Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Yonderosa 'Outpost' 12' x 24'

The Mini-Delux under construction
"Dried in." Next step, windows, siding and decking.

The ease and speed of construction were the deciding factors in our choice to build the Mini-Delux - our site is remote and we had a limited time to build. Designed to utilize commonly available materials allowed us to locally source materials, get them delivered and keep the cost down. The 12' x 16' main floor is large enough to be utilized in a variety of configurations and uses. The 12' x 12' loft provides additional storage space and the 8' x 12' covered porch is a comfortable bridge between the scenery and the shelter.

A more detailed account of building this structure can be seen at my Yonderosa blog

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Side Elevation
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Framing Detail
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Floor Framing Detail
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Taking shape

A slideshow of the construction can been seen at http://s448.photobucket.com/albums/qq202/Yonderosa_photos/?albumview=slideshow

I've built dozens of houses and been involved in hundreds of other construction projects as a designer or a carpenter - the experience of building this simple little structure has been one of the most enjoyable and satisfying of my life. The environment, the challenge, the partnership with my wife, the accomplishment of a dream... all greatly enrich the experience.

Friday, February 20, 2009

Photo Hosting Site issues

It appears the Photo hosting site is glitching. If it persists I will try another site. Sorry for the inconvenience. Thanks for stopping by.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

The "Quincy" 1077 sf

The Quincy is a custom plan I drew for a friend's riverside lot.

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The "Escape - Mini" 480 sf

A smaller version of the Escape.

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." Leonardo da'Vince


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"The Escape" 620 sf

Living big in a small space. Shown with gabled roof option.


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Saturday, February 14, 2009

The Yonderosa Cottage

496 square feet with 96 sf covered porch

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Floorplan


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Right Elevation

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Blueprint
Page 1 - Floor Plans, Elevations, Foundation and Floor Framing
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The "Kirby Creek Cottage" <400 sf

The Kirby Creek Cottage

Just shy of 400 square feet, yet fully equipped.

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Friday, February 13, 2009

Where the Trail Begins.


"There is no place more delightful than one's own fireside." -Cicero

It begins as a dream - Reach for it.