11-13-2013, 10:14 AM
Hi MarkP the idea is to use the reinforced concrete as plates, sills, structural columns and incorporate reinforced concrete gussets as well. I thought about the possible consequence of the lava rock ending up in a pile of rubble in the house too. It is a tough scenario to get around. I was in the 64 earthquake in Alaska it is hard not to think about that. Not all ideas are good ideas. Still I like the look of the rock and can picture in my mind a dwelling that fits the east side landscape in a really creative and natural looking way.