The Bungalow Page

A major property improvement began in the late spring of 2005. The existing shed was sagging badly and needed to go. The shady and severely soil compacted site indicated a building. I also needed a storage and work space and a living space to, again, increase the residential density of the property. With incomplete confidence in the economy, I also wanted to turn part of my modest paper assets into something 3 dimensional that would be useful no matter what happens. So the bunglaow project came into being. To basically use the existing footprint and construct a functional structure to satisfy multiple needs. The construction took a good deal longer than anticipated- seems like projects are always that way. Many friends were helpful and essential. I learned a great deal about code complient construction. As of September, 2006, the bungalow has been my residence and is serving me well. Fotos below capture the project and a number of interesting design features.

The shed. Site of the future bungalow.

Fresh slab as seen from the exisiting foof top.

Schematic from above. South is at top. Note glass and pitch change.

Early framing. Compare to 5th foto below. Note stem wall.

Tarp roof. Compare to slab view above.

Preparing for glass.

Detail of Westview glazing system, a sandwich of glass and rubber.

Glass installed. Note Galvalum metal roof. Good for potable water.

Exterior sheathing. Plastic windows.

Tar paper over the sheathing, some glass in.

Insulation in, sheetrock under way.

Much of framing done. Compare to 5th foto above.

Exterior sheathing, exterior insulated stem wall, windows complete.

  

Slider in. Burlap walls. Ready for move in.

Storm water drainage to dry well. Pipe goes under palm tree.

Moved in. Compare to foto above.

Desk and work area.

View from living area into solar work space. Drapes being made..

View down to workspace.

View from shop area into solar workspace.

A nice place to socialize.

Ladder up to small loft and exterior upper deck.

Shop work space. Note beautiful home made doors. Thanks Matt!

Exterior as of November 2006. Note upper deck.