Our final project was to take all of our Revit skills and construct our home out of foam board. We cut our board to a 1/2"=1' scale with interior walls, exterior walls, roof, porch roof, and floor. We then took our Revit elevation views and pasted them to our walls. We used glue and metal pins which I hurt myself on multiple occasions with to keep our walls together. I then secured my home to cardboard and added terrain to match the area. This included rough bursh, fine brush, and gravel. Please enjoy this model because I put alot of effort into it!

Foundation Plan

My foundation plan consisted of two beams along the long side of the home with 16 inch on center joists between them. The surrounding structure was covered in a 12" lap siding trim to weather proof and decorate. Cement blocks were used as a footer under the ground being connected to the pier. A total of 18 piers were used between the main structure and the added porch. This use of stability and efficientcy creates a low costing foundtation plan to support the home.

Revit Floor Plan

Once I obtained basic Revit skills we designed our home in this 3D fashion. The main roof was designed with Asphault Shingles with the smaller porch roof hanging in an outward position. The wood, tile, and carpet flooring was added above the plywood subfloor on the inside of the house, along with cabinets, the stove, sinks, the toilet, and bathtub. The exterior of the house was outfitted with plasterboard siding and a trim along the base. Stairs and the piers were added in order to give the house its height as it lies on a grass topsurface.

Plumbing Plan

Plumbing fixtures and pipes are what bring water and essentials to the home. My plumbing plan effectively brings cold and hot water to the home and then waste out of it. Water goes to the kitchen sink, refrigerator, washing machine, bathtub, water closet, and lavatory. Vents are added to all the drains inside the walls. A legend is added to help understand the water flow and colored pipes show what is being transported.

Electrical Plan

Electricity is vital to the nature of the home. I added functioning lights that would move from room to room seamlessly. Upon entering the room, the ability to turn both the kitchen and living room lights at the same time is given. Also the circuits are done so that the lights in each of the rooms can be turned on individually. Power outlets and prevalent and hidden in the home for function without being seen. Most of the lighting throughout the house is circular nickle plated frosted lights. The kitchen has dual tri-lighting to maximize lighting. Hanging exterior lights were also added to the porch by means of look and exterior lighting.

Not So Big House

The Not So Big House is a cultural movement revolutionizing the way homes are being built today. Variations of height in the ceilings change the habitats of the rooms. It's the "feel" of the home which is important, not the size. The experience of the room in it's three dimensions resides in the home. Visual weight can be used to change perceptions. Smooth, light colors add size and dark textured areas cut off mobility. Framed openings add new entries to rooms giving distinct characteristics which play integrating functions quietly. Weaving of themes, variations, personal touches, and lifestyle patterns that creates a whole that's profoundly satisfying.

Light Study Revisions

Upon studying the light percentages and floorplan, changes were made to the Rogue Architecture House. The range and sink switched places and a window was added to the exterior wall in the kitchen above the sink. The bathroom was completely redone. The bathtub was moved to the top corner of the room, the water closet along the right exterior wall, and the lavatory on the bottom exterior wall. The door was also moved slightly for a better fit. A small window was also added above the water closet for better light and air circulation in the room.