Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Stairs relocation and Renderings

One of my design concerns is stairs location, I think that it should have main entrace character. That's why I anticipate a bit to make the following proposal.

I'm moving the north garage more to the north, to relocate the stair in the center of the building, with this design the home appears larger, but the square footage of construction will be the same.

Stair design should be a fundamental element in the set.

answering your question about the spaces, I can comment that all spaces are comfortable, the only place that I feel a bit tight is the den/media for their double feature, you must also consider the size of the screen and how many people want to be there at the same time, but I tell you beforehand if you are fan films, or if you want your small library (because I have understood that you enjoy reading) this space is not enough. among other things, I take the liberty of extending the den/media, this expansion gives a nicecantilever effect.


below i add some renders as first drafts, I am open to criticism.



Front yard design isn't final yet, but I suggest something very simple without much foliage and then  propose a heavy landscaping design on backyard.


I believe that north garage is that you'll use most regularly. why I put a door that connected directly to the stair so you don't need to go around.

Terrace garden, is one of the most representative elements of modern architecture, since Le Corbusier.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

General Comments 12-7-2010

We like the second proposal for the master bedroom + guest half bath.  Good sugguestion!

We think 5'-6" for the walkway sounds good.  Seems like a good width, but not too wide.

We understand your comments that for example the garage inside width would be 12', not 12'-6" due to the wall width.  Makes sense.  In your opinion, do all the room, bathroom, etc. sizes seem to be a good size?  Its hard to judge from just the dimensions.  Your experience/comments would be helpful.

We like your proposal for the casita setups - with no living/bedroom divider wall, more open loft style.  We put a couple of comments on preferences for each part of the casita (bath/bedroom/living).  If you have some suggestions for the bath setup like you did for the second floor that would be great!

2nd Floor comments I

1st Floor comments I

First floor comments II

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Second Floor alternative proposal

In this proposal I am trying to improve the master bedroom and guest bathroom distribution design.
The advantages are:
*Guest bathroom door is not in the view from the living room (as in the previous proposal)
*Guest bathroom toilet is separated from vanity area (it has many advantages)
*Master's entry door becomes much more an entry to a private area.
*Master bedroom acquires more useful space.
*Master bathroom has the option to open an east view.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Same drawings, with dimensions.

Lot 17 official measures, and minus 5' of setback

I considered the dimensions shown in the original scheme, as if these were in the middle of the wall, so the interior space is reduced by subtracting the thickness of the wall. For example, if dimensions in garage says 12'6" x 22'6, the free interior space will be 12' x 22'. Please tell me whether you agree with this.
Important to check the width of the corridor, I proposed 5'6 "W

Friday, November 26, 2010

Floor Plans Furniture arrangement



As you can see, in the Casitas there is no wall to divide the bedroom from the living room (loft style); this gives us the opportunity to create different levels in order to get a better view to the East from the bedroom and vanity area.  We may use blinds or shelves with books, plants or art pieces (not a rigid division)





More design ideas


Wall Detail - warm wood tones (possibly reclaimed local wood)

Like the rusted steel detail for raised planting beds

Like the single lightbulbs with simple/cheap metal "shades"

Outdoor shower with an interesting stone back

Another raised bed

Example of architectural rusted steel

Another raised steel plant bed

Firepit

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Plan view idea

Maybe a step down the building to match the land slope?

It would make the hallway "disappear" looking East.

Also it would give the Casita's an opportunity for higher ceilings, and to have a more open loft feeling.




Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Change Front Stairs

Sample View of Casita looking West

Shower Idea

Inside Feel in Main Living Area


But want a more organic feel like this set up.
Like the cantilevered work area/bar to match cantilever style of front and back view of house.

Looking West Idea

Clean lines, big open deck for main living area and bedroom.
Layout would be different - bedroom extends farther out vs living for privacy in bedroom.


Cantilevered Stairs

Would like cantilevered stairs with clean modern lines and details.


Basic Scheme in CAD

First layout sketch

Lot 17 View

LPDM Site Layout - Lot 17 is ours!