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Great job Don, my suggestion on the sliding ventilation windows below the picture window would be the ventilation windows should go on top of the picture window that way no pests, rodents or snakes have a chance to enter, or from a security stand point to prevent a unwanted intruder!
And heat rises so ventilating higher is better.
Great advice
Great job , Good planning I know you're going to love it
Some houses make use of windows in both low and high locations.
@@brian_abroad I built a small building, small windows and the bottom of the wall, matching size at the very top. Worked great.
Note from an architectural designer: it looks like your windows are too high off the floor! They do not provide safe egress in case of fire. Fire code maximum height for bedroom window sill is 44", and while you don't need to comply with code, those rules were developed for good reason. Very high windows catch a lot more of the early- and late-heat energy and overheat the space. That's why windows are generally vertically oriented and the wide-and-high Mid-century designs have been abandoned. Kitchen windows are typically installed 6" above countertop height. Counters are 3', so the kitchen window sill should be at 42" finished sill height, (not the 48" or so height that it looks like you taped out) which means the rough opening should be about 40" or 41" from the floor (depending on how beefy your window frame is - consult the manufacturers' literature). When the windows are too high you lose the foreground of the view which destroys some of the perspective and foreshortens the view. Since you have extraordinary views, I strongly urge you to follow architectural tradition and place window sills in public rooms between 24" to 36" above the floor, and about 36" to 42" above the floor in bedrooms. ALL the windows should line up on the top at 80" in line with the top of the door frames; i.e., with rough openings framed at 82". When all of the doors and windows line up on top, you vastly simplify siding installation, even with vertical siding styles. Unless you use these time-honoured traditional dimensions you will have a much harder time fitting interior finishes, exterior finishes and flashings, curtains, etc. A 4' tall window with top lined up at 80" has a sill height of 32". Very comfortable and traditional. A 3' tall window suitable for a bedroom has a sill height of 44", which is pushing it on the sill height. That's why I specify 40" bedroom windows for a much more comfortable finished sill height of only 40". The standards (all windows and doors line up at the top at 80") represent hard-won rules for framing views and providing attractive designs derived from centuries of building experience. Window placement is very important, very expensive, and quite irreversible. My bet is that you'll kick yourself if you don't use more traditional window placement. They're traditional for good reason! I love what you're doing and I'm cheering you on every step of the way. But in this one design area I urge you to defer to centuries of architectural wisdom - set all of the windows so the top of the windows line up with the top of the doors; use standard sill heights that maximise light while minimising heat gain; and standard window placement and size to simplify siding and interior finishes installation. You're doing a great job of locating the windows for views. And I may be thrown off a bit by the blue tape and video perspective; but I'm convinced that the bedroom windowsills are too high and the kitchen window is set too high, as well. Best of luck to you - I'm cheering you on from California.
Ah, could tell you're from California. He's NOT building there. Not even sure they have building codes in the desert !
i despise the window height that mine are set at, way to low and only can see my yard when standing and looking out them.....when i complained to a friend who is a commercial painter he told me it was the architect who speced them........i have been replacing them as money allows to what is more usable as a window to look outside. Does a wall with no windows meet fire code? A window is an addition, put them where they work for you and if you need fire escape then by all means do that also.
That was useful. Thanks. I forgot about lining up with the height of a standard door.
Frank Lloyd Wright would have disagreed with your comments. I agree the kitchen window and bedroom windows are too high. Lower them. I am a big fan of ventilating kitchen window, especially for cooking.
But Don, also consider roll down or roll up louvers for the big windows on the exterior to protect them from blowing debris. Also add some blocking above the big windows as nailing surfaces in case you want to install shades or drapes. Because your home is custom, you can always cut a hole in a wall and change dimensions of windows even when the house is done. I resized every window in my 1926 sea cottage and there were 36 windows! Look online at some window designs and also study Frank Lloyd Wright window placement. It is worth it. Great work, Don!
With no expertise whatsoever my initial (common sense) thought from seeing the windows is that some are too high
man don I sure did underestimate you when you first started out you sure do kick butt this is one of the most amazing things I have seen a man do by himself in my life time and I am a old man you sure do go after what you want in life I just can not wait to see you kicking back on your porch enjoying all your hard work you have a very wonderful place I just love it. Semper Fi to you don.you are one stand up man I sure have enjoyed watching you in action. thank you for sharing. wishing you the best.
A 1/4 inch per foot 🦶 is great for driveways and patios
However more is better for roofs and awnings .
I always enjoy watching your progress 👍
I have a 4x8 foot window with sliders on each side and fixed in the middle
I agree. I dont think that will drain properly with heavy monsoon rain. 2:12 is probably the lowest he should go
any slope is better than no slope..
Plumbing drains are 1/4 inch per ft (1 inch per 4 ft or 1/4 bubble)
It's enough to keep the toilet from backing up...
@@fhuber7507 💩 Flows downhill and payday is on Friday
Question? What do you have to know to be a plumber ? LoL 😂
Awesome sauce...
Two 18 in windows requires a couple windows above the level of your head ... Somewhere!
Hot air rises and cool air settles premise !
Having lived in Tucson for over 15yrs my experience with the (summer) heat in a home the west side of the house needs lots of shade and few windows. Your idea of those 2 lower windows will not allow the ceiling heat to escape (but your fan might do the job). I remember looking at very old homes near the Mex. border and to escape the heat they built hallways with very high ceilings and vents at each end. They were like 12-15 feet high ceilings. Living rooms were also built that way, even in adobe homes. My Dad was a building contractor and we worked on several older homes (on a side note) that also had sahuaro rib ceilings, very beautiful and eye-catching. They would also paint the upper borders of the walls with various patterns.
mine are 9 feet the house was built in 1919 its a pain in the butt to heat
Yes. Also, long wall of the structure should be orientated perpendicular to the South. In other words, long side of the building should run along East-West access. Simple orientating the building will reduce winter/summer heating/cooling bills 15-20% and keep the home much more comfortable. Unfortunately, I think his building's long side seems to be running North-South access.
Don, I have two 4x6 slider windows, purchased at Lowes. I was not able to use them for my house build. Would love to have them used! They are now wrapped in tarps. Am located a bit west of Tucson.
remember that a bedroom window is an emergency exit in case of fire. As mention before when you do frame where windows go put scraps of 2 by x each side to give room to attach drapery hardware into a solid wood base rather than depend on hollow wall hangers.
Not super fun, but not really annoying.
But 45 years ago I made a 48 inch round single pedestal table in high school wood shop.
I still use that table every day.
I made presentation flag display boxes for people retiring from the Navy. Free junk wood, milled to make it look like I bought the best the lumber yard had.
Woodworking is just easy for me.
1:02 Agree with you on those tape rollers! Drives me nuts! 🤣
Ya might want to put masking tape down on the floor - for interior stud walls. Prior to any cutting! Make sure the walls and windows and all studs wall will be appropriate distances apart. Once cut - it is hard to replace! But, I know that you know this. So, happy you are enjoying a process that I willnever be able to do. :)
How about a slider door next to your dining room table.... patio/balcony for an herb garden......? Just a yummy thought!
There are lots of videos online on how to ventilate homes in the south west. One thing I see a lot is putting a low vent on the cool side of house (north)and a high vent on the hot side(south). It creates a natural air flow by temperature difference. If you put windows down low you want them to be tempered glass so the glass does get broke easily.
And is required by building code.
@@lynnleavitt478 this is Cochise county codes are lax
@@lynnleavitt478 Some parts of the southwest don't have many building codes, though.
@@dper1112 Yeah, where he is you can sign waivers and build without most code enforcement. Small building only though, if I understand correctly.
Maybe put some closable vents above the windows and a couple in the ceiling to let out some hot air, attic vents will help, maybe a solar fan up there.
Don - for your picture window you could have the kind that have a large middle section that is just glass and have the two casement windows on each side. (Those are the kind with the crank opening that open the window outward.) Also, I agree with others that the kitchen window is a little too high.
Exactly, was my reply, I have one that has only one casement now, but grew up with two of them, good thinking EM
I think the kitchen window is too high as the bottom is too far up. Looking out sometimes you might want to see in the yard batter. Also north windows too
the most natural background sound has got to be hands down your water fall ,you were just the perfect distance in front of it..Thank you so much Mr Don,Sir Dessert Packrat..😮😂😂❤🎉😊
Thanks for the kind input. Very helpful.
Hi Don! I love the quick progress you are making with the new house. It will be an extremely welcoming place. With reference to the orientation of the windows, I would prioritize the east and the north. Attending the torrid Arizona summer, it will be very hot inside. If you want to prioritize the views, another solution would be to make a double terrace. One on each side. Have a nice day Don!
Thanks for all of the input Andrew!
Don, might reconsider the large west facing window. There will be no practical way to block direct (hot) summer evening sun from blasting you inside the home through a west facing window. North facing windows can be protected from daytime summer sun by an appropriate overhang that will shade the windows during the day when the sun is high and hot in summer. In winter the sun will be low and should be able to penetrate the roof overhang to warm up the house through the south facing windows. But this technique does not work with a low westerly sun, which you will get a few hours of ever day in the summer. I think you will regret that westerly facing window in your climate. If you want the view, put a camera outside and display the image on a monitor on the wall. That way you get the view without the unbearable heat.
Just maybe our 'Don Juan Dessert Packrat' is planning a ground level area(patio')for the full length of his west wall,that sure would take care of the late evening heat difficulty.
Love the outline of the windows setup, The only part that I am not a fan of is the sliding ventilation windows below the main window. I'm not really sure what options may be available but maybe the windows above the main window ( like Davidpaine4047) suggested or some sort of vents that will keep it looking stylish.
Don: I would consider a 4X6 window that has 2 small side sliders on each end. I'm just thinking the bottom windows you are placing below the picture window are going to push out the coldest air in the house during the summer, that is the air closest to the ground. Love your channel, so much fun seeing a guy my age doing the same crazy stuff that I do, blessings.
Great point Mark. Will change that up. Thanks.
I like that you always ask for opinions of a project & those responding are polite in reply.
Doing great Don 💖👵🏻👩🌾❣️
Thanks Dee. Some very nice people visit this channel for sure.
I hope u get more subs fast. I really like this channel and the fact that you are so knowledgeable and DOING IT YOURSELF! Just commendable! 😃😃👏🏻👏🏻🏠
Super kind comments. Thanks Dallas.
Keep in mind that you will be very close to the ceiling with the height of your windows....I would bring them all down a foot. Maybe???.Your home will be such a great place! Good job!
Yes, down a foot
Yep adjusting them now.
This was fun to watch -- to see you imagining where you'll cook and eat your meals, relax on the porch and watch the sun go down, etc. (Blue is my favorite color too. What will be the main exterior color of your house?) I'm a huge an of ceiling fans and cross-ventilation breezes ... and the mini-split for when it's 90+ degrees during the summer. I agree with the suggestions made re the sliding windows going above your picture windows since heat rises (and for safety). Great progress -- loving watching it! 🙂
Ceiling fan is definitely going to happen Michelle. Thanks as always for watching.
Kitchen window needs to be 4’ high sliding window from counter top up. Open to outside cantilevered 14” counter. Will serve two purposes, one to serve food to guests outside and two, to see wildlife at your window eating what you place there.
We had that type of setup growing up, that I really miss.
I remember sparrows landing there and hand feeding them.
Also raccoons eating the cat food with me inside the closed window 2 feet away.
Don, I found your videos at the right time.
My dream of many years is to buy land and build my own home with minimal help, just like you’re doing, though in the forest, not in the desert. I did used to frame houses back in the early 90s so I have a little bit of experience with construction.
I’m a hair under 50 years old and I have been worried that I’m going to be too old to do it by myself when I’m finally financially able to do so, even though I’m currently in good health.
Your journey has been inspiring and uplifting to say the least!
Cheers 🍻
Hike, run, be active outdoors and make your physique feel like its been challenged and with good fortune working hard past 65 is no big one. Thanks so much for watching.
I`m no builder Don but it looks to me that your well on your way to producing a well vented and bright big home .I like the configuration and also like the idea of the sliding windows and door.
Admittedly, I had my doubts in the beginning of all this when first subbed long ago… But I must say you are kicking ass now! Congratulations. Most impressive for one man and especially at our age. Respect, sir… That was always my dream to build out there also, but you actually are doing it, and well ! 😊
A porch is an essential part of a home. On my style of house, the standard porch was not deep enough to be used comfortably; so, I added a porch that was 10 feet deep. 10X20
Great to see the job coming on pretty good it’s going to be great when finished extra heavy duty home you will like the more room
Two windows in the master bedroom facing both east and west will mean that room is always in the sun and having solar gain. Might be ok in a cold climate, but in the desert sounds like a recipe for disaster and a ton of cooling to keep things at bay. The porch on the house (not sure if it is west or east) will mitigate the issue for one side but it may be a good idea to plan on putting an overhang (or other thing like a pergola) on the side without the porch to help with cooling in the summer.
It might be a good idea to put a big window on the southern side if possible to take advantage of the lower sun angle during the winter to pick up that extra solar gain. Plus adding a southerly window with an appropriate overhang will block the sun during the summer while allowing sun in during the winters.
Pls give some consideration to: 1. heat rises; 2. summer sun from the west will be really hot, so a sufficient overhang will stop the sun from penetrating into the home (at least until sunset. There are calculators online for sun angles.
Look forward on how you will make the frames to receive the manufactured windows.
Wind flow is important, good job! Did you ever think you would be a TV star? lol God Bless and thanks for sharing.
Its pretty fun being recognized in restaurants and at Lowes and Home Depot etc. People are very nice.
Hi Don, you're making great progress! I hope the rain holds off until you get your roof. I worry about water finding its way under your subfloor into the insulation cavities.
Thanks Eric. I will put down a tarp or something to stop that.
Don, I would urge you to consider a set of good quality French doors vs a sliding door. Almost every sliding unit I ever had to deal with eventually developed problems, not to mention that the track needs constant cleaning since the track traps dirt. Desert , lots of sand and dirt! Dan S. From Michigan and Texas
Will consider french doors. Screens have to be good though. I get no end to flies here.
Windows, a tricky part for sure! I always think about replacement costs if one should get broken. So I usually only deal in standard sizes. Since living out West (for 2 years now), I think of direction for high winds as well as hail. (Not sure if that is a problem where you live ). I also want screens on all windows to keep out bugs. If you are able, having a talk with a professional might be worthwhile. Perhaps Lowes or Home Depot offers free design help etc. in their store? I do love your vision Don! 😀🥰
Don, another thought, maybe some large roof overhangs would help to shade and cool your desert home. Dan S. from Michigan and Texas
Still a work in progress here. Lots of food for thought. Thanks.
Howdy Don,i know your an avid birder and i like watching birds also.so have you considered when windows are across from each other,birds will see it as a flight path and fly into windows.many die from head injury.i had to paint mine with flat black head light tint,and no birds fly into windows anymore.just something to consider.peace mate.
Yes definitely considered birds James. I use UV (purple) decals that stay on windows with static cling. Have known about them for over 10 years.
I think you need more ventilation. If you want the fixed windows for the views, compensate with a whole house fan? Also rethink the 5’ slider. A set of French doors will give you a larger opening if needed for moving furniture in and out and better ventilation if both doors are open. Windows is where you’ll want to spend the $ on good ones. If the good windows are too much think about putting the framing in the wall so your ready when you can afford them.
Skylight(s) openable with hand crank opener and/or fixed transparent/translucent skylights in opposite areas of dwelling's ceiling/roof.
Overheating is such a big issue down there. Maybe most people would avoid skylights because of that.
Hi, I admire your work and enthusiasm, I agree with the windows adjustments, also I suggest putting awning over the windows you said that the sunshine is intense and creates lots of heat.
Great suggestion Carol. Going to do that.
Hopefully you choose double glazing. Believe me, it is well worth the extra expense. We live in a similar climate here in OZ. And I have no air conditioner, and a small wood heater that gets too bloody hot lol.
Oh and cross ventilation is the key.
Go consult with a local architect on your local climate! I have seen to many DYI homes on You Tube and wonder what were they thinking when they built it. You are doing a good job.
The lower sliding windows under the large fixed picture window is such a good idea! If you have a low window on the shady side of a house, and an open window high on a wall in another part of the house, as the house heats up, the hot air will rise out of the higher window, which will cause cooler air to be sucked in from the lower windows. It's a brilliantly effective passive idea, and can cool a house down fairly quickly in the late afternoon and early evening, and not nearly enough people take the time to do it.
Don, I just subbed to your channel. You remind me so much of my late business partner. You're doing amazing work! I love it! Thank you for letting us follow along.
Thanks so much for the sub and for joining me here.
FYI, you are creating a “Story Pole” which is typical used when building in a developed neighborhood. You are really doing well by your thoughtful reasoning. An idea some use is to tape rooms, hallways, furniture, the kitchen and dining room. Ceiling fans and/or Fantastic Fans might be useful for evacuating hot air.
I’m not an expert on building, but I’d say with the sliding windows, doors, and those howling winds yea you’ve got ventilation a plenty!
I sucessfully added a window thru a finished wall. Afterwards l gained a ton of confidence towards any construction project.
Don l am sure learning curves are out there but nevertheless no doubt you will tackle them as they come.
Good luck youtube friend.
Thanks so much for the encouragement.
More windows, but: they need to be very good because of winter 🎉😊
I think your videos are awesome. I like the way you set up your windows, keep up your great work
Danny M
Thanks so much DanRay.
Looking good, great progress. My only suggestion would be a 6’ patio door instead of 5’ and a complete wrap around deck/porch for chasing or hiding from the sun and wind. Love the video and God bless.
Mate. You may need to look into passive heating. Ie the winter sun can stream into the house but summer sun can't.
Looking good Don ! 😁👍
I survived a house fire so I always pay attention to escape routes. I think all windows should open and be large enough to crawl out of.
I like an exterior door out of every room someone might be sleeping in, for that exact reason--which is considered overkill for most people--but it sure is convenient, in an emergency! :)
If your level has four hash marks on the vials, the outside two will show you 1/4" pitch. 1/4" is what they use for rain gutters.
I'm not an expert but I was thinking the windows might be a little high on the walls. I've enjoyed watching your hard work on you property! It's going to be awesome when it's done. 😊
Looking good Don 👍 watching you from Cebu, Philippines 🌴
You might well make yourself a story pole. One piece of 1x1 with measure marks, every 6 inches, critical measures (top of window, sill, rough frame opening), etc. marked in RED.
Find an old school carpenters folding ruler!
Just a suggestion
Maybe lay out the kitchen counter /sink/ back splash...
Just my opinion.....
But the kitchen sink window bottom looks a bit high
And maybe a little narrow
Sinks can be 36" wide...
Just my opinion...
I believe that you are 69 I'm 78 and you inspire me I have a older 32 ft motor home and looking for maybe one or two acres that I can stay in the RV while I very slowly set up a shed to convert into living quarters I am a novice plumber carpenter and I
Yep 69 last month! Heading towards the big 7 0 LOL
First and thanks for sharing your experience
we put a 4'x4' window over the sink , we love it. great for bird watching
We love lots of south-facing windows in the winter! (Passive solar warmth) 😌👍🏼
Any windows on that side?
Don when you place your windows sit down and make sure you can see out of them without having to raise up to see out. And same thing with the. railing on the porch. Make sure you can see over the railing when sitting down.
Good tips Marilyn. Thanks for watching.
Hi Don, I agree with a lot of people put windows on the side of the large windows that open. Also, the egress concept and your bedroom is very important. You should have the right type of window for that. Also, I agree with people French doors give more ventilation and also for bringing in furniture in and out also, have you considered put a whole wraparound porch around the entire building that way you can have shade over all the windows also,the idea having windows high for ventilation on the sunny side in windows down, lower on the side, not in the sun something to consider, but I also agree with the people saying worry about having Windows too low letting in creatures. Also, do you have a dog or cat at some point you might need to have a pet door, please remember screen all windows and doors. You don’t want bug, promise you you’ll hate them. Also concerned about what you do in Highwinds and sidewise wind and rain think about putting wooden shutters for protection? Ask so concern there is not enough roof slop plus gutters for monsoon water catchment? Are you going double pain or triple pain glass? You might want to consider putting in glaze or have tinted windows from the sunshine so not ruin your art, wooden floors, and furniture inside from the sun glare/baking through your big windows and doors? Also like the idea of an outdoor shelf on the kitchen window so if you want to pass food through if you’re using your porch for cookout or something is a great idea. And the architects note to use the same height around the entire building of windows and doors heights so it looks uniform is something to consider? Lots to figure out and meet building codes? Good luck and keep with in your budget.
Kitchen window might be a little high. Love what you are doing.
I agree. Need to adjust this.
Big windows in Your neck of the woods will cook you in the summer. I’ve always lived and built in the north but that porch pitch seems way to flat .Best of luck on your big house, thanks
Another thought…we had an antique sm house that had an attic fan…when you flipped the switch it opened a vent in the ceiling and pulled air all thru the house it was amazing and cool like AC!
Great as usual Don! ❤
Thanks so much Judy!
We have in our livingroom, 3 windows - middle is 3'wx4'tall and two 2'wx4'tall windows either side that crank open. They are pretty good for views and ventilation.
Great video. Still waiting to get my septic installed. Should be in soon.
It’s going to be wonderful! I was wondering if all the sand with the wind will become a real headache with SLIDING windows and doors? There are crank out windows with interior screens for the ventilation or other windows….ventilation up high is better than too low?
I wish that I had some money to hire some builders to help you Don.
Oh Well keep chugging along mate
Don, on the mini split, you might look at signature solar ac/dc mini split it actually runs off of solar panels or ac. With all the sun you have it might be just the ticket. Four or five solar panels and you have a/c or heat. Fairly inexpensive also. Have a blessed week.
You're very welcome!
I love that pitch level device! Very keen. So smart and simple. Discovering things like that are so fun. Take care!
Hopefully you see this before any cutting gets done.. I think most of your windows are up way to high.. I wish I had specified that for my cabin the bottoms of the windows be no more than 3 feet from the floor.. Now when I am sitting on the couch if I want to look out the window I need to raise myself up.. (pita)
Yep adjusting them as we speak Robert and no nothing cut yet.
Hi It! Using blue tape to visualize the view is just brilliant. A working drawing made on a drawing board would not have worked in the same way. A bit unsure about blue framing as it might take the shine off the beautiful blue mountains in the background. You deserve all small and large gifts.
14:15 I think the kitchen window looks a tad on the small size and it also sits kind of high in the wall...
Are you going with dual pane windows? I can't feel any heat when I put my hand next to the dual panes. The only reason I don't open the windows much is dust. Yep, it comes through the screens pretty easily, too. But, out where you are, especially on a rain day, the fragrant desert will fill your house with the best scent ever. I've got no experience with anything you are doing. It sure is enjoyable to see the open desert w/o any obstructions, mountains all around. Million dollar views! Keep up the great work and well thought out job you're doing. You realize you'll need to plan for a large party once you are finished right?!! (maybe put a gas BBQ on your wish list). Divertirse! (a little spanish for ya)
Don you can order the trusses with the porch side even with the wall....then all you'll need is a header for the porch rafters.
When you sheet the roof it will be continuous to the end of the porch.
Great idea radio boy. Trusses will be installed soon! Stay tuned...
hey Don... you may wanna check building codes. They could have rules about windows. Also; on the bedroom wall. the one with no windows, i would put a 14x40 slider for light and cross vent... great work, friend
It's better to have vent windows high up, rather than low down. The heat collects up high, and you want to let it out. They should be over your windows rather than below. Also, you're going to want to put furniture down low. It'll block the air and make your legs cold in the window.
I hope all is going well in Az for Don!
Hi Debra, thanks for asking. Super busy here but doing great.
I am no carpenter, by any stretch of any imagination, but won't having those vent windows directly below that big honking window diminish the strength of the framing of that wall? I imagine the windows themselves are pretty strong what with the headers, etc, but I will be looking forward to what transpires to disprove my theory. At any rate, you are an inspiration to your fellow seniors.
Nice and informative video, Don! Your humor is infectious! Great work and keep learning! Veteran Charlie. :-)
I have windows on all 4 sides of my cabin.. I find that "most" of the time I open the North and the South ones for ventilation..
The prevailing breeze and wind around here is from the south..
Thanks Robert. Severe cold winds come from the south here of all things. North winds are rare overall of any type.
I'm not a builder. One thought that might or might not be helpful. Second sliding door on opposite side of house (instead of fixed window plus two small sliders combination)? Maybe easier and a little less expensive to build and could provide the option of minimum or maximum ventilation? Might be less secure though.
Here in Maine lol and at some time moving to Cochise county Don
In the living room, I would recommend maximizing windows and deck doors. The area is beautiful, so you probably want to see it a lot. Even if a deck door doesn't have a deck, it is great for views and ventilation. Is there any reason the kitchen window is so short? If it's over the sink, it could easily be taller.
Is there any reason not to have windows on the south wall? Even a small one would bring in a lot of natural light. In the summer, the noon sun will be high overhead, so if you have a large gable end, it won't be shining on south windows. The sun would shine on them some earlier and later in the day, but that's true of east and west windows, too.
If you can make your eaves and gable ends extra long (let's say 3 feet), that will help keep the sun off the windows and walls, which will help reduce some of the heat. People often try to cut costs by going with short overhangs, but it's worth doing the math to see exactly how much money a smaller roof saves now, knowing that a larger roof reduces future cooling costs. Well, passive solar is a fun and practical topic. :-)
Excellent video, Good knowledge 1/4" per feet
Glad it was helpful! Super important to get that part right.
wow, its really going fast now. I really look forward to these videos every week. Your mountain views are really great, i love watching both sunrises and sunsetsand you have definitely found a way to catch them.
Two windows at bottom will only give you 30" of open window and a 12" in bed room not enough breeze for the desert living . Pulse structurely will be super week walls . Better rethink your layout . We don't want your home to blow over in high winds.
It's been 3 long weeks since your last video. Hoping all is well. Love and miss your content.
Thanks for such kind words. New video as we speak!
They all look great but the kitchen window should be bigger and taller. Not everyone will be as tall as you are. Would be nice. For others to see out. I would have the window meet just above the countertop
I would put another window at the very very far side of your kitchen, that wall that you don’t have a window.
"disobedient tape" lol. I was worried you had the mountain behind the angle of two walls, but I see you've got mountains in both windows, lovely. Love the window over the sink, that's a yes. I wish the big glass slider were french doors instead, the opening can be twice as large, lots more breeze. But then what about the screening... you've probably thought that all out already. You are making so much progress!
i would do floor vents and some up high to get natural cool to hot transfer of heat and wind. plus on the west end i wouldnt put any windows due to heat transfer in the summer afternoons. even if you spend a fortune on windows with all the bells and whistles u will still heat up that room in the summer afternoon.have u considered over sizing the eaves on the west end to delay the sun on that wall causing heat transfer?