Author Archives: Alexander Aptekar

Question:What is the building’s height that we are currently making the plans and elevations for? Solution:Utilized the elevation drawings of maison Gartte-Cie case study project on OpenLab. You know the long East-West dimension (55’) from the dimension diagram. Use that … Continue reading →

Student question: “…. my structural grid is printing as solid lines instead of the grid line type, I did everything I could to change it but I just can’t seem to fix it, the model space is fine, it’s just … Continue reading →

Question: I had a question about the thickness of the batt insulation in the roof. You asked us to make it thicker than our deepest joist, in my case 220. However, I am not sure what can hold it. For … Continue reading →

Question: I was trying to calculate the beam to use in my building. Can you check the attachment to see if it’s correct? Answer: Yes, that works with the table Architect Studio Companion Question: I also need help with finding … Continue reading →

Question: Is it okay if my exterior walls for the Cooper Residency are 13” thick and the interior ones 6”? Response: Yes, 13” is a good estimation of what a high performance wall might equal. Interior walls are typical typically … Continue reading →

A good start, I can review drawings online during class. some quick thoughts on improvements: you should add a heavy weighted that line indicates the ground level. the lines of your cantilever are too heavy you should add elevation markers … Continue reading →

Question1: I was trying to figure out how to put grid on the image can you please tell me. Response: Can you be a little bit more descriptive with your question? The grid should be drawn using the grid line … Continue reading →

Question: Where on blackboard should we post and should we hatch the walls on our drawings? Response: You will now find and upload location in the content section of the class blackboard site. Do not hatch your walls, use heavy … Continue reading →

Question How far does the key go into the footing? Response Concrete of type the typical for foundations well in increments of an 1/2 inch. Smaller increments have a risk of not casting properly. A good key to mention for … Continue reading →

Question: I was wondering what the king stud is supposed to look. Could I get a photo of how a king stud supposed to look at windows, and doors? Response: See the links below for appropriate examples. https://basc.pnnl.gov/images/right-%E2%80%93-air-barrier-installed-between-double-wall-framing https://www.versatilewp.com/window_framing_2xq/