I was asked by a contractor to make a plan of an existing structure. Another builder had done a very poor job of constructing the frame of this home. It did not meet the codes in many ways. I was being asked to provide plans to help the engineers see exactly what was done, and how to correct it.

I did not design this home, but I enjoyed working on this project. The home has a very interesting design. The flat roof was intended for a green roof. This is a roof with vegetation on top of a water proof membrane. The clients enjoyed telescopes, and this type of roof reduces the effect of radiant heat coming off the roof and distorting the view of the stars. Interesting!

I climbed all over the entire structure measuring everything and documenting it with my camera. By noting the location of the photos on the plans, I provided a thorough documentation of every structural member and connection. The engineer was very pleased because the information was so thorough he did not need to see the structure in person. Of course this saved the client a lot of money. But I enjoyed seeing this unique home.

New Homes I have Designed
Remodeling Projects I have Designed.
My Procedures for Designing and Planning

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Richard C. MacCrea
Home Planner

For a written proposal, including the cost of plans, make a free, no obligation appointment.

Email Richard
P.O. Box 446, Murphy, North Carolina 28906-0446
(828) 837-5787

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Other Pages on this Web Site
The Mountain Home Show, Home Page and Site Map (How to find what you're looking for)
Detailed information about the home show (For guests and exhibitors)
Articles (About designing, building and remodeling a mountain home)
The Mountain Model Home (An experimental home that is extremely energy efficient)
The Mountain Model Cabin (A very small mountain cabin designed to sleep four comfortably)
Construction Diary (The joys and frustrations of building these two model homes)
Home Designing and Planning (How to get great plans for building or remodeling your home)

How to Contact The Mountain Home Show
Email Us (Questions about The Mountain Home Show or Your Mountain Home Project)
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Appreciation......
The Mountain Home Show owes its success to the businesses that participate in the show. They arrange such wonderful exhibits. It is obvious that they take great pride in their work and our show.

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