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re: Where to get a building estimate based off of house plans

Posted on 3/22/18 at 8:55 am to
Posted by X123F45
Member since Apr 2015
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Posted on 3/22/18 at 8:55 am to
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selling this house in the future will be difficult with the Master located on the second floor.


Selling is thankfully a nonissue. We don't sell property in my family

I agree on the master.

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Also, balconys, while they add to the overall look of the house, are expensive to build and are a maintenance nightmare in our climate. You will have rot at some point that will need to be addressed.


This is a concern as well. And I appreciate the input.

The porch is unfortunately a requirement. Otherwise it would all be enclosed.

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I draw houses for a living so take that how you wish.



I have a sketchbook full of requirements, and I'm trying to figure out how they will all fit together.

The kitchen, pantry, great room, and garage are the only spaces I care about.

I could sleep in a bunk bed in a closet and be happy.

The wife's concerns basically consist of storage space.
Posted by wickowick
Head of Island
Member since Dec 2006
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Posted on 3/22/18 at 9:03 am to
You could rotate the stairs, perhaps push them towards the dining room a little to open up the kitchen/ great room a little more
Posted by 4WHLN
Drinking at the Cottage Inn
Member since Mar 2013
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Posted on 3/22/18 at 9:18 am to
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The porch is unfortunately a requirement. Otherwise it would all be enclosed.

Unless you have to have a percentage of Balcony across the front, Id look for other plans with smaller balconys. What about a Juliette Balcony? Or something with a Cantilever Balcony? They all suck and are expensive, just try to cut down on repairs later and maintenance.

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I have a sketchbook full of requirements, and I'm trying to figure out how they will all fit together.


This is when/why you hire a good draftsman or Architect. Show them the requirements and your ideas and let them fit all the puzzle pieces together.
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