PROLOGUE : BUILDING THE DREAM, AFFORDABLE STEEL FRAME HOMES In a world where the cost of housing has outpaced wages and where construction delays and material shortages are common headlines, a quiet revolution is reshaping what it means to build—and to dream. This book is about more than cold-formed steel and skeletons (frames) that rise in days instead of months. It’s about possibility. It's about restoring the American Dream—and expanding it beyond borders—to include those who never thought homeownership was within reach. At the heart of this transformation is the steel frame of Light Gauge Steel: lightweight, resilient, fire-resistant, and engineered with precision. But behind every frame is something even stronger—a belief that homes should be affordable, durable, and accessible to anyone with the will to build, whether they’re a seasoned contractor or a family of DIYers working side by side. Building the Dream introduces you to a world where technology meets community, where design meets affordability, and where building a home becomes an act of independence, connection, and hope. Inside, you'll find not just guidance but empowerment—from selecting a permit-ready design to erecting your own steel-framed ADU Skeleton in a weekend. Whether you're downsizing, investing, housing aging parents, or just beginning your journey to ownership, this book is your blueprint for action.
We’re not just building home Skeletons—we’re building futures, one frame at a time.
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