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iffy
IP: 24.249.104.198 Dec 13, 05 - 7:41 AM |
To loft or not to loft?
We are empty nesters and are getting ready to build our log home. We have our own plan that fits well on our land. We like swedish cope, and our plan is to purchase random length logs with a specified number of saddle notches. We have 2 plans. First one is main house, 30 x 36, with 16 x 24 ell off one end for bedroom/bath. Open loft over half of main house, open great room and dining room. Loft will have no partitions, just overflow area for grandkids. Fold away beds or futons. Main house roof is 9/12 or 10/12 so loft is useable. Second plan is same size, but with 6/12 pitch and loft area is now an attic for storage. Walk out basement with guest bedrooms and rec area for both plans. We are in Kansas, so must have air conditioning, which means central hvac. Looking seriously at geothermal with a heat pump, and gas fireplace auxiliary. We really want a loft, but not at the expense of horrendous heating bills. In a few years we will be on fixed income, so need to watch our recurring bills. Anybody out there with experience and/or advice? Thanks. |
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Sandy Helms
IP: 69.174.60.167 Dec 18th, 2005 - 4:53 AM |
Re: To loft or not to loft?
I have a loft in my home & highly recomment that you do the same. Install ceiling fans in the great room and loft and I doubt there will be a noticeable increase in your heating bills. You will find photos of the interrior of our home, including the loft, at http://www.cedar-log-homes.com/log_homes_interiors__sandys_joy.htm. The roof pitch is 11/12 over a 26' span. I hope this helps. Sandy Helms www.cedar-log-homes.com |
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