A builder I work with is looking at converting a crawlspace to a full basement here in Colorado (snow, wind control loading). The attached concept is what he gave me and I am a little leary of the feasibility of this detail actually working. He doesn't want to go full height as there will be...
What type of structural system is preferred these days for earth sheltered roofs? The project I am working on is in a mountainous rural area, will have about 2' plus or minus of earth on the roof, and will be constructed into a rocky hillside. I am thinking either a steel deck/joist/beam...
