> On 13 Jun 2014, at 5:46 pm, Philippe <philippe.amard@xxxxxx> wrote:
>
> I will have a look, thanks - architecture for me is a sign of how people
> envision their civilization.
>
> Stone and wood are "found" in abundance in the mountains - why should they
> bother to import corrugated iron from India or Brazil?
Ah, I wasn't meaning to suggest its universal use or desirability. I just meant
as a curiosity that here it has obtained for some acceptability, desirability,
as an architectural material. But, as you mention, its precedent historically
here as a barn and farm material is, I think, a significant driver of why its
modernisation has entered our antipodean visions of civilisation. Looking
forward and harking back. The architecture of the home, everywhere, has always
fascinated and delighted me.
> And in any case they have proved long(er) lasting materials.
> Only cost in the short run may be an issue.
> Now, if your yardstick is the century then ...
Yes. That yardstick isn't used much to measure urban sprawl where most of our
house construction is taking place. But, yes. I would myself desire that kind
of construction, as you've shown. :-)
> OTT Kevlar is also used :-)
> For hurricane protection in the US I'm told.
> http://www2.dupont.com/Stormroom/en_US/applications/using_products.html
Where I live our western facing windows are pitted by the sandblasting of
winter gales. Apparently 140km/h is not unusual according to a local
(longtimer) cocky. But I'm not ready for Kevlar yet. Maybe I have to experience
it first. ;-)
Cheers,
Marc
Snowy Mts, Oz
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