Re:Facit Homes, Wikihouse, and the Plywood Frame
by wolfram74 on Tuesday June 29, 2021 @08:57AM
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I shared the article with my partner the other day and they reflected that the house we lived in is over 50 years old, and was curious how durable these buildings are? Time isn't really mentioned except to emphasize how quick these projects can finish.
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Re:Facit Homes, Wikihouse, and the Plywood Frame
by bruce_bell on Tuesday June 29, 2021 @09:05AM
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durability is a key consideration - that can be how easy it is to replace parts over time but also the choice of materials. i personally love Corten steel (weathering steel) for external cladding - not only can it be digitally manufactured, but it gets better over time with its patina, as opposed to most other finishes that degrade in some way.