After my first book "Unwrapping the Hook&Build™ Building System" (http://www.trafford.com/4dcgi/view-item?item=19116&92120739-26490aaa), I was asked by friends and colleges to write a follow-up about the use of the Hook&Build Building System for the Shell Housing idea, and other modular structures. They believe that there is a great need in the industry, especially in large housing developments to provide a building technology which is not only economical and green, but also of high quality, affordable, with flexible R-values, and a very long life expectancy. More importantly, these structures can be erected very quickly and enclosed with very little effort, and without getting into the problem of labour shortage. A shell house can be installed in less then a month.
Please see my web site under: http://web.mac.com/wwilbert1, and click on top of the site on 'Shell Housing' for more information on this idea.
My question to the members of BuildingGreen is: Do you feel that this kind of idea would create interests in the building industry, especially in larger developments.
Your input is very appreciated, thank you. Wolf
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Wolf, its great to see systems like this hitting the market. This kind of thing has been happening over in Europe for decades, we North Americans always seem to be a little behind the curve. I can tell you that the industry is definitely interested in systems like this, I should know. My father and I have been working a a somewhat similar system (although quite different, but still similar) and we are going to be sitting in front of the board of an large investment firm who is looking to invest millions in developing the system on a mass scale. Just the fact that we are getting this far is an indicator that the times are changing and the future looks bright for prefab systems.
Danny Beesley
Green Building/ Green Technology Consultant
Shell Housing
Hello Denny,
thank you for your supporting comments. It is about time that the building industry is looking for other alternatives. I am glad to hear that you made it into the big time. Anything what helps in regards to reforming the "stick-build religion" is highly appreciated.
All the best, and keep me informed.
Wolf Wilbert
"The Thought is the Creation of Reality"
Of couse the building industy will be interested
Wolf,
The industry will be interested for a number of reasons. One speed. Lets face it we as people are impatient and time is money. Also you guys use panels which will help reduce emissions and save them money on their energy bills (and you know I LOVE anything that uses SIPs ;-) ) And if you need less labor then that saves money again.
If people are able to get more for less they have to take notice or they are the ones losing out.
You have my support Wolf. So start getting some of those here in the east!
Summer Berry
Cardinal Building Systems, Inc.
Building Efficiently for Energy Savings
Hello Summer Berry, thank
Hello Summer Berry,
thank you, I know I have in you a great supporter.
Beside all the good things you pointed out already, there is one thing what is easily overlooked.
It is the "investment" you make on a house or home. European have the mentality to build to last at least several generations. As I know for myself, young people over there hardly can afford a home, they live in apartments, waiting for the grand parents to retire in a nursing home, so they can take over the estate.
Most people would even invest a little more to have higher quality on top of it. What I am saying is that the costs are not always relevant in regards to the bigger picture.
Have a great summer,
Wolf Wilbert
"The Thought is the Creation of Reality"
Cardinal Building
Exactly my point Berry. Eventually it will show up in the east too. Thank you for your support. Wolf
You rock Wolf! Hook & Build
You rock Wolf! Hook & Build will prevail! - maxmsf
Shell Housing
Max, this is the most supportive comment I could hope for. This is very kind of you and very much appreciated. Thank you! Wolf