The crit on Friday was really helpful.  As an Option Three, it’s always nice to see the great work of those who have more experience then I do.  I had thought of many of the things that I could / should have included in my drawings, but ultimately they didn’t make it on to the board on Friday.

I have notes to include a large north arrow, to include a cross and stack ventilation diagram, to further express my sustainable strategies, and the opportunity to showcase a few key details that really make the space “nice.”  I’m going to explore the front porch space – how that might be truly inviting but also a little bit private.  I’d like to study the window sills – would it be possible to incorporate a bench below a few key windows?  I also need to study basic floor construction.  I like the idea of exposed joists, but I wonder if that space would be better used as space for additional insulation.  I’m also thinking about the stair, what simple yet beautiful rail detail I could include there.

I’m excited to get cooking on this final presentation.  I want to explore incorporating words / inspiration on my boards.  Until now, my final boards have been largely graphics centered, and I’d like to include the inspirational words of Teddy Cruz and others this go around.