Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 10, 2014

We knew that the bulk of the main and upper floor air handling was contained in a low roof that we were “planning” to turn into an out-door deck. In the end it seemed that all parties came to a solution that would allow for an outdoor deck and a proper air supply. 1:45pm Bob and I were left to measure the house.

Architecture 95

Architecture San Jose Decking Meeting 95

Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

This is technically a “floating” slab because the slab floor isn’t poured integrally with the grade beam walls. There is quite a bit of steel in this house – it’s to accommodate the uninterrupted spans that we have as well as the walls that are entirely made up of floor to ceiling glass.

Decking 85

Decking Flooring Standards Architecture 85

Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 13, 2013

This is the project that I will be featuring as we go through the design, construction document, and construction process. On the right hand side of the image above is the master bedroom wing and deck. Since I’ve come over to the office, we are in the process of changing a bunch of the existing standards.

Software 86

Software Standards Decking Policies 86