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| Vjeran Marcinko 2005-10-19, 3:21 am |
| Hi.
I am planning to build a house (actually, not me, but professional company),
but I have to have at least some idea how will it look like.
Now, I don't want to build some ordinary looking one (ordinary where I'm
living), and find out later that my neighbour built some cool entrance with
some let's say mediteranean or spanish style, and I blaiming myself for not
being a bit more original like him.
So, can you recommend some web sites that have huge picture galleries of
houses of various styles, so I can pick some ideas from there? Web is such a
vaste place that I dunno where to start. Google doesn't seem a way to go.
Regards,
Vjeran
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| Vjeran Marcinko 2005-10-19, 3:21 am |
| BTW, I am planning to have small, ground level, cosy house. So, I'm not
interested in big villas or something like that.
Regards,
Vjeran
"Vjeran Marcinko" <netko@nesto.com> wrote in message
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> Hi.
>
> I am planning to build a house (actually, not me, but professional
> company), but I have to have at least some idea how will it look like.
> Now, I don't want to build some ordinary looking one (ordinary where I'm
> living), and find out later that my neighbour built some cool entrance
> with some let's say mediteranean or spanish style, and I blaiming myself
> for not being a bit more original like him.
>
> So, can you recommend some web sites that have huge picture galleries of
> houses of various styles, so I can pick some ideas from there? Web is such
> a vaste place that I dunno where to start. Google doesn't seem a way to
> go.
>
> Regards,
> Vjeran
>
>
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| 3D Peruna 2005-10-19, 11:21 am |
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"Vjeran Marcinko" <netko@nesto.com> wrote in message
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> Hi.
>
> I am planning to build a house (actually, not me, but professional
> company), but I have to have at least some idea how will it look like.
> Now, I don't want to build some ordinary looking one (ordinary where I'm
> living), and find out later that my neighbour built some cool entrance
> with some let's say mediteranean or spanish style, and I blaiming myself
> for not being a bit more original like him.
>
> So, can you recommend some web sites that have huge picture galleries of
> houses of various styles, so I can pick some ideas from there? Web is such
> a vaste place that I dunno where to start. Google doesn't seem a way to
> go.
>
> Regards,
> Vjeran
Hire a professional designer (architect or Don). That's your best bet and
best use of money.
And, yes, I'm an architect, so I'm a bit biased. But, your question is
exactly the kind of question a professional designer would answer for you.
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| Vjeran Marcinko 2005-10-19, 11:21 am |
| > "Vjeran Marcinko" <netko@nesto.com> wrote in message
> news:dj4luj$nb4$1@sunce.iskon.hr...
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> Hire a professional designer (architect or Don). That's your best bet and
> best use of money.
>
> And, yes, I'm an architect, so I'm a bit biased. But, your question is
> exactly the kind of question a professional designer would answer for you.
Thanx for advice, but don't you think that I should have at least some kind
of vague idea how my house should look like before I go to architect ? For
instance, I should see some pictures of spanish houses to know that I like
it, and then go to architect/designer and tell him to design some spanish
style house, right ?
-Vjeran
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| Bob Morrison 2005-10-19, 12:21 pm |
| In a previous post Vjeran Marcinko wrote...
> Thanx for advice, but don't you think that I should have at least some kind
> of vague idea how my house should look like before I go to architect ? For
> instance, I should see some pictures of spanish houses to know that I like
> it, and then go to architect/designer and tell him to design some spanish
> style house, right ?
>
A good architect or designer (bow to Don) will be able to help you design
a house that fits your needs and budget. Don't get hung up on "style".
I usually recommend that an owner spend a little time with two or more
architects in order to get a feel for what they do. It is important to
find a architect/designer you are compatible with.
Ask friends or acquaintances for references and then call and make an
appointment for an interview.
--
Bob Morrison, PE, SE
R L Morrison Engineering Co
Structural & Civil Engineering
Poulsbo WA
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| "Vjeran Marcinko"> wrote
> Thanx for advice, but don't you think that I should have at least some
> kind of vague idea how my house should look like before I go to architect
> ?
You already do, or did you forget?
For
> instance, I should see some pictures of spanish houses to know that I like
> it, and then go to architect/designer and tell him to design some spanish
> style house, right ?
Define: style
Define: spanish
Clue: Lose this *style* infatuation, it doesn't exist.
Unless you have zillions of dollars to spend.
A good designer with loads of experience can focus on what your wants are
and provide a design you will be happy with.
The designer has been down this road hundreds, maybe thousands of times
before.
Your research should be for the right designer rather than the right design.
Drive around, look at some houses from the street, take pictures, make notes
of the individual *elements* of the homes that attract your eye (1 or 2
story?, gable or hip roof?, stucco or siding?, 8' plate or 10' plate?, 2 or
3 car garage?, side loaded?, tile or shingle roof?, split plan or
all-on-1-side?, number of baths?, number of bedrooms?, specialty rooms?
total sq. ftg.?, lot size and location, and orientation of home on lot?.
All of these things are specific to the site to some degree.
If you don't have the land yet, there is no point in designing a home for
it.
The rules and codes and laws a zoning restrictions vary per location.
What is allowed on your street may change 2 blocks over.
All of the rules may change at any time, like they did here 2 weeks ago.
Your best bet is to ask family and friends for reference to a good designer
and then meet with him or her for an initial (free) consultation to see what
your goal is.
Or if you see a specific house that you like, find out who the designer is,
and consult with him/her.
If you take my advice above you will save thousands of dollars and be one
step closer to achieving your goal, when the time is right.
Googling for pix is OK, but its all fantasy.
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| Kris Krieger 2005-10-19, 1:21 pm |
| Bob Morrison <bob@ _remove_rlmorrisonengr.com> wrote in
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> In a previous post Vjeran Marcinko wrote...
>
> A good architect or designer (bow to Don) will be able to help you
> design a house that fits your needs and budget. Don't get hung up on
> "style".
>
> I usually recommend that an owner spend a little time with two or more
> architects in order to get a feel for what they do. It is important
> to find a architect/designer you are compatible with.
>
> Ask friends or acquaintances for references and then call and make an
> appointment for an interview.
>
Or, if you don't know people who've worked with a designer, these are some
things I'd do:
(1) use Google to see whether any in your area have websites with online
protfolios
(2) call some pros and ask whether they have portfolios you can see and
whether they'd be willing ot give you addresses of projects (residential)
they've completed
(3) get a digital camera and take snapshots of places you see that have
something you like, and then briang these to a designer
(4) cut out or photocopy pictures from magazines that show somethign you
like - such as, maybe you like a particular kid of window, even tho' you
might not like anything else - save the pic and make a note on it re: what
you like
Also, google *is* useful for finding house styles. The mian thing you have
to watch out for at home plan sites is that these days, "modern
traditional" is very often mislabeled as "contemporary". Although
"contemporary" means 'of/belonging to the curent times", in terms of style,
it's not the same thing as "modern traditional".
But another thing is, think about anyplace you've visited, and about
whether you liked the general atyle of the area. So, maybe you were to
Santa Fe and liked the houses there, or maybe you liked Chicago. And so
on.
Also, think about what sorts of lifestyle you want and what sort of
qualities you like. For example, if you like an outdoor-yet-private
lifestyle, you might like house styles that incorporate enclosed
patio/courtyard areas.
SO, re: Google, took me about three minutes to get here:
http://www.realtor.org/rmomag.NSF/p...ch?OpenDocument
Id you can stand the stupid animation, this site gives descriptions of
books you can get:
http://architecture.about.com/cs/ho.../styleguide.htm
Remember to check Amazon.com's prices also. And Half-Price books.
Another idea is, browse the Architecture section of your local Barns&Noble
and Borders stores. If you're in an area that doen't have large stores,
take time and browse Amazon.com, which offers tons of books on various
aspcets of Architecture and Archtectural style.
And last but not least, check your local library's Architecture section
(usuall located near Arts).
- K.
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| 3D Peruna 2005-10-19, 2:21 pm |
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"Vjeran Marcinko" <netko@nesto.com> wrote in message
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> Thanx for advice, but don't you think that I should have at least some
> kind of vague idea how my house should look like before I go to architect
> ? For instance, I should see some pictures of spanish houses to know that
> I like it, and then go to architect/designer and tell him to design some
> spanish style house, right ?
>
> -Vjeran
Yes, and no. Sometimes, after a discussion with the design professional, he
might learn that what you say and what you want are two different things
(this happens quite frequently). And a design professional usually has a
good library of information to pick examples to show you.
I prefer my clients to not have a vague idea of what they think the house
should look like...I prefer them to come to me with an open mind. That way
their desires, the site and local context can inform what the house should
look like.
Of course taking pictures of stuff you like to them is very helpful.
One other point... design and style are two different things. They are
related...for instance, if you wish to have a colonial style house, there
are usually formal planning, massing and other details that make the style
work. If you have a particular style in mind, then let the designer know
what that style is and bring at least one representative picture of that
particular style (just because sometimes what you think it's called and what
you show the designer might be two different things).
As for styles of houses, there's a great book called "American House Styles:
A Concise Guide" You can get it here: http://tinyurl.com/abj3m
Good luck.
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| > Don't get hung up on "style".
Why not?
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| Kris Krieger 2005-10-19, 3:21 pm |
| "gruhn" <gruhn@deletehwb.com> wrote in
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> Why not?
Maybe because the style should be an offshoot of the plan...? I dunno,
just guessing. OTOH none of it;'s written in stone - IOW just because you
want a courtyard desn't mean you "have to" have a Spanish style place.
Maybe that's what he means - house style follows lifestyle. If you like a
casual yet provate outdoorsy lifestyle in a warm climate, you're not likely
to have the same style place as someone who in up north in the mountains
and wants a cozy winter habitat. A Sante Fe style place might not fit in
well in Buffalo in terms of look or climate...
Again, tho' just guessing at what the OP meant.
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> Why not?
Define *style*.
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Don wrote:
> "orange tree"> wrote
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> What makes these homes *spanish*?
Because they have tiles on the roof. Does it have to be spelled out to
you senor? ;-)
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| "Cato"> wrote
> Don wrote:
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> Because they have tiles on the roof. Does it have to be spelled out to
> you senor? ;-)
Oh, I thought maybe it was the fact that it had stucco, and maybe an arch or
2.
Looks like our conversation awhile back inspired a certain someone to double
their price.
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| orange tree 2005-10-20, 1:21 am |
| Hello "Don"
Your all over this site. I commend you for your participation.
I, like you have been doing architecture for some time now.
Those of us with experience know what the prices are. If a
business wants to run a special, Is it not their choice?
Hey there Don what about you show us some of your work.
And just to let you know in advance I am not out to bash you. I am just
interested in what your work looks like.
check out this simpson tie, I'd use h15 on everyones house If they could
afford it.
http://www.strongtie.com/products/h...Stud.html#table
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| "orange tree"> wrote
> check out this simpson tie, I'd use h15 on everyones house If they could
> afford it.
> http://www.strongtie.com/products/h...Stud.html#table
On a frame application like that I will probably use an ST6224, it has about
twice the capacity of the H15.
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| orange tree 2005-10-22, 2:21 am |
| Well, Don ,
Where is an example of your work ?
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| "orange tree"> wrote
> Well, Don ,
> Where is an example of your work ?
There are 1000's of them throughout SW Florida and elsewhere.
All of my work is done through direct referral.
Advertising in usenet is pathetic.
Its begging.
Beggars get exactly what they deserve.
Ignored.
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| orange tree 2005-10-22, 2:21 pm |
| Don wrote:
> "orange tree"> wrote
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> There are 1000's of them throughout SW Florida and elsewhere.
> All of my work is done through direct referral.
> Advertising in usenet is pathetic.
> Its begging.
> Beggars get exactly what they deserve.
> Ignored.
So in other works. You do not even have one to show us. Or do you, I am
sure you have a picture of one at least. And i do not mean a picture of
any ambiguous home. I mean a picture of your construction documents and
designs.
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| "orange tree"> wrote
> Don wrote:
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> So in other works. You do not even have one to show us. Or do you, I am
> sure you have a picture of one at least.
Others here have seen my stuff.
And i do not mean a picture of
> any ambiguous home. I mean a picture of your construction documents and
> designs.
I have no need for such a thing.
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| Kris Krieger 2005-10-24, 9:21 pm |
| "Don" <one-if-by-land@concord.com> wrote in
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> "orange tree"> wrote
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> There are 1000's of them throughout SW Florida and elsewhere.
> All of my work is done through direct referral.
> Advertising in usenet is pathetic.
> Its begging.
> Beggars get exactly what they deserve.
> Ignored.
I thing the mouse-doohikie is interfereing with your links...clicking
yields no result...Googling for additional links...
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"Kris Krieger" <pteroDELETE_THISchromics@earthlinkDELETE.net> wrote in
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> "Don" <one-if-by-land@concord.com> wrote in
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> I thing the mouse-doohikie is interfereing with your links...clicking
> yields no result...Googling for additional links...
What links?
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| Kris Krieger 2005-10-26, 3:21 pm |
| "Don" <one-if-by-land@concord.com> wrote in
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> "Kris Krieger" <pteroDELETE_THISchromics@earthlinkDELETE.net> wrote in
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> What links?
The links to your gallery and so on. I ttried clicking on the gallery
button but nothing happened. I notice that sometimes occurs wheen site use
mouse-pointer substitution scripts. They look nifty but I've yet to see
one (and never thought to try writing one since it's not something I've
used) that offered a ways to escape the script and return to the regulat
mouse pointer.
Anyway, the upshot is that I couldn't figure out how to access the rest of
your website - I even studied the source code. But no luck  Are your
links inactive...?
- K.
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| "Kris Krieger"> wrote
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> The links to your gallery and so on. I ttried clicking on the gallery
> button but nothing happened. I notice that sometimes occurs wheen site
> use
> mouse-pointer substitution scripts. They look nifty but I've yet to see
> one (and never thought to try writing one since it's not something I've
> used) that offered a ways to escape the script and return to the regulat
> mouse pointer.
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> Anyway, the upshot is that I couldn't figure out how to access the rest of
> your website - I even studied the source code. But no luck Are your
> links inactive...?
Yeah, they're inactive.
Sort of like me. :-)
After we make the BIG move in the next few months I may give my kid a whole
bunch of legal tenders and tell him to make it happen.
My site is his creation, I just ran out of steam.
Its mainly a portal for family members worldwide to make contact.
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| Kris Krieger 2005-10-27, 4:21 pm |
| "Don" <one-if-by-land@concord.com> wrote in
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> "Kris Krieger"> wrote
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> Yeah, they're inactive.
> Sort of like me. :-)
Let me know if you need some website help. I'm finishing up a few things
on my rewrite (then have to upload a zillion megs of stuff) but could get
to you after next week.
> After we make the BIG move in the next few months I may give my kid a
> whole bunch of legal tenders and tell him to make it happen.
> My site is his creation, I just ran out of steam.
> Its mainly a portal for family members worldwide to make contact.
Well, once I get my stuff loaded, I'll post the URL and if you like the way
the gallery is done, lemme know whether you want something similar. As a
preview description, I have the scripting programmed so that you can mouse
over a button (any image you want - number, symbol, thumbnail, etc. and so
on, or text if you prefer), and two things pop up in the designated
"slideshow screen" - you can have 2 pics, a pic and a blurb, or two blurbs.
The script avoids the use of frames, because frames don't let people
bookmark the page properly.
For now, finishing my stuff also some web stuff for someone else. Mid-Nov
would be great.
- K.
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