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Architecture | 31 Jan 04 | Stumble
Prefab Mo-Co homes for $65K+. Minnesota-based Alchemy Architects have created the weeHouse for customers who want an architect and a house for $65,000 (and up). A cheap and sturdy house/cabin/addition/office, the weeHouse is available as studios, one- and two-bedroom, kitchen/living, sleeping, and stair models. As expected, everything is customizable to fit your needs. Prefabricated and delivered by truck, all you need is the land, a foundation and hook-ups to utilities. Alchemy is also featured in the book New American Additions and Renovations mentioned here earlier this month.
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New American Additions and Renovations
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