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From Foundation to Framing in 4 Days: What a Backyard ADU Build Actually Looks Like
By Guesscreative | Residential | GC-ADU-490 How long does it take to build an ADU? Most people assume months of disruption. In reality, the structure can be standing in days, if the design is resolved correctly. GC-490-ADU under construction in Chula Vista, CA. Monday to Thursday One of the homeowners our build partners worked with recently said it better than any brochure could: "They started construction (the structure) on Monday. And now it's Thursday." The framing was sta
Gueston Smith
Apr 196 min read
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Mastering Shipping Container Architecture for Flexible Spaces
Shipping container architecture is no longer a novelty. Interest in custom shipping container buildings has surged across Texas, especially in areas like Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin. This trend is largely driven by brands seeking a physical presence with flexibility. However, the outcomes of these projects vary widely. Some container projects function as durable, redeployable assets. Others trap owners in value loss, operational friction, and redesign cycles that c
Gueston Smith
Feb 96 min read
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🏗️ 10 YEARS LATER: THE ARCHITECTURE OF EXPERIENCE
Explore Gueston Smith’s 13 principles of Spatial Entrepreneurship, a visionary design manifesto redefining architecture for emotion, culture, and mobility.
Gueston Smith
May 29, 20253 min read
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The Art of Listening in Design: A Philosophy for the Future
To all the designers, architects, and visionaries: Before you create, listen. Before you shape, understand. And before you build, flow.
Gueston Smith
Jan 20, 20253 min read
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Empowering Self-Discovery: Guesscreative's Vision for Mobile CTE Learning Labs
At Guesscreative, we believe education should inspire self-discovery, curiosity, and growth. This vision drove our proposal for Career & Technical Education (CTE) Mobile Experiential Learning Lab Trailers for Rutherford County Schools in Tennessee. These transformative spaces were not just classrooms on wheels but immersive environments designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and empower students to shape their futures. Addressing a Challenge, Proposing a Solution When
Gueston Smith
Nov 20, 20244 min read
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Versatile Single-Family Residential Home Performance Design for California Climate Zones: IRC, CRC & CEC Compliance
Are you designing a new residential home in California? Understanding the local climate zone and ensuring your home meets the IRC, CRC,...
Gueston Smith
Sep 26, 20243 min read
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Understanding California HCD State Approved Structures: What You Need to Know for Container Homes, Modular Homes, and Custom Business Trailers
HCD approval only applies to Factory-built housing (FBH) and building components manufactured for sale in California.
Gueston Smith
Sep 19, 20245 min read
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ModuLux Decentralized Luxury Movable Spaces: Innovating More Adaptable, Accessible & Portable Buildings
Does a space need to be fixed to have a positive impact? Advancements in technology are challenging us to rethink our conception of space.
Gueston Smith
Apr 13, 20247 min read
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Case Study #3 Blueprints to Reality: Transforming Cerritos College with Innovative Shipping Container Design
Project: Scope of Work: Luxury Custom Shipping Container Facilities Storage Unit Location: Los Angeles, CA Lead Designer & Project...
Gueston Smith
Jan 10, 20243 min read
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Designer Creates the First Adults Only Shipping Container Trampoline Park (Investment Opportunity)
I have this Adults Only modular trampoline park business concept on my mind. I'm not going to use it anytime soon but I still wanted to...
Gueston Smith
Jan 27, 20235 min read
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Think Outside the Box: The Advantages of Building a Custom Shipping Container Home
Choosing to build a custom shipping container home can be a very cool alternative to home construction. This past building code cycle, the international code council adopted shipping containers as a legitimate method for construction. All permitted containers have to follow the international residential code 2021. I plan to design and build one of the coolest luxury container homes for myself in the future. I want to share this knowledge with you and maybe you will want a cus
Gueston Smith
Jan 19, 202311 min read
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