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.