I have been developing a building system using grain bins as the structure for about ten years. I have always liked designing with circular spaces, curvilinear forms, domes etc. Using the bins makes it affordable along with many other beneficial aspects. Using the bins with foam insulation makes a continuous SIP (structural insulated panel). Using the bins in conjunction with particular types of foam insulation makes for a very strong, wind/flood/earthquake resistant shell. Maintenance free for at least fifty years and no need for added siding, roofing or drywall. The steel provides for fastening points everywhere. They can be built w/o concrete footings in remote locations. They can be moved whole and easily recycled and modified. What's not to like? These are just some of the ideas and plans. The coolest ones are kept in my office, out of sight for now.
The tri-arm - a modern home-steaders house or office/shop, ski cabin, small bank, convenience store, P.O. etc.
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Form and function are one.
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You wouldn't forget visiting this building.
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Inside the temple/church/restaurant/commercial/office/home.
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Temple/church/restaurant/commercial/office/home
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Plan types for a solar home or protected courtyard.
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Workshop on bottom and office on top or guest house.
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Classic design - Roman in origin/concept.
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Banquet/reception hall, open office, church, retail, specialty shops.
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Model of banquet/reception hall with offices or apartments above.
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Round house with elliptical rooms - try doing that with conventional framing - time share/resort housing/housing.
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Using bins as columns to enclose space and support space frame roof structure - zoo/mall/airport/art gallery etc.
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Corp headquarters, long term care, mixed use, apartments, hotel/resort - center is for dining/music/display etc.
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Conceived as a disaster relief structure it evolved into high-end. Every room a corner room, every balcony is private.
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