Magfan, I totally understand the "sound" engineering. However, having renovated many buildings, I know what it's like to have to open up walls to search for studs. That's why I'd push for either 16" studs with random in between or at least a pattern to aid in future finding of the studs?
If I was buying a property with random studs this would greatly devalue the property and would be considered a "knock" down on any wall unless plans were available with exact dimensions and proof of proper construction by a qualified contractor.
If I was buying a property with random studs this would greatly devalue the property and would be considered a "knock" down on any wall unless plans were available with exact dimensions and proof of proper construction by a qualified contractor.