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YardPods® – Maximum Comfort and Minimum Energy.

By on May 25, 2012 in Popular Topics, Uncategorized

YardPods are custom-designed to meet the needs of each owner. One of the factors considered is the microclimate in which it is to be placed and how it is to be used. We prefer to design each YardPod specifically for its location and orientation rather than having standard designs which may or may not work [...]

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YardPod® in Berkeley, California

By on February 7, 2012 in Popular Topics

  This is the latest YardPod, our first in Berkeley, constructed by our General Contractor partner Paul Melish Builder. Constructed as a 10 ft x 12ft YardPod with a flat roof, a 12” overhang on three sides and an 18” overhang at the front.  The new deck provides an easy transition into the YardPod and [...]

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Steel Structures

By on March 18, 2011 in Popular Topics, Steel Frame Structures, Sustainable Materials

Steel Builds Great Structures There are many reasons why steel framing has come to the forefront as one of the best and most feasible alternative building materials for residential and commercial construction. Steel is a superior construction material. [clear] Highest strength-to-weight ratio of any building material 100% recyclable Minimum of 25% recycled content Non-combustible – [...]

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