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Well,
This uber-monstrosity will certainly be talked about- but not so much for it's gargantuan size for a single family residence but, for it's innovation. I'll hold my enthusiasm for awhile- the speculated numbers for the geographic region don't jive in my book, for it's energy efficiency.
It's called: Pensmore › Welcome
A 72,000-square-foot chateau being built on 550 acres in the Missouri Ozarks is doubling as a laboratory for a concrete forming system whose manufacturer and the home’s owner believe could have broader applications for disaster-resistant and energy-efficient construction.
The house, is the brainchild of 60-year-old Steven Huff, who made his fortune selling software for medical, defense, and intelligence applications.
Construction, which began in 2008, is taking a long time to complete because Huff is only employing a single crew- completion is set for 2013.
Looks more like an insane asylum... which I guess would be fitting for someone who thinks a single family needs that much space. I guess it just proves that there are still those out there with more money than common sense.
I think it's interesting... also looks a bit like something out of Harry Potter, but whatever. I like to see someone trying something different and this fits the bill.
Hmm... classic proportions, well thought out design, built out of solid concrete with the latest technological innovations...
Definitely NOT a mcmansion!
People need to realize size itself is not an indicator of bad mcmansion-ish architecture. It's ok, really... it's kinda like a 21st century Biltmore...
I'm quite certain that both would be considered edifices-
But from a pure architectural perceptive I'll take the asymmetrical Biltmore any day over that rather plain uninspiring elevation of Pensmore.
I've done Biltmore a few times- I have no idea what a utility bill(s) would be but, knowing how and what materials were used in it's construction- I'm betting it's not as imposing as one would imagine.
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classic proportions, well thought out design, built out of solid concrete with the latest technological innovations... 
