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Meeting Notes (Jun 12, 2014)

GENERAL: 

1. We would like the windows to be closer together, sharing the frame. The smaller top windows, should stack right above the long rectangular windows on the bottom. Do this where applicable to keep the window style across the home look consistent. 

Examples:
(Option 1-preferred) http://www.houzz.com/photos/438772/Leftwich-Residence-contemporary-exterior-portland

(Option2) http://www.houzz.com/photos/316417/Edgewood-contemporary-family-room-san-francisco

MASTER BATH

1. Tim suggested having more windows in the master bedroom bath. We can potentially lower the master bath by creating a ceiling (with attic) or have two smaller window above the tub window. Creating a ceiling and adding 2 smaller windows both adds cost but the latter you get more lighting into the bathroom

Decision: Yes we will create 2 smaller windows above bath

2. Ceiling over master bedroom is 13 feet tall

MASTER BEDROOM

1. Tim suggested we bring the 4 large windows in the master bedroom all the way to the ground, down to 18 inches from the ground. Beyond 18 inches you need temper glass which will add cost. 

Decision: Yes we will go ahead and bring it down to 18 in. from the ground. 

BEDROOM 2 (west side)

1. Need to decide whether to raise the 2 windows higher of rmore privacy. Currently if someone is in the backyard, he can see into the room.

Decision: Yes let's raise it

GREAT ROOM:

1. Do we want the two small windows above the wall mounted TV? A strong glare will come into the room at sunset but for a short period of time and can be addressed by shades.

Decision: would like to remove those windows above the TV. Do not want to deal with the sun piercing in. We have to think about how to deal with the interior w/o those two windows. Do we have to create a fireplace element?  

2. The width of the TV must be no wider than 7 feet to fit above the fireplace

3. Talk to the contractors about celestory versus frame windows. 

KITCHEN: 

1. The ceiling is 12 feet tall

2. We would like rectangular windows above the cabinets as well as right above the counter top (below the cabinets) in lieu of a backsplash, on the East side only

3. Tim suggested doing exposed shelves on the north side, potentially over the windows so you can see through the items on the shelves to the outside

4. Tim said the windows on the North side will come all the way down to connect with the counter, so there will not be a backsplash

Meeting Notes (Jun 12, 2014)

Vince and I got on a call with Tim to review the roof plan and elevation plans. These are the notes I captured related to the roof plan. See Elevation Meeting notes for elevation related notes. 

1. We wanted a shed roof over a pitch roof for more of a contemporary look. After thinking about it more, Tim said that shed roof cost less to install versus a hip or pitch roof (cutting the metal to form the hip is more expensive to install)

2. Tim advised we do all the roof as shed roof versus a combination of pitch/hip and shed roof. This will keep it to a similar "theme" for contemporary

3. Armstrong Roofing - provides a new technology for insulating roofs (foam). We will not need to have attic and ceilings. Each room will have different tilts depending on the direction the roof is tilting. 

4. We need to be prepared there is a chance the Town of Danville will not approve of the shed roof. We need a default plan, perhaps go back to the pitch roof

OPEN ITEMS: 

1. Vince and Liwen need to think over the roof tilt over the front entry while Tim is out on vacation (6/12 - 6/29).  Do we want less of it (flat, appear like a T), or pitch, or something else?  Right now having the roof top tilted along with the exposed beams on the left and right sides appear unbalanced seems a bit weird to us. 

2. On the secondary garage, extend the EAST side of the roof to provide a barrier from rain while walking from garage to the front entry.