Does anyone have any experience designing a home that could potentially be built in the caribbean?
randomised
Jun 30, 17 10:52 am
Yes, I think Caribbean architects or architects based in the Caribbean would potentially have that experience.
Non Sequitur
Jun 30, 17 11:05 am
The state of Oregon is close enough to the Caribbeans. Perhaps ask our resident Caribbean housing expert : Sir Dr. Richard Balkins. phd
JeromeS
Jun 30, 17 1:41 pm
I think he is currently on assignment, in Sweden. Something about King Gustaf
Non Sequitur
Jun 30, 17 3:33 pm
Damn... a shame he's going to miss out on this sweet gig.
JLC-1
Jun 30, 17 11:51 am
yes.
archinine
Jun 30, 17 1:00 pm
Any specific place in the Caribbean? There are multiple countries/cities there, each with their own economies, urban needs, and of course unique building regulations. Maybe pick a specific island and research the market...then find an architect working there since you clearly need help.
Of course if you're wealthy and pompous enough you can built any sculptural piece anywhere...
auninja91
Jun 30, 17 4:30 pm
Well my grandparents are pretty old I want them to be able to move back to their native coutnry..Grenada so southern caribs..They have the land already
Evan Chakroff
Jun 30, 17 1:51 pm
Were you thinking of something like this?
auninja91
Jun 30, 17 4:29 pm
I was thinking more of a concrete and wood
Donna Sink
Jun 30, 17 3:33 pm
I love you guys. ❤️
JLC-1
Jun 30, 17 3:36 pm
Avoid softwood - only hardwood native to the area is resistant to humidity and termites
If using metal in any form, make sure your powder-coat is guaranteed
Most of construction is done in concrete and all its variations
Finish materials are really expensive - all coming from "the continent"
construction time is about 3 times that in "the continent"
Last but not least, Hurricanes!
Miles Jaffe
Jun 30, 17 4:25 pm
auninja91
Jun 30, 17 4:31 pm
that definately looks hurricane proof
auninja91
Jun 30, 17 4:42 pm
I'm sure speaking to a local architect would be helpful, because I know the process is different than building in North America. I know there are a lot of "builders" that oversee construction especially if you're not located on the "main" land.
Volunteer
Jun 30, 17 5:32 pm
Granada has British and French influences in its past. You might even borrow some Bermudian attributes to ensure it stays in place.
Volunteer
Jul 2, 17 7:15 am
When Bermuda was discovered by the Europeans it was somewhat difficult to colonize the native people as the place was uninhabited.
Does anyone have any experience designing a home that could potentially be built in the caribbean?
Yes, I think Caribbean architects or architects based in the Caribbean would potentially have that experience.
The state of Oregon is close enough to the Caribbeans. Perhaps ask our resident Caribbean housing expert : Sir Dr. Richard Balkins. phd
I think he is currently on assignment, in Sweden. Something about King Gustaf
Damn... a shame he's going to miss out on this sweet gig.
yes.
Any specific place in the Caribbean? There are multiple countries/cities there, each with their own economies, urban needs, and of course unique building regulations. Maybe pick a specific island and research the market...then find an architect working there since you clearly need help.
Of course if you're wealthy and pompous enough you can built any sculptural piece anywhere...
Well my grandparents are pretty old I want them to be able to move back to their native coutnry..Grenada so southern caribs..They have the land already
Were you thinking of something like this?
I was thinking more of a concrete and wood
I love you guys. ❤️
Avoid softwood - only hardwood native to the area is resistant to humidity and termites
If using metal in any form, make sure your powder-coat is guaranteed
Most of construction is done in concrete and all its variations
Finish materials are really expensive - all coming from "the continent"
construction time is about 3 times that in "the continent"
Last but not least, Hurricanes!
that definately looks hurricane proof
I'm sure speaking to a local architect would be helpful, because I know the process is different than building in North America. I know there are a lot of "builders" that oversee construction especially if you're not located on the "main" land.
Granada has British and French influences in its past. You might even borrow some Bermudian attributes to ensure it stays in place.
When Bermuda was discovered by the Europeans it was somewhat difficult to colonize the native people as the place was uninhabited.