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overseas, then we supply those materials from different countries. We source marble and tile from Italy, procure steel from Taiwan- it’ s all customized. For the Guatapé project, we sourced materials from 14 countries,” Alex continues.“ We want to ensure that we have exactly what the client is looking for. We never build the same house twice; every house has that specific Schenkar style, but it’ s always unique to the client, the environment, and the aesthetic and historical architecture of the country. Topography is the most paramount factor in construction because it determines the degree of technicality required, such as if we’ re building on a steep slope or a flat terrain. Schenkar focuses on very difficult topography, steep locations, and complicated logistics, and, depending on where the project is situated geographically, it can be challenging to procure and transport all the materials required. Because of this, we must employ many different engineering types and techniques to execute the project, from structural to geotechnical and civil engineering.”
With its 20th anniversary on the horizon, Schenkar’ s journey has been nothing short of a true American success. Its portfolio showcases thoughtful, contemporary homebuilding inspired by global design and
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