Single family homes have always been Miranda’s specialty and since our homes are specifically engineered to stand the test of time, we want our clients to be comfortable. Local architect, Paul McKean and home owners Mr. and Mrs. Reese came to us a few months ago with a slightly unconventional design which met their exact needs. This new home, in Parkdale, Oregon, is two stories with the first level partially submerged into a hillside. These first level walls are composed of insulated concrete forms (or ICFs) which have a high insulation value and are ideal for sub-terrain building because of their durability and strength, which in this case, will retain the hillside.
The first level is mostly storage with two bedrooms and a full bath. The second floor is level with the driveway and contains a two car garage and main living quarters. This 3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath home is roughly 2,850 S.F. and features a few extra perks such as a media room, ample storage space, and walk-in closets. This home also features aligned plumbing which allows for better water pressure, fewer materials, and less work for our in-house plumbing crew.
The Reese project is just one of our many current homes being constructed. We used Revit Architecture 2011 which we have customized to include MWF software to create a unique engineering platform. Through this program were able to create a 3D model of the Reese’s home and add in all of the structural elements, including trusses, studs, and joists. Our process is very new but proving to be extremely beneficial in the industry. Revit software has the ability to instantly create elevation and section views as well as develop door and window schedules. This process drastically reduces time by eliminating draft work and it also gives the client a very clear perspective on what their house is going to look like.
The first level is mostly storage with two bedrooms and a full bath. The second floor is level with the driveway and contains a two car garage and main living quarters. This 3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath home is roughly 2,850 S.F. and features a few extra perks such as a media room, ample storage space, and walk-in closets. This home also features aligned plumbing which allows for better water pressure, fewer materials, and less work for our in-house plumbing crew.
The Reese project is just one of our many current homes being constructed. We used Revit Architecture 2011 which we have customized to include MWF software to create a unique engineering platform. Through this program were able to create a 3D model of the Reese’s home and add in all of the structural elements, including trusses, studs, and joists. Our process is very new but proving to be extremely beneficial in the industry. Revit software has the ability to instantly create elevation and section views as well as develop door and window schedules. This process drastically reduces time by eliminating draft work and it also gives the client a very clear perspective on what their house is going to look like.
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