Continuing our February LOVEFEST, lets talk about the power of BIM and the quick production of 3D views. Not everyone can look at a 2D drawing (plan or elevation) and understand the 3 dimensional space. Why not use those super detailed BIM models to create views so that our Clients can see what we see!…
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REVIT Best Practices: Setting up a Project Template Part 7 – View Templates
Drawing consistency is key, so View Templates are an important element to set up in your Project Template. So, what view templates should we create? As-Built & Schematic (1/8″ Scale views) Floor Plans Elevations Sections Design Development & Construction Documents (1/4″ Scale) Floor Plans Reflected Ceiling Plans Finish Floor Plans Elevations Sections Interior Elevations General…
REVIT Best Practices – Setting up a Project Template Part 2 – Annotation Text & Symbols
Well, we’ve done it… We finally started our Revit Project Template after years of procrastination! Last week we looked at line types and line weights. This week we are going to revise the standard annotation text (NO ARIAL) and get rif of all of those standard REVIT symbols (let’s face it, they are way to…
RIDGE-house: If a Story Pole Falls Down…
As discussed in an earlier post Hide and Seek: “Can you see me now?” says the RIDGE-house, the visibility of this proposed residence from a defined Scenic Corridor was a primary concern. Rendered views of the proposed residence in-situ were produced and submitted in July of 2013. After an extended review process and an EIR the…
On the Drawing Boards: Malibu Modern Ranch
to be continued… -hlj
Hollywood Hills: Here Comes the Sun
After studying the visual impacts the new second story addition would have on the neighborhood (see Hollywood Hills: Visual Impacts) with the installation of story poles, the impact of light and shadow came into question. Would the new second story affect the natural sunlight in the surrounding homes and yards? If so, when and how…
Under Construction: California Cliffside
Cliffside gets some finishing touches… -hlj
Hollywood Hills: Front Face
Studying material options: What do you think? -hlj
Hollywood Hills: Visual Impacts
After visiting the property and meeting with the client numerous times, the Hollywood Hills remodel is well on its way. We explored a few design options, ranging from a minimal approach to a full second story and new basement addition. In the end, capitalizing on that amazing rooftop view was a MUST! Now that our…
David versus Goliath
I recently read two very different articles reviewing trends in single family housing. The first story comes from KPCC’s Take Two and it features the “Tiny House” movement. A Los Angeles based couple built their dream home… on wheels: The tiny house movement comes to Los Angeles Take Two | May 13th, 2014, 9:21am The second article describes…
Under Construction: Wimbledon Cottage
Custom Cabinetry designed for Wimbledon Cottage… from design to installation: At Hayne Architects: At the shop (Farmhouse Custom Cabinetry): With our finisher (Dr. Painter): (Very Yellow!! A little scary, but this is just the first step in distressing and finishing the pine pieces…) The installation: Its looking good boys! Keep it up! -hlj…
PREVIEW: Malibu Bluff Estate Photo shoot
We recently scheduled a photo shoot of the completed Malibu Bluff Estate with our favorite photographer Simon Berlyn of Berlyn Photography. Here is a sneak peak: Be sure to stay tuned for the breathtaking interior shots! -hlj