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Tell me about the drapes and track system. It looks like a great solution for big windows. Thanks for what ever info you may provide.
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If you're thinking of running another contest in NC, I know my husband and I would be game! We're a couple of designers (with 3 cats) striving to build our empire in our small house. I LOVE the style of this prefab as we've been designing a kitchen and bedroom around a studio but have yet to come up with the funds. Since you've already got the sources in place, I think Raleigh would be a great place to resume the work! @ecstewart
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Awesome idea! Thanks for putting this to print, and continuing to move the construction/design industry along!
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How does a company like EcoSteel fit into the prefab world? They don't build modules but pre-build the structure's all steel components and SIP-like metal wall, floor and roof panels... As with pre-fab, the foundation work needs to be done ahead of time. The electrical, plumbing and hvac is done after the structure is delivered and assembled. As far as I know, the design is pure custom but the construction is factory done.
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I am enamored with the pre-fab home that looks fabulous. Are there more pictures? More of the drape/track system? I would like to get the word out to more firms on this idea!
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Interesting in learning more about this house and the cost per sq. ft. as I am thinking about a builder in the bay area and like this plan better. Please send more info. to us. Patricia and Michael Hill San Jose, CA
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i am interested in putting a prefab addition on my house. could you please tell me how to go about getting in touch with some of the architects/manufacturers. thanx
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