101 things Katie Hutchison Studio (KHS) has learned designing homes, Part nine of ten
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 7:12PM
Katie Hutchison in 101 things KHS has learned

Brewster Long House: Include clerestory windows and/or a roof monitor, where possible.See Part eight of the series here.

81.  Recommend that homeowners move out during renovations, if possible.

82.  Consider incorporating renewable energy systems.

83.  Provide a generous mud room.

84.  Edit the program and design judiciously. (See Design Process.)

85.  Include clerestory windows and/or a roof monitor, where possible. (See Brewster Long House.)

86.  Don’t let “the tail wag the dog”. (See Don’t overlook intangible value and cost.

87.  People either love or hate pocket doors.

88.  Dismiss bum clients (Don-Draper style).

89.  Don’t forget to provide egress windows in bedrooms.

90.  Design/build arrangements sacrifice the benefits of the competitive bid process.

by Katie Hutchison for House Enthusiast

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