http://rkd1_011.htm Robert Klob Designs, Inc. Homes Designed to Live with your Family, Lifestyle & Budget Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:56:11 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software 2800 S. Rural Road Suite 102 Tempe, AZ 85282 480.968.2474 office 480.968.2524 fax rkd1_015.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:56:11 GMT Robert Klob Designs, Inc. - Robert Klob rkd1_015.htm#1 SIP's are also gaining in popularity due to their ease of use and accessibility. They perform much like standard wood construction but with the added benefits of panelized construction and enhanced energy efficiency. RKD has designed many homes and additions with this technology and has found it to be a cost effective alternative to frame. http://rkd1_011.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:56:11 GMT Robert Klob Designs, Inc. - Robert Klob http://rkd1_011.htm#2 Steel framing has been around for years - primarily for commercial construction. Now homeowners are finding the benefits of this system. Steel is easy to use and many contractors are familiar with it. This combined with the fact it is a recyclable material makes steel the choice for many when deciding to build a green structure. http://rkd1_011.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:56:11 GMT Robert Klob Designs, Inc. - Robert Klob http://rkd1_011.htm#3