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!