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CNC-Manufactured Framing Replaces Site-Built Custom Dormers
19 commentsQuestion: What do each of these carpentry disciplines have in common; millwork, windows, cabinets, doors and stairs? Answer: In the not-to-distant past, each of these tasks was performed on-site by highly skilled carpenters. New applications of digital capabilities assure more change is inevitable as shown here with CNC fabrication of complex roof-framing assemblies.
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Building A Modern Craftsman Staircase
4 commentsBuilding an exposed stringer staircase with reclaimed Long Leaf Pine is the job for a Master Carpenter. See my carpenter Darryl build this modern detailed staircase in a 1920's house my company remodeled.
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National Architecture Week
2 commentsCelebrating the Power of Design with a Beautiful Bungalow Remodel by Moore Architects
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Lessons From The Road
When designing your home don't be afraid to be unique or original.
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Fine Homebuilding is On Pinterest
2 commentsCheck out the Fine Homebuilding boards on Pinterest for design inspiration
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The Hazel River Cabin
See how one architect successfully transformed a historic 1794 toll keeper's log cabin into a unique, modern home.
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Mountain Porch Retreat
Our region has an extended outdoor season that the homeowners wanted to take full advantage of. The existing deck was not adequate for hosting large parties and had no covered space for protection...
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Lessons From a Small Studio
10 commentsWhat a well designed, small studio can teach us about designing better homes.
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A Fresh Take on Traditional Architecture
How a New England architect gives her traditionally inspired homes a contemporary look
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How To Use SketchUp's "Photo Match" Feature to Efficiently Design Remodeling Projects
See how importing digital photos into SketchUp can jump-start the design process and aid bidding and selling your next built-in cabinet project.
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Our New Design Blog
2 commentsWelcome to Fine Homebuilding's new blog, where we'll help you design inspiring homes.
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Woodshed House
1 commentThe woodshed started life in 1970 as an enclosure for garbage cans, trash burner and a wheel barrow. In 2008 I decided to make a shed to keep firewood dry and house other unsightly yard...
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Creating an Urban Oasis: A Green Live-Work Space Blooms on a Gritty City Lot
4 commentsRecycled shipping containers, energy-scrimping details and a sophisticated design sense create a handsome urban compound in a transitional neighborhood.
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Ranch Conversion
1 commentArchitectural interest was added to this ranch through an attached shed and gable dormer addition. Steep roofs are a Nantucket style. The trim was sized to match the existing housenbsp...
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A Victorian Porch Wins Our Outdoor Project Contest!
1 commentWith its beautiful period details and perfect proportions, this adaptation of an original 19th century porch won our latest gallery challenge by a landslide.
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Victorian (Queen Ann) Style Curved Porch {Mangaris}
3 commentsHi. My name is Cliff Audet and I wanted to enter this porch that my crew and I built for my own house. The old porch was rotten beyond repair, so when we replaced it using the same details, we added...
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Hillsdale NY raised ranch - unranching
1 commentThis project began for two reasons: the house had no clear entrance and the 30 year old siding was falling off. Then we decided to add new windows, a screened porch and a 3rd floor loft to take...
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MORE Westchester Waterfront
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Westchester Waterfront Residence
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Wood Sickness
7 commentsWhen the hunt for a particular species of wood takes you through a maze of old barns and homes, something isn't quite right. Am I alone?
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How to Paint Fiber-Cement Siding
Painter Jim Lacey shares some tips for caulking and painting fiber-cement siding. read more
