House of the Week: Small and Surprising Flexible Dwelling
A compact two bedroom residence offers a choice of contemporary or Spanish exterior and can adapt to a 57 foot frontage or a 31 foot narrow lot. Designed by Rudolph A. Matern to save cost, it uses a concrete slab and omits a garage, with flexible options including a potential third bedroom behind the existing two.
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Rudolph A. Matern
Indoor Pool Room Idea Sparks Home Addition Plans
Vivian Brown argues a pool room inside a house solves outdoor pool safety concerns while offering year round health and recreation. Families note air conditioning, a fireplace, safety glass walls, and internal access from the dining room as features, with endless entertaining possibilities and a modest budget relative to outdoor installations.
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Framing Windows and Pool Ideas for DIY Homes
A home feature article discusses framing exterior windows as a design element, building a paneled cedar room adjoining a heated 18 by 12 foot pool, and converting dining spaces to suit casual entertaining. It advises planning, consulting a pool expert, and pacing construction to fit budgets.
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Max
Leave Closet Space When Framing Attic
Guidance on attic framing emphasizes leaving space for at least two built in closets while setting studs. Use double 2 by 4s at all closet openings and doors and buy closet doors upfront to fit openings rather than forcing doors after framing.
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Andy Lang
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MeLin Named Co Chairman in Gilligan Campaign
State Rep. C. J. MeLin of Dayton is named co chairman of Ohio Citizens for Gilligan. He will serve alongside John H. Glenn Jr., who is already chairman of the statewide group backing John J. Gilligan’s bid for governor.
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Fence Post Tops Add Eye Appeal with Simple Details
Detailing fence post tops enhances appearance with easy shaping. Add an inch wide band four inches from the top to suggest a square finial. Cut the top at 41 degrees for a shed roof line or make two 45 degree cuts from center for a diamond top. Nail decorative bands around the post with 1x1 and 2x2 pieces for a snug fit. Turned finials are also available at lumber yards.
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