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Quonset Engineering & Materials – Stories Behind The Buildings

Building a building that will last for decades takes quality materials and engineering to do it right. These are some of the Quonset’s that required an extra level of engineering expertise that SteelMaster team was able to assist with. Learn about the building codes and material engineering requirements that were either met or surpassed with Quonset hut buildings.

Three Common Misconceptions About Steel Buildings

There are many myths and misconceptions about Quonset Hut™ style steel buildings, and we’re here to put them to rest.

The Anatomy of a SteelMaster Building

SteelMaster's Quonset Huts are some of the strongest buildings in world. Their anatomy allows them to withstand heavy snow loads and strong winds.

The Remarkable Yoga Hut That Rethinks Office Space

Two experienced yoga instructors or “guides” who are not only helping people to become more aware of their bodies; they are also making entrepreneurs rethink their business space.

Five Mind-Blowing Quonset Hut Builders Who Will Inspire You

Step out of the box of traditional buildings and into the wonderful, often times quirky world of the Quonset Hut. Check out these five mind-blowing Quonset Hut builders whose amazing ideas will get your creative juices flowing.

7 Businesses That Profited From Their Steel Building

Seven businesses all in different industries found a way to meet these demands and more when they invested in Quonset Hut steel building design.

Sloss Furnaces: An Architectural Marvel with a Haunted History

The historic Sloss Furnaces is an 18-acre urban oasis that has become quite the tourist attraction. Every year, the rusted collection of blast stoves and smoke stacks welcomes visitors from all over the world who wish to explore this magical maze of pipes that was once a booming business in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama.

Architect Creates Spectacular Multi-Million Dollar Quonset Home in East Hampton

Bob Stansel and Tammy Marek worked with world-renowned architect Maziar Behrooz to create their multi-million dollar Quonset Hut home in East Hampton New York.

7 Things to Consider Before Buying a Steel Quonset Hut™

Are you in the process of purchasing a steel Quonset Hut™, but you don’t even know where to start? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

Hog Heaven: Home of Wild Pigs, a Coffee Farm, and a
Container Barn

Mike M. doesn’t have to go far to get a delicious cup of Hawaiian dark roast in the morning. Just a few steps from his front door is the site of his own coffee production company, Pua'a Lani (Hog Heaven), which was created using a SteelMaster metal shipping container cover and two salvaged shipping containers.

Arkansas Boat Captain Builds Ultimate Steel Quonset Bachelor Pad

After a hard day’s work towing massive cargo barges in and out of New Orleans, Arkansas Boat Captain Billy Smith gets the chance to put his feet up and relax in his custom steel quonset bachelor pad.