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Read articles written by Larry W. Garnett,
FAIBD... a member of the American Institute of Building
Design.
> Analyzing Floor Plans:
Traffic Patterns
> Windows:
Those Arches Really Are Golden!
> Front Porches
Analyzing
Floor Plans: Traffic Patterns
One of the most critical elements of a floor plan is
the traffic pattern; in other words, how you travel
from one room to another. The best way to determine
if a plan has a logical traffic pattern is to simply
imagine living in the house and walking from one area
to another... (click
to read more)
Windows:
Those Arches Really Are Golden!
Windows are one of the most important elements of any
home…and often one of the most neglected. A well-designed
home will make excellent use of windows to create a
comfortable connection to the outdoors. If you've selected
a building site that has exceptional views, proper window
placement is critical... (click
to read more)
Front
Porches
There's something about a front porch that many of
us find extremely appealing. Perhaps it's the memories
of relaxing in a rocker on your grandmother's front
porch. Or, it may just be that the front porch seems
to symbolize a slower, simpler, and less-stressful lifestyle...
(click to read
more)
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