Architecture and Design - Page 144 of 148

Classical Details in a Harsh Environment
Craftsmen build a coastal house to withstand hurricane winds, meticulous architects, and exacting clients.
A Kitchen Work Island Designed with Guests in Mind
Even snacking in the kitchen should be comfortable
Figuring regular polygons
Q: I need to construct a 12-sided figure with a certain radius. How do I find the length of one of its sides? Dennis R. Burr, Lumby, None A: Rich Ziegner…
Shop-Built Window Frames
Simple joinery, #2 pine and stock sash make inexpensive custom windows.
Hurricane Warnings
Sifting through the wreckage of Hurricane Andrew to learn why some houses survived and some didn't.
Bed Alcove
Convert wasted attic space into a bed that has drawers, bookshelves, and a vanity.
Protection for working drawings
Before we send our working drawings to a job site, we cover them with Con-Tact Clear Covering (www.rubbermaid.com). This self-sticking plastic film comes in 18-in. wide rolls and is typically…
Designing and Building Leak-Free Sloped Glazing
Error-free projects demand careful detailing.
A Screened-porch Addition
Simple detailing and inexpensive materials provide a shelter from the swarm.
Glue-Laminated Timbers
Designing and building with engineered beams.

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