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Zululami House

Project Type
  • Residential
  • Light Steel Frame Building
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Steel Profiles Used
  • Cold Formed Structural Sections
    Lipped Channels, Cold Rolled Sheets
Project Overview

This steel-framed residential project on the North Coast showcases the versatility of light steel construction. The team overcame challenges such as creating large, open-plan living spaces with soaring vaulted ceilings - a feat made possible by the inherent strength and design flexibility of steel. Innovative structural solutions, including pocket-holed wall attachments and web trusses, ensured the integrity of the expansive spans. The rapid construction timeline, efficient material delivery, and high-quality finishes further demonstrate the advantages of this modern building technique. This project serves as a testament to the transformative potential of steel in the premium residential sector.

Project Details
The steel fabrication process for this project was meticulously planned to ensure efficient on-site construction. Components were pre-engineered and prefabricated off-site, allowing for accurate detailing and minimising material waste. Deliveries were strategically phased to avoid site congestion, optimising the construction workflow.
The erection and installation of the steel frame was a highly coordinated effort. Utilising 3D modelling, the team conducted thorough clash detection and constructability reviews prior to on-site assembly. This enabled the seamless integration of structural elements, building services, and architectural features - ensuring a streamlined construction process.
The Zululami House project demonstrates the remarkable capabilities of light steel framing in premium residential construction. Innovative structural solutions enabled the creation of vast, open-plan living spaces with soaring vaulted ceilings. Meticulous prefabrication and phased deliveries facilitated a rapid construction timeline without compromising quality.
Benefits of Steel in this Application

This steel-framed home capitalises on the unique properties of light steel construction. The material's superior strength-to-weight ratio enabled the creation of vast, open-plan living areas with dramatic vaulted ceilings - a design that would have been prohibitively complex and costly using traditional methods. Clever structural detailing, such as truss pocket connections and reinforcing web trusses, ensured the integrity of these expansive spans. Furthermore, the speed and precision of the steel framing process facilitated a rapid construction timeline, while also delivering a superior level of finish quality compared to conventional builds. This project demonstrates steel's transformative potential in premium residential design.

Testimonials

The Zululami House project team takes great pride in the exceptional results achieved through the use of light steel framing. They are particularly impressed by the ability to deliver a high-end, premium residence with dramatic architectural features in a remarkably swift construction timeline. The team's innovative engineering solutions and collaborative approach have culminated in a stunning final product that exceeds the client's expectations.

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