As the professional tiny house building industry evolves, we're seeing an increasing number of builders experimenting with different ways to get these structures up, ranging from flatpack prefabrication, to advanced
timber framing techniques and CNC - cut panelized construction systems.
Dunster designs it to be a mix of old and new, using medieval
timber framing techniques that enable the frame to be made of «man handleable pieces» that can be delivered on pallets.
* uses craftsman and women who use upholstery
techniques taht give the product a luxurious look, with an emphasis on quality and feature stitching; * the construction uses solid
timber frames using local plantation grown
timbers, which are kiln dried for stability; *
frames are assembledby tradesman who nail, screw and glue the components; * corner blocks and a lining board are added to outside arms and backs for stability; * uses the No Sag steel spring system, which is used for its greater travel capacity for seating comfort; * uses Dunlop Enduro seating foams in its designs for their unique 36/38 density; * in addition to Garstone leather, they use Warwick fabrics, which have been tested to world standards for performance, durability and safety.
Q: Does the use of hempcrete within a stick or
timber frame require different building and design
techniques to account for any additional weight of the material?