In due time sir, in due time. I'm starting with the ultimate fantasy layout and then doing some cost estimating(already done some rough calcs) to determine what is really feasable and then looking for ways to save money or cut costs. I don't want to be stuck with a lot of house and not be able to afford to finish it or furnish it smile either. In the mean time I'm going to keep my eye out for a nice doctor to marry wink
The way to achieve big things is to dream big and have the will to make it happen. What was it that Jesse James the bike builder said.. "I like to bite off just a little bit more than I think we can do".
Alright, alright..here's the first sketch of the first end bent. A couple beams and braces are still missing from this pic, but it shows the idea of the layout. One square equals one foot. Bonus room is on top. All area below bonus room is open (no floors or walls). The doorway frame is shown. In the middle two bents, the main posts are set further inboard in line with the doorway posts.