Wednesday, February 18, 2009

3D Renderings with Materials Applied

For materials we chose:

1) Stone:  Owens Corning - Cultured Stone, “Bucks County Limestone“

http://www.culturedstone.com/products/productlarge.asp?id=51

2) Roof : GAF - Elk Camelot Williamsburg  Slate

http://www.gaf.com/Content/GAF/RES1/ROOF/camelot-sample-willmsbrg.html

3) Siding: JamesHardie - HardiePlank Lap Siding, Smooth,  Woodland Cream.  Note:  The rendering is a little too yellow.   Supposedly, it looks more like cream on the architects computer screen

http://www.jameshardie.com/homeowner/products_siding_hardieplankLapSiding.py

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2-13-09_LAGANA_002

The next steps are to review the remaining renderings and make final suggestions.   Also, I just gave the go ahead to the architects to get started on the construction documents.

We have also applied for a “Soil Moving” permit from the town and county.  I will post the engineered site plan soon.

Friday, February 6, 2009

NJ Top Ten Architects

Our architects, BlueLine Architecture,  were named one of NJ’s Top Ten Architectural Firms.

“New Jersey
10 Top Architectural Firms

A truly great architect can translate their clients’ dreams into a magnificent new home or space with design choices that both stand the test of time and expertly match their owners’ personal lifestyles
and vision—all with the ease of a master. Each of the architects described here have their own unique
talents and strengths from an exceptional artistic eye and in-depth knowledge of the construction process to the ability to communicate effectively—all essential skills for a successful design project and long-term
relationship.”

Second Pass 3D Renderings

The Architect sent over more detailed renderings.

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2-4-09_LAGANA_005

2-4-09_LAGANA_007

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

First Pass 3D Rendering

The architects sent over a rendering of the facade.  This week Kathy and I have to choose the stone, color of siding and roofing materials.

1-29-09_LAGANA_003 

Some of the products we are thinking of using:

Stone: (we will actually use a real stone veneer, but this website has some really nice selections)

http://www.culturedstone.com/products/stone.asp

Siding:

http://www.jameshardie.com/homeowner/products_siding_hardieplankLapSiding.py?search_zipcode=retail

Roofing:

http://www.gaf.com/General/GafMain.asp?Silo=RES1&WS=GAF&App=ROOF&Force=shingle-lines.asp