[Maïkan]

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I was asked by Nicole to give you an outline of what I’ll talk with you about on today’s 2pm (Tulum time) call, on the topic of How To Build Structures. Stoked to do this with you today, thanks for creating the opportunity.

How to Build Structures ~ for ReGen Tribe

© 2023 Maïkan Bordeleau ~ HomesWithLove.ca

What I’m going to present today:

1. What’s the vision?

Function, features, beauty, environmental harmony, lifespan, community uses.

2. Do you own or rent the site and the building-to-be?

Financing, portability, landlord relations, neighbour relations, regulations.

3. Prep

Project manager, builders, supplies, tools, relationships with suppliers.

4. Foundation and anchoring to frame

Slab, footings, blocks, skids, trailer.

5. Framing

Concrete, wood, bamboo, SIP, cob, rammed earth.

6. Getting to lockup

Sheathing, doors/windows/skylights, waterproofing, roofing.

7. Plumbing, electrical, gas, heat

Design, rough-in, fixtures, added safety considerations.

8. Other building envelope parts sometimes needed

Siding, insulation, air gap, vapour barrier.

9. Outfitting the interior

Partitions, cabinetry, tiling, stone work.

10. Maintaining your structure for safe beautiful durable and evolving function

Questions are great along the way. Some I’ll address in the moment, some I’ll park until a few minutes later. Some we may not be able to get to. We can schedule a follow-up call in 2+ weeks if you like.

Thanks for asking me, I love what you do & appreciate the people, all the personal qualities, skills brought, and impressive work so far.

[Maïkan]

Thanks, super interesting and detailed. I tried to join the weekly call today 2pm on land, the platform doesn’t let you if you login a couple minutes late. Is there a permanent link I can use each week to join even if a bit late?