Just curious if this method is used in other regions of the country.
The joints in outbuildings are usually left exposed and visible, but I've seen older homes that have walls framed like this but then sheathed on both sides. Can't even tell once the finishes are on that the walls are stacked like this.
Never seen it in Colorado and I've seen most of the old ghost towns and some 19th century towns still occupied. I think you are right. Makes a lot of sense when 2x4 materials were cheap and abundant. Easy to build, structurally sound and good insulation.
I wonder if they are actually 2"x 4".
