While steel construction has been used in commercial high rise applications for many years, it is relatively new to the residential market. In the past it was too expensive to have the material and labor needed to erect steel structures for traditional one and two story homes. New light gauge steel that can be joined with bolts have made this type of building more affordable in the last few years.

A moment frame Home is built using a steel frame that will not only support the walls and roof, but also provide the seismic support needed for a home on the West Coast. Some of the key advantages are as follows:

• Large openings in walls for windows and doors.
• Windows and doors placed in exterior corners of the building
• Minimal impact to existing earth (less points of contact with earth)
• Hillside construction
• Lumber-less building
• Green Solution

We think one of the best solutions utilizing this technology comes from BLUE SKY HOMES. Take a look at their site to learn more about Moment Frame buildings and look at their plans. Valley Home Development is honored to provide these homes as a part of our offerings to you.