#elevated foundations

When it comes to home foundations, there are options other than basements, slabs, and crawl spaces. Think raised foundations like pier, piling, and screw pile. https://www.theplancollection.com/house-plan-related-articles/out-of-the-ordinary-foundations

LIVING ABOVE THE SURGE Manalapan sits only a few feet above the Atlantic, so an elevated foundation is not optional. Pile or pier systems channel storm surge under the living space, protecting floors, heirlooms, and insurance rates. SKELETON BUILT FOR 180-MPH WIND RENOVA engineers design eight-inch, grout-filled concrete block walls tied into a post-tensioned slab. Stainless anchors, double hurricane straps, and grade-5 bolts create a continuous load path from roof to soil. WINDOWS THAT BLOCK THE SKY Impact-rated glazing, Miami-Dade approved shutters, and insulated doors keep flying debris outside while preserving panoramic views. BEAUTY STILL MATTERS Breezy under-house patios, coral-stone cladding, and slim glass railings prove resilience can look refined. Interiors feature waterproof European oak, quartz counters, and marine-grade fixtures that age gracefully in salt air. SMART STAGED RETROFITS A phased plan lets families stay home while gable bracing, roof re-nailing, and door upgrades roll out in sequence. Clear progress logs and cost trackers keep surprises off the punch list.