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Carpenter's Introduction to 3D Modelling

TheTimberTailor, member | February 25th, 2013

Are you intimidated by 3D modelling? Get past your initial hesitation and frustration by beginning with some basics. Begin your 3D apprenticeship by building a hundred horses.

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Self-Taught MBA: Are You Ready for Building Information Modeling?

FPR, contributor | February 15th, 20134 comments

Building information modeling (BIM) is the next evolution of CAD, involving the five-dimensional generation and management of digital plans. This post, written by my colleague Kristin Dispenza, introduces a new product specifically for small firms.

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Serious Fun: A Craftsman Enters a New Century

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | January 25th, 2013

Optimizing space in this 230 sq.ft. kitchen-bath remodel took a bit of hustle. Lots of light, playful colors, clever details and a great sense of fun made it all work.

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Claw Foot Bath Tub = Up Dated Bathroom

vanstonew, member | January 14th, 2013

This remolded / updated bathroom started with the claw foot tub that my friend gave me. The claw foot tub was bigger than the old tub, so I had to redsign the bathroom (this is my house) in order to...

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Estate Home Project, 7500 sq. ft. on two acres with pool

CelticCustoms, member | November 28th, 20121 comment

The main house has a wine cellar, media room, marble flooring, custom trimwork, plasterwork, and custom cabinets throughout. Exterior is stucco and stone with wood windows, copper facia and copper...

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Working Model: Quick Results from an Unrefined SketchUp Drawing

TheTimberTailor, member | July 17th, 20125 comments

This video series shows how an unrefined 3D SketchUp model will help get quick answers to design and dimension questions.

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The Professor's House

RYagid, senior editor | March 28th, 2012

A University of Oregon professor designed her family home to respect its steep, natural setting.

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How to Submit Your Project Plans

FHBdotcom, editor | January 6th, 20122 comments

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Durango House Rendering

hargraveshomes, member | October 26th, 2011

We are excited to have this rendering of the house we designed. It was created by Elwood Cooke of Cooke Studios- Dunkirk, Maryland. It truly captures the essence of what we are trying to...

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Lessons From a Small Studio

RYagid, senior editor | October 5th, 201110 comments

What a well designed, small studio can teach us about designing better homes.

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Our New Design Blog

RYagid, senior editor | August 30th, 20112 comments

Welcome to Fine Homebuilding's new blog, where we'll help you design inspiring homes.

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HOUSES 2012: Call-for-entries deadline extended

reeni, FHB editorial admin | July 18th, 20112 comments

It's not too late to submit your new or remodeled house project for our HOUSES 2012 contest.

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Furniture That Can Change the Way You Design

RYagid, senior editor | June 28th, 2011

Create a flexible home with innovative space saving furniture

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Making a House Livable Trumps Energy Efficiency

ScottG, contributing writer | June 10th, 2011

A couple planning to build a high-performance house have come across some plans that interest them. They turn to the Q&A forum at GreenBuildingAdvisor to ask whether anyone can make suggestions for improving the design.

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Hip to be Square: Pythagoras in the Digital Age

TheTimberTailor, member | March 8th, 2011

Considering all the whiz-bang capabilities SketchUp has to offer, it's easy to overlook how helpful it can be for basic tasks. This episode shows how to calculate accurate (extremely precise, actually) square-up dimensions for any type of layout work with the "Cliculator".

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Blueprint-Reading Basics: How to Navigate a Set of House Plans

rwotzak, Web Producer | February 25th, 20113 comments

Construction documents are usually more organized than they look. Learn some common symbols and drawing types that will help you find what you're looking for when you pick up a set of plans.

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A Unique Kitchen Cabinet

buckingham, member | January 25th, 2011

This unique combination appliance pantry and spice rack was designed to house small appliances and up to 100 spices in one compact space. It has become a signature cabinet for The...

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How to Make Your Kitchen Look Better and Work Harder on a Budget

FHBdotcom, editor | December 29th, 20105 comments

Get the most out of your cabinets and counter tops without spending an arm and a leg. Download this free book chapter on smart kitchen planning.

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Designing Patrick's Barn: Adding Window Components

TheTimberTailor, member | December 28th, 20101 comment

With the roof configuration approved, the next step is to create a window component to add to the studio model. Using Silverline brand window schematic dimension as a guide, a realistic window model is created. This provides an opportunity to decide what, where and how many windows to use.

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