their responsibility since we were new to area). Then we did have some weather delays where it was just too darn cold to work. I wouldn't ask anyone to work below zero F. But there's been several decent days and either nobody shows up, or just one or two guys. And now here we are Feb. and still waiting on part of the siding to be put up, garage door and opener, and the floor to be poured. Not sure what insulation I'll be putting in just yet. Electric guys have been great, they've already got their wiring run and now just waiting for the siding complete to connect it up.
For insulation, I like the spray foam stuff for something like this and do the roof as well, also better to keep the mice out but will have to see cost comparisons up here.
Looks like promising technology.
No new tech for my #marketfriday but their dome was really cool.
https://hive.blog/hive-105017/@ace108/marketfriday-checking-out-new-year-plants-or-by-ace108
It really is! I am amazed at how well insulated it feels. I can hardly wait to see the dome! Thanks for always being a part of #MarketFriday!
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Wow, building process is very different from how we built house house down here, but I most confess yours are of modern standard and equipment.
Thanks so much for your massive support last week,Here is my entry for this week #marketfriday
https://peakd.com/hive-196308/@vickoly/market-friday-purchasing-some-slippers-for-my-young-neice
You are welcome, it was my pleasure! This is just beginning to really show up here and it is energy efficient, which is what I love about it. It is actually much simpler technology than you think. :)
Check this out: https://commonsensehome.com/icf-construction/
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Probably it's less of technology than I thought it was, but it's still way ahead of how building are being constructed here, am saying this from experience, base on how I work as a labourer at a building construction still for over 8years(before I gain admission into university and during my undergraduate program), which I ended up learning it and getting certified.
Thanks for sharing the link, I'll check it out, and hopefully I'll get to learn one or two stuffs on construction, and thereby enhance my skills and knowledge.
Have a pleasant night rest.
I think you will be amazed by it. I know that I was and it is worth looking into. I hope school is going well for you!!
Here is a time-lapse of building one. Enjoy!
There is so much to choose from and consider out there it's mind boggling but these guys sound very impressive no jacket and the house was warm at them temperatures they sound like the builders I would go for.
Have a nice weekend @dswigle and happy house building 😁
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They are the ones I am with. :) If you ever build there or anywhere else, these houses shine in warmer temperatures. They keep it decently cooled with fewer utility bills.
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They sound like the ones I would go for I love that idea of fewer utility bills and warmer 😊
Enjoy your weekend @dswigle 😊
I don't know what impresses me more, how advanced the technology is regarding house construction or how majestic and big that house will be. What an illusion it is to have your own house and see it become your home.
Here I drop my entry for this week's #marketfriday
https://peakd.com/hive-196308/@francisaponte25/getting-ready-for-chinese-new-year--shopping-at-an-asian-grocery-store
It is a sizable house, but, I think some of it is because there is an indoor pool and three-car garage - all under the roof, so it makes it appear larger than life.
Don't get me wrong, it is a big house, but, the technology outshines the size. :)
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What an amazing style and make of a house you have chosen, it is progress in every way with warmth, convenient easy building methods and design etc.👏 My dear dad who passed over in December 2010 was a master builder and being as open and progressive with progress I imagine he would love this whole set up.
I look forward to seeing the end result and I daresay you are staying in Washington Denise? 🌼🌼🌼
Ooops, here is my #marketFriday post to share with you, I got carried away with your magnificent house construction, hahahah.
https://hive.blog/hive-163772/@angiemitchell/market-friday-at-mooloolaba-markets
This is definitely where I am for now, perhaps forever? But, then, that is a long time, yes? :) This is a little bit out from where I am not, but not far and still having all the amenities, which is a plus.
So far, so good on the build and we will see how it keeps progressing. I can pass on this without penalty, but, so far, I am loving it. Thank you for stopping by and leaving your words. Thanks for dropping your link!
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Not good at puzzles? Theoretically, you are great
I was so impressed you walked us through how the house is going to come together
With an indoor pool too
It is so exciting :D
It is really exciting to watch one of these go up. They have not gained the popularity I thought they would here, I think people think they cost a lot more, when, in fact, they really don't and you save money the minute you set foot in it with the utilities. Plus, it is comfortable with no drafts - and the list goes on.
Ask my kids. They won't let me be on their team. I am the turtle in the race. :) Thanks for stopping by! Mwah!
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Wow, that is pretty impressive. I think you could probably fit my house into the garage of that one! I think they are building a house down the road from my mom and dad using similar techniques. It looked like it anyway when I was driving by the other day. My wife and I would like to build a new house sometime, but land is impossible to find. We actually wouldn't mind something a little smaller than our current 1600 square feet. As long as it had a full basement. This looks like it is going to be really beautiful when completed!
You forget that there is an indoor pool room and three garages, so it makes it look larger than it is. :)
You might be interested in a build like this. If you want, you can take a look at the broad view of it here: https://commonsensehome.com/icf-construction/
Because of where you live, this makes me think you might look into it, if for only the economics of it. I can't believe that in the middle of winter, I went into that house that isn't heated/cooled yet and has a cement floor still - it was actually warm from the passive heat of the sun. It was 15 degrees out. I won't lie. It wasn't cozy, but, I was not cold. That amazed me.
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So this is your house or it isn't? It just gave you the bug? Yeah, our current house gets so cold downstairs. I think we are more interested in a ranch next time. As we get older we aren't going to be able to handle all of the stairs! I will definitely check that out! Thanks for the info!
That makes perfect sense with the ranch. The thing about this build is that it doesn't have that cold here, warm there feeling.
As for the house, it was built as a spec which minds don't have to make up yet. So, trying to make things work, with work and play and school... everything has got to line up and it is doing pretty well so far.
Thanks!
Awesome! This is the first time I'm learning about ICF (Insulated Concrete Forming) and I've to appreciate you for that. Thank you for the step-by-step guide to the process and I wish you a successful construction.
I'm sure it's going to be beautiful especially from the post-production painted pictures you shared.... Plus coffered ceiling... Wow!😲💙
Here's the link to my #MarketFriday post:
https://peakd.com/hive-196308/@philips-afolayan/blending-with-the-times-trying-to-survive-the-economic-situation
I think you'll find it interesting. Thanks a lot @dswigle
You are welcome! It is an interesting concept and from my own experience, it works really well for energy efficiency here. I was hoping by showing the basic how-to, more people would look into it if they were building or thinking of doing it themselves.
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It's my pleasure 😇😇😇.
That looks like a really awesome project. I'm impressed by your knowledge.
It has been a few years that I have been looking at them, especially the fact that there are not that many builders that do them. It has more popularity for the DIY people it seems, but, that makes sense to me. It is efficient and something they can do a little at a time. It can pretty much be made into a home and lifestyle that's independent of public utilities, with solar panels, a septic system, and a well. I don't need to be without, but, I would like to think that I could be and survive just fine.
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It is a perfect place for a family. I am happy to see you have made some progress with this and in no time, l am sure it will fully be completed with a unique beauty. Thanks for sharing this with us dear @dswigle.
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I always share with you! :) It is a very exciting adventure to watch this go up! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your words.
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A nice write up. I would suggest looking into passive solar as well. I believe Frank Llyod Wright or one of his students came up with it, but it positions the home & windows to maximize sunlight in winter, while blocking it out in summer.
Bazinga! Absolutely! I am glad you said that as it is one of the first things we checked for.
I have to say that even though it is winter here, and the house is not heated nor complete, the windows are in and it was not cold in there.
AMAZING. Truly. It is truly the same in the summer. I look forward to living this way.
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The house looks beautiful from the outside and it looks like the inside will once its finished as well. An indoor pool! Wow that really cool. I've never heard of ICF blocks but they sound interesting and fairly easy to use. I hope we get to see another progress post in the future :)
I'll keep it updated. This is built on spec and I may or may not keep it, although it is almost exactly what I was looking for. The outside still has some work and the inside has movable walls right now so that the rooms can be reconfigured a little bit. It is not a common build, but, for anyone looking to be self-sustaining, it is a no-brainer.
I don't mind being hooked up, but, I don't want to depend on municipal water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, or other utilities. I want a septic system, a well, and solar panels. It is not out in the boonies. :) But, if we want to live without them, it is also possible, and can even sell the electricity.
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Wow, nice design ICF building block and here is my entry : https://hive.blog/gems/@kamrunnahar/tasty-pizza-inn-and-marigold-flowers-make-my-day-so-beautiful
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A very informative post.
I am interested that such long spans are made of wooden beams.
I have never seen such structures in our country. Usually, the beams are either metal or concrete. And the exterior walls made of blocks placed on an edge for our winter will be very thin.
When I was going to build my house, I considered such a wall installation technology. But at that time there were no such offers on our market, so I used aerated concrete blocks.
That is a popular method, even here. Concrete blocks are used, especially in the warmer, southern part of the country. There are many sites you can look at these if you are interested.
Are you talking about the structural integrity of the rafters? The physics of its integrity is based on the mass and max load for the different building materials.
I studied the discipline "resistance of materials" at the university, I know why a wooden beam and rafters work like this. I just have never seen such use in our area.
I have already seen similar building blocks in our country. Now there are a lot of such "light concrete".
I understand. I can see why the ICF construction would be popular. From what I have read, they work best in warmer climates. I can imagine that they will be very popular in time.
Thanks again for your input.
what an interesting constuction, I've never seen it here in Russia. I'm not so good in buiding technologies, or it's really not very popular here.
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But the idea is so cimple, but so cool, and it's all wooden , so ecological and so great to health. It reminds me ancient Russian houses that all were made of wood, nothing else was used, they were called "izba", and even my dad spent his choldhood in such a house. Now wooden houses are a rare thing...
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Wooden houses are so very cool, aren't they? Wooden houses are still popular here. I love them! We call them log cabins when they look like the ones above. They have companies that build them in all sizes and shapes, even one you design yourself. Many DIY can build them without assistance. The top shot is great!
Thank you so much for sharing these pictures and your words!
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This is just one company, there are many of them that build this way.
Waw
Am beginning to think like the engineer that's doing this job.
It's so nice. The finished house below is very beautiful.
Waw!
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https://hive.blog/hive-196308/@ddn688/market-friday-or-window-shopping
Thank you! It really is pretty nice and once it is all together, it should show a lot better. Thanks so much for stopping by and dropping your link!
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Yeah ma'am.
It's gonna look nice, so long as the plan is followed strictly.
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Wait a minute, since the say it's easy to make, did you make all of these by yourself 😳
I joined #marketfriday this week. I am wondering if you've tasted catfish before 😉
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Haha! No! But, it is doable. And yes, I would be able to. That is the beauty of a house like this. Glad to see you joined the challenge. Have I ever tasted catfish?
Yes! They do it well here! :) I hope there is some catfish waiting for me on your post! Thanks for dropping the link!
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Wow, I have learnt a lot! These technologies amazed, if you don't keep your eye on the industry. What I didn't understand - what is this beautiful.building? Your new house? Did I really miss so much?
I don't know about the lake either 😚
Thank you for an interesting reading 🤗
This is a spec house, meaning it is being built on speculation that I may buy it. That is why the walls can be moved so that it can be reconfigured if I decide it works for me. I have watched it go up from the ground, and it has been quite interesting.
I never knew what defined a lake. How strange. :) Thanks for stopping by and leaving your words.
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I think it is what we call pilot project 🙂 Never know there are spec houses, that's impressive and interesting. So, if you will love it enough to buy, can you move it to your land or they installed it there already?
How cool! No! The house is being built right there on 23 acres. (9 hectares) It is orientated to take advantage of the sun in the winter and shade in the summer, making it even more efficient. has a nice big front yard with the lake in front of what you can see and a guest house in the back.Then surrounded by woods. You would like it @zirochka !
I do like it! 😍😍😍 Sounds like a dream🥰 But details are important. So wish you good luck in making a right choice!
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Wow. These bkocks are very cool. I have not heard about them before so thanks for sharing. The whole house looks amazing and build with all these neat products.
Thanks so much. It is an interesting concept and works very well as an energy saver. I have been looking for a couple of years and this one seems to not be disappointing so far.
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wow, what a wonderful house. She definitely beautifies the place. I imagine it decorated with all those Christmas decorations that you love and full of snow. Simply wonderful @dswigle
Haha! That would be pretty fabulous, wouldn't it? :)) Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your words. It is so nice to see you!
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You should make that a hashtag! @abitcoinskeptic#️⃣
Good idea, but I live in an apartment, lol.
An apmt is a cribz😀
Ha! Yes! That is a great tag! You should make that one happen! I hope you are doing well and I am still glad you resurfaced once again!
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Wow. So interesting that technology. I'm so looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Thank you so much! It is interesting and the factor of it being energy efficient really checks some major boxes! I think it will be really pretty when it is done.
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I still intend writing up what we know about the technology of our sandbag house. It's not being so cold in winter (when we bought) had a lot to do with our decision. It's also a lot cooler in summer. Except in the loft space.
That would be awesome! I'd love to see the different technologies that are used around the world. What works here won't work there sometimes come however in this case it works even better with the hot weather. I look forward to seeing it oh, but if you're anything like me it will happen when there is time. Time. I'd like to buy some more of that. Do you know where I can get some? LOL take good care of yourself, Fiona!
Looks like a really exciting journey and a wonderful celebration when it is all done!
It has been interesting to watch this go up, little by little. It wasn't exactly what I had envisioned, but, it is turning out quite nice.
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We always wanted to build our own house just never lucky enough to be able to afford it. Hubbys a bricklayer, you never know things may change. God luck.
Building vs buying already built is generally very competitive. I guess it just depends on what you are looking at. The first house was the smallest house in the community, but, it carried value when it was sold because the area was desired. After the first house, it gets easier.
I would have killed for a good bricklayer/stone man a while back. They were like gold in Connecticut, where I am from. They were very sought after, all the skills like that. Builds like this are efficient and something people can do a little at a time. It can pretty much be made into a home and lifestyle that's independent of public utilities, with solar panels, a septic system, and a well. I don't need to be without, but, I would like to think that I could be and survive just fine.
Thanks for stopping by! :) I hope you are doing well and just want you to know that your support is always noticed. Thank you!
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Having a bricklayer in the house can be pretty handy but when it comes to Joinery, plumbing or any other trade he is useless LOL
Haha! Trade skills with others. It works for many. :)
Very interesting building with wooden, construction it look like the wood chosen is good wood. The construction method is drived, the interior impression uses softer wood and and natural impression. Like your post. terimakasih.
It is a different concept of using concrete, insulated with foam, instead of wood. It seems to be very effective in cold/hot weather. Plus the availability to use solar is awesome.
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I have seen these before in various configurations. You sure make a case for going that way. I am not sure if I would want to wire it myself, that is a real art I would think. I was thinking about using shipping containers to hold the cost down, but dont think the HOA is onboard with it.
Super impressive. I can see why you want one! What a fascinating post. Lego bricks indeed. hehe. I've read about something similar previously but this was really nice to be able to see so many pictures of the inner construction of the home too and understand a bit more about how it works🙌 I seem to have missed the voting period on this one so have some !PIZZA !ALIVE !LUV !LOLZ tokens instead.
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