Discover our sea-side vertical extension project!
Vertical extension with 4 duplexes
What: Vertical extension (4 duplex units)
Location: Guadeloupe
Project overview – vertical extension for seaside housing
Contractor / Client: SCI CCF
Status: Completed in 2020
Installation time: 20 days
Project:
- Vertical extension of an existing seaside building
- Added two additional storeys, forming four duplex units
- FlatPacked delivery system used to reduce shipping volume and cost
- Local contractor assembled the structure using beSteel’s installation guide
- Completed in just 20 days on site
Why steel for this project ?
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Compact shipping:
FlatPacked profiles optimized for overseas transport
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Fast on-site assembly:
Two-level extension built in less than three weeks
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Marine-grade durability:
Magnelis® steel resists corrosion in coastal environments
Technical highlights
On this project, beSteel’s FlatPacked system enabled the elevation of an existing building located by the sea in Guadeloupe. Delivered in disassembled profiles to reduce transportation volume and costs, the structure was locally assembled by the contractor following beSteel’s comprehensive installation manual, much like an “IKEA-style” kit. The extension added two levels and four new duplex homes, all completed in just 20 days. The structure had to withstand extreme coastal weather, so Magnelis® steel was selected for its corrosion resistance and strength-to-weight ratio, ideal for load-bearing applications without reinforcing the foundation.
Built for islands, built to last
Smart steel solutions tailored for remote and coastal construction.
- No need for heavy equipment: Prefab profiles allow for simple, local assembly
- Engineered for climate stress: Designed to handle heat, humidity, and salt exposure
- Efficient elevation: Add storeys quickly without compromising the existing building
Our FlatPacked steel system is engineered for remote assembly, weather resilience, and logistical efficiency.
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