New Plans are in the Works

I met with the clients - and a new plan is in our drafting department. The size didn't change too much - just the style. The clients had a friend in the engineering business - who reviewed their building site and came up with many different proposals until the clients were happy with the ultimate design.

The site is not going to be the easiest - since there is a steep slope at the point of the road. The driveway will be long and the foundation of the house is set to serve somewhat as a retaining wall.

While most of the site is treed, we need to clear some trees from the front part of the property. Obviously, I'm concerned with clearing trees and how that reflects on "green building" - but it's a necessity in this case. We'll strive to save as many of the trees as possible.

NEW UPDATE

Good afternoon, all.

Just a heads-up that I have an appointment late tomorrow afternoon with the clients - to review their new house plan. Look for an update with current status in short order!!

The Latest...

Good morning! I was getting a bit worried - as I was hearing less from the Clients on the progress of this house. It turns out that they were very concerned with the costs that they'd likely face trying to build on their lot.

We've been told by an engineer that the lot would be "challenging" - and the Client's engineer friend confirmed that. The steepness of the lot meant the design of some retaining walls, etc. - some which could have been VERY HIGH!! There was a brief consideration of finding a different lot. However, late last week, the Client informed me that he has a solution that is encouraging for his lot. I expect to meet with them shortly!!

A new house plan is still in the works...