CrayonArchitect

Hello, I just installed Home Designer Suite 2024 and am having a problem with the deck details. I have created a deck with a roof but no railings or balusters. It is a very small deck and just want to use two columns on either side. I have tried various settings to make them invisible, etc. but, like I said, I don't want them all invisible. I just want the two. I have attached what I have so far so you can get an idea of what I'm doing. Thank you! Palmer D.plan

Hello! I have finally gotten the roof right! It was a combination of playing with the roof pitches and the ceiling height. Thank you all for your patience. Part of the problem is that I didn't have exact measurements so I was not getting exact results. The latest issue (and I'm not entirely sure if it might have something to do with the 1 1/2 story structure) is the dormer windows not showing. I chose Build dormer and got the following message: Dormer roof does not meet base roof, probably near the top. You may need to mover the dormer down the roof or lower its height. I tried to simply place it, figuring I could move it after it was built. It will not show in 3d view or framing view. All I see is the grey rectangle in plan view? Can someone suggest (the obvious) detail(s) that I am missing? Thanks again. I'm getting there... one mistake at a time

I think I'm getting there...I downloaded 2017 and opened plan2 from LawB10. I basically copied everything and reproduced it over in 2014. It came close and I have posted photos. The issue I am having now is the ridge, which seems to be off-center. Also, there are some interesting roof planes that I'm not sure how to fix. Thanks

LawB10 and Jo Ann, Okay, I have started over, and over and over. There is something that I am obviously not getting or simply cannot do with the version that I have. I can get either a 1 /12 story or a salt box roof or build a shed dormer by creating exterior walls, etc. What I can't get is a 1 1/2 story cape with a shed dormer like the one in the photos. I have followed the tutorials to be the best of my ability but, I cannot get the same results you are showing me in your replies. (Apparently, the 2017 trial will not help me as I won't be able to save my plan.) Do either of you have any other suggestions or, is there another help forum I might try? Again, I thank you for your time and expertise!

LawB10, I just saw your photos from your post dated 08 April 2016 - 10:32 PM!! This is it!! Saturday morning, I tried to follow your steps and most certainly did not get the same result. I think I am missing obvious settings and options. I was trying to figure out what aspects of the design were handled by making adjustments to the ceiling height, roof pitch, knee walls etc. The closest I could come is shown in the photos in my last message. I will give it another try using your steps and your images are showing EXACTLY what I want! Thank you! Thank you!

First off, thank all of you that were so kind to offer your time to answer my question. I went back to it and I seem to be doing better than before but, still don't have it quite right. I have attached photos of where I am now. Further thoughts on the weird bump in the middle of the roof or the crazy rear spaces and overhangs? I did try to move the walls but things got really ugly, real fast. I figured I'd stop and ask. Again, your assistance is greatly appreciated!! Jennifer

HOME DESIGNER SUITE 2014 Good Afternoon All, I have been trying for days to build a roof for a 1/2 story Cape. After reading more articles and following more tutorials than I can count, I am right where I started. Part of the problem is that the home has a taller height in the rear than the front. I have tried adjusting the wall height/ceiling height on the first floor and building the wall directly from there, I have tried building a second floor, I have tried different roof types (salt, gable, dormer) etc. I feel like I am now spinning my wheels and I am hoping someone can help me. I have included photos of what I am trying to achieve and a photo if my current plan. I am not worried with the garage and porch as they have "yet" to cause me any problems - just the main art of the house roof. I truly appreciate any assistance you can provide. Thank you!