San Francisco-based architecture firm Group 41 Inc. is feeling really generous. So, if you own a piece of land (preferably rural) and you'd like a modern, green home or commercial building designed for you at no cost, you should definitely pay attention.
Group 41 Inc. has put out a call to anyone, anywhere who has land who would like a residential or commercial structure built for them out of recycled shipping containers—and the hook? They're offering their schematic and design services at no cost—a $10,000 dollar value.
The mind behind this "contest" is architect Joel Karr.
"I have been intrigued by shipping containers for years," Joel told us, via email, "and always talked about it with clients, friends and colleagues, basically anyone who would listen, and have never been able to find anyone who is serious enough about using them to commission me for a project. I genuinely believe, not only in the “kewl” factor of these ready-made building blocks, but in the truly sustainable story behind the idea of their use ... By making this 'extreme offer,' I am hopeful that there is someone out there who shares my vision, and is genuinely excited by the notion of creating something that is at once a truly sustainable and wonderful space."
Anyone (with land) who is interested in entering the contest can contact Joel Karr directly at 415-431-0300, or by email — joel [at] group41inc.com.
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JohnCommoner
www.futurehousenow.com
I spoke with Joel Karr on the telephone today, and posted about it on my site. We had a great conversation and I really enjoyed it. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with someone who has a real passion for this building method, and for doing something truly unique. I asked him what he wants in a client and he answered, "Do they have the imagination?" He called his offer "a challenge, a call to arms." How cool is that!