Sandbox
Project Details:
Project Type: Design-Build
Style: Modern
Year Built: 2024
Location: Oak Island, NC
Project Overview: Modern Disaster-Resistant Oceanfront Home
This project involved the construction of a one of a kind disaster-resistant oceanfront residence, utilizing a specialized concrete panel system known as Structural Concrete Insulated Panels (SCIP). SCIP is internationally recognized for its superior strength and energy efficiency, making it an ideal choice for building robust homes that can withstand harsh environmental conditions.
The custom design of the 4,000 square foot home was completed in 2021, drawing visual inspiration from the International style of architecture. This design approach emphasizes clean lines, functional form, and integration with the surrounding environment.
Progress first floor concrete placement.
Preparing for shot-crete to SCIP panel.
Wall framing with the light weight SCIP panel.
Before shot-crete first floor left side of house.
Concrete shell before stucco exterior. Ocean facing elevation. Concrete shell complete.
Concrete shell before stucco on exterior.
What is SCIP?
The SCIP building system is a steel trussed concrete panel made of an expanded polystyrene foam core with galvanized wire mesh on both sides and connected with welded steel wire trusses. The assembly is then coated on-site applying shotcrete (concrete applied with a pressurized nozzle gun system) on both sides to form a monolithic composite structural panel.
Why SCIP?
SCIP panel with out concrete applied.
Strength - Superior monolithic strength compared to traditional residential construction methods.
Hurricane Resistant - Achieves higher wind ratings than required by any local building code.
Fire Resistant - Wall assemblies achieve a default one or two hour fire rating far exceeding local building codes.
Flood Resistance - Concrete can easily be cleaned repaired in case of flood with no rot or mold issues associated with wood construction.
Energy Efficiency - Building envelope with insulating properties similar to technology found in Yeti Coolers.
Noise Reduction - Sound insulating qualities filter out unwanted external noises.
Lower life cycle costs - Over their life span concrete homes can be less costly and more resistant in harsh environments.
Design Flexibility - Panels can be shaped and conform to unique design options.
We look forward to offering this superior building technology as an option to our clients which is especially suited for beach homes and properties located in any natural disaster prone regions.
If you’re interesting in exploring more information about building with SCIP contact us to find out more.