“Better Than I Dreamed” – His 40x60 Shop Build in Idaho (Project 13443)
After years of dreaming, sketching, and planning, this homeowner brought his vision to life with a custom 40x60 shop built by Steel Structures America in Rathdrum, Idaho. Project 13443 is the kind of build that speaks for itself—simple, smart, and fully tailored to how he lives and works.
From the black steel exterior and stone accents that match the house, to the oversized garage doors and finished concrete floor, every detail was thought through. Inside, the space is insulated and comfortable year-round, with plenty of room for woodworking, welding, hunting gear, reloading, and vehicles. There's even a lofted mancave up top—complete with stairs and a handrail—offering a place to relax after a long day.
The open lean-to adds extra covered space, while upgraded roof ventilation and a solid PermaColumn foundation ensure this shop is built to last. SSA made the process easy, coordinating experienced local crews and delivering a turnkey build that came in under budget.
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PermaColumn's, Price, & Customer Service | Shop in CDA (Project 13815)
When this customer needed a shop built near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, he compared several builders before choosing Steel Structures America.
The decision came down to two key factors:
✔️ Competitive pricing
✔️ The availability of PermaColumns
“We didn’t really want to bury wood in the ground, and Steel Structures had the option not to.”
Beyond materials and pricing, exceptional customer service made the difference. Craig and Jan made the process easy, responsive, and focused on the customer’s satisfaction:
“It’s been hard to find people who are really responsive to customer satisfaction… Craig and Jan were great. You really felt like your satisfaction was important to them.”
Steel Structures America delivered the quality build he was looking for — and a customer experience that stood out.
Project Details – Project 13815:
📍 Location: Coeur d'Alene, ID
🏗️ Scope: Custom shop build with PermaColumns
🛠️ Features: No wood buried in concrete, strong focus on customer service and communication
Learn more about this project at https://www.steelstructuresamerica.com/projects/13815-40-x-80-x-16-barnwood-metal-pole-barn-in-couer-dalene-id/
Steel Structures America specializes in custom shops, garages, and pole buildings across Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, and Colorado.
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Steel Shop Built for Winter Storage & Trail Access | 40x60 + Lean-To in Athol, ID (Project 13254)
This custom 40′ x 60′ x 16′ steel workshop in Athol, Idaho was designed to keep equipment protected and ready to go year-round—especially through harsh winters.
The owner uses the space to store an Airstream, boat, Yukon, utility trailer, and snowmobiles—while a full-length 12′ x 60′ x 11′ lean-to adds even more covered outdoor storage.
“The idea was to have somewhere to keep everything safe through the winter.”
Just 2 miles from a major trailhead, the location is perfect for outdoor access: “We’re ready to go up into the Coeur d’Alenes right from here.”
Plans for the space include shelving along the walls and a future bathroom install using water from an on-site well: “In the back corner… that’s where there will be a bathroom coming in.”
Project Details – Project 13254:
📍 Location: Athol, ID
📐 Size: 40′ x 60′ x 16′ with 12′ x 60′ x 11′ lean-to
🛠️ Features:
- 16′ x 12′ Therma-Tech overhead door in Cor-Ten® finish
- Burnished Slate Crinkle corrugated siding
- Matte Black Tuff Rib roof
- Black Crinkle trim, wainscot, and corners
- Built on PermaColumns
- Full-length lean-to
- Interior shelving and bathroom planned
- 2 miles from Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District trailhead
🔗 Learn more about this project:
https://www.steelstructuresamerica.com/projects/13254-40x60x16-metal-workshop-with-12x60x11-lean-to-in-athol-id/
📞 Or call us at (800) 833-9997 to talk with our team.
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Customer Interview | 40x60x16 Metal Workshop with Lean-To | Athol, ID (Project 13254)
This customer wanted one place to store his Airstream, snowmobiles, and weekend gear—after years of having it scattered across friends’ fields and relatives’ yards.
“I had my stuff scattered everywhere… I just wanted a bigger space to store things in.”
Working with Steel Structures America, he and his wife collaborated on a custom design that included unique features like corrugated siding and a front door that will develop a natural patina over time.
“The corrugated siding is a little unusual… the front door’s going to patina out—it’ll be a pretty striking piece.”
But the biggest win? The entire build was low-stress and required almost no oversight:
“It was so hands-off. I could come here in the morning, be gone all day, and the job was getting done correctly.”
After the project was finished, a minor concern about condensation popped up—but SSA’s owner personally showed up within 24 hours to check it out and explain the cause.
“He was here within 24 hours… once the building had heat, it cleared up in a day. No issues whatsoever.”
Project Info – Project 13254:
📍 Location: Athol, ID
🏗️ Structure: 40′ x 60′ x 16′ shop with 12′ x 60′ x 11′ lean-to
🎯 Use: Secure, consolidated storage for outdoor equipment and vehicles
🛠️ Features:
- Burnished Slate Crinkle corrugated siding
- Matte Black Tuff Rib roof
- Therma-Tech overhead door (16′ x 12′, Cor-Ten®)
- Perma-Columns
- Future bathroom and shelving
- Direct access to nearby trails
🔗 See more on this project:
https://www.steelstructuresamerica.com/projects/13254-40x60x16-metal-workshop-with-12x60x11-lean-to-in-athol-id/
📞 Or call (800) 833-9997 to talk with our team.
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Why This Customer Chose Barnwood Metal Siding | Custom Garage Build in Bayview, ID (Project 13775)
In this video, a Bayview, Idaho homeowner shares why she chose barnwood-style metal siding for her garage build. Originally set on a different design, she spotted the siding during a visit to the Steel Structures America shop and decided to make the change.
“We literally had signed a contract for something else.”
She liked how the barnwood finish worked with the look of her nearby log cabin and appreciated that it didn’t have the typical metal building appearance.
“It really does look like wood. It does not look like metal. And I love that.”
She also wanted the garage to stand out visually and chose black accents for contrast.
“I love black, and I thought it would really stand out.”
Project Details – Project 13775:
📍 Location: Bayview, ID
📐 Size: 28′ x 28′ x 18′
Features:
- One 18′ x 7′ overhead garage door
- Barnwood-style metal siding (exclusive to Metal America)
- 6′ black wainscot
- Black roof, soffits, and corners
🔗 Learn more about this project:
https://www.steelstructuresamerica.com/projects/13775-28-x-28-x-18-metal-sided-garage-in-bayview-id/
📞 Call (800) 833-9997 or visit https://steelstructuresamerica.com
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Bayview Garage - What was it like working with the Steel Structures team? (Project 13775)
In this customer interview, a Bayview, Idaho homeowner shares her experience building a custom garage with Steel Structures America.
She describes the overall process as “great,” noting how flexible and responsive the team was throughout. After initially choosing a different material, she changed course upon discovering Steel Structures America’s exclusive barnwood-style metal siding during a visit to the office. The team supported her decision without hesitation:
“We had appointments in the office and were able to go back and forth as many times as we wanted. They were very receptive to questions and changes—whether by text, call, or email—and were very quick to respond.”
She also appreciated that SSA handled the full project scope, including tasks she didn’t want to manage herself:
“They took care of the whole process, like permits and figuring out all the supplies.”
Special recognition goes to project designer Craig, who helped refine the building layout and delivered multiple sketches to fit the property’s space:
“Craig did a great job in helping design it as well.”
Project 13775 Details:
📍 Location: Bayview, ID
📏 Size: 28′ x 28′ x 18′
🛠️ Features: Metal siding that looks like barn wood (exclusive to Metal America), 6′ black wainscot, black roof, black soffits and corners, one 18′ x 7′ overhead garage door
This interview highlights the customer-first service and start-to-finish support that Steel Structures America brings to every build.
🔗 Learn more about this project:
https://www.steelstructuresamerica.com/projects/13775-28-x-28-x-18-metal-sided-garage-in-bayview-id/
📞 Call (800) 833-9997 or visit https://steelstructuresamerica.com
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Building Something Different | 5-Acre Spec Home with Shop by SSA (Project 14191)
Most spec homes on acreage stick to the basics — a house and open land. But for this 5-acre project, the builder decided to do something different.
Instead of offering just a home, he created a full compound: a beautiful house, a large shop right behind it, and a small courtyard tying it all together. The goal was to deliver something buyers wouldn't normally find — and make the property ready to go from day one.
“We kind of just wanted to be different… create a compound out on 5 acres, have the beautiful house, have a big shop behind you, and a little courtyard area.”
Now nearing completion, this project will soon hit the market with a rare advantage: a finished shop included — no extra work or waiting needed.
“Typical spec homes usually don't include a big shop. It's cool because the buyer, right from the get-go, doesn't have to wait for a shop. It's already there.”
Reflecting on the success of the project, he adds:
“I don't think I'd ever see myself building another spec on acreage without a shop.”
Project 14191 Details:
📍 Location: 5-acre property in Rathdrum, Idaho
🏡 Scope: Spec home with detached shop
🛠️ Features: Full-size shop included with the home, courtyard-style compound layout
Steel Structures America builds custom residential homes, shops, and combination structures across Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, and Colorado.
📞 Learn more at https://steelstructuresamerica.com or call (800) 833-9997.
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Fast, Responsive, and Built Right | Customer Review | Steel Structures America (Project 13815)
In this video, a customer shares his experience building a shop with Steel Structures America—and why he recommends them.
After getting multiple estimates, he chose SSA for two key reasons:
✔️ Competitive pricing
✔️ Fast turnaround — the entire build took just three weeks from foundation to finish.
“They were competitive, super responsive, and super quick.”
He emphasizes that the build wasn’t just fast—it was well-executed, with strong communication and quality results throughout:
“If you’re looking for a shop that’s well built, done quickly, and at a competitive price, Steel Structures is a good place to go.”
Steel Structures America builds custom shops, garages, and pole buildings across Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, and Colorado.
📞 Learn more at https://steelstructuresamerica.com or call (800) 833-9997.
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Builder Shares Honest Experience Working with SSA | Post-Frame Shop Build (Project 14191)
What’s it like to build with Steel Structures America? In this video, a builder, Stam Structures, shares his firsthand experience during a custom post-frame shop build—and why SSA stood out from the start.
From detailed communication and scheduling transparency to on-site support in freezing conditions, this story highlights what makes SSA different. Whether you're building a shop, garage, or barndominium, having a reliable, responsive team matters—and this builder breaks down how SSA delivered.
- Real feedback from a builder on-site
- Coordinated effort between SSA crews and other subs
- Consistent communication from start to finish
Steel Structures America has completed over 14,000 post-frame buildings across the Northwest—including Idaho, Washington, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, and Colorado. We build year-round and are proud to be the #1 contractor for post-frame structures in the region.
📞 Learn more or get a quote: steelstructuresamerica.com
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