Prefabricated Steel Arch Building & Residence in Blanchard, Oklahoma

Sunward Steel was proud to manufacture and supply a steel home for a resident of Blanchard, Oklahoma, and sent the pre-engineered metal building kit to the new owner in late September of 2023.

Combining functionality, design flexibility and interior and exterior appeal, the steel arch building-turned residence spans 2,040 square feet and boasts plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. Its sturdy steel construction keeps it standing strong in the face of gusty winds, strong storms and similar weather-related hazards, while its versatile, contemporary design makes it easy for the buyer to adapt the space to his precise needs and wants.

The building’s simple arch design made it easy and affordable to construct, while entry doors with windows and transom windows overhead allow plenty of natural sunlight inside, enhancing ambiance while reducing the owner’s reliance on artificial heating systems.

The outside of the metal arch building boasts bold Hunter Green paint, allowing it to blend well with its natural surroundings. The steel home’s doors have complementing Black paint, creating a sleek and modern contrast that boosts the arch building’s curb appeal. Spacious, modern and built to last the long haul with only minimal maintenance, this metal home and arch building serves as a prime example of the style, strength and simplicity only a steel home can deliver.

Building Specifications

Standing 40’x51’, this clear-span steel arch residence features 22 22-gauge arches. It has an 11’x8’ overhead door along one of its end walls and a 4068 framed opening that houses a traditional walk door. Comprised of robust galvanized steel for maximum durability, the steel home also features interior wall framing that creates designated spaces for a kitchen, bedroom, walk-in closet, two bathrooms and a laundry room.

Engineered to meet all applicable local building code requirements, the metal residence also boasts a 110-mph wind load and a 30-pound roof snow load.

Situated within central Oklahoma’s McClain County, the city of Blanchard is part of the fast-growing “Tri-City” area of the state alongside Newcastle and Tuttle. Blanchard sits about 27 miles south of Oklahoma City and borders the communities of Newcastle and Cole, Oklahoma.