Comments on: Palladio’s Escape Cottage Plans

By: Ross Carrell

Ross Carrell — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 03:59:37 +0000

Hi, love the floor plan snippets above but the link to your website seems to go to a holding page of some sort…

I have property and would love to build one of these to live in but i can’t buy the plans

I design sites professionally if you need any assistance i’d be happy to help.

By: Stephen Gatlin Ph.D.

Stephen Gatlin Ph.D. — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 10:46:55 +0000

I, for one, think the absence of windows in the sketch and the minimalism in it as well, make for magic. The log version shown on the site, with the logs and porch, does not resemble the original conception, as far as I can tell. To have light from the top would be quite enough, too. Note that older Italian houses did not have front windows, in the main. Windows allowed in street noise and a lack of privacy. This Palladio gem, properly executed with tin or steel siding, would be glorious. Thanks, Rick

By: Ricky Newcomer

Ricky Newcomer — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 03:56:38 +0000

Christian,

The loft is accessed by ladder. It is a very high
quality steel ladder which raises and folds like
an accordion up against the wall to which it is
mounted. It’s weight capacity is about 350 lbs.
This ladder is a brilliant invention. It is called “Lofty” and you can see it at the website
http://www.rainbowatticstair.com. When the ladder is in
the extended (down) position, a hinged section
of the loft floor can be lowered to allow one to
walk around the bed. “Lofty” is listed on the
website for about $1000 and it is also INCLUDED
in the deliverable cottage package. The distributor sells directly to me for delivery
with the cottage so a dealer does not have to
be located in the area of the purchaser.

Thank you for your question!

By: Christian B.

Christian B. — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:13:03 +0000

Hi Ricky,

i love your design, but i would like to know how you plan to get to the second floor (bedroom), do you will use a staircase or more some kind of a ladder. A starircase wouldn’t work with your design of your main floor.

By: SteveR

SteveR — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:30:27 +0000

Hi Ricky,

I guess I should have been clearer in my comment. I did read that and understand that excellent doors/windows are included in your price. I meant that I just don’t think that there are enough windows!

I disagree with most that this would make a great cottage on a lake. In a small house by the lake, I don’t think you want to be staring at 4 walls close together. If you have a view, you want to see it. I have mountain views and I also want solar gain. I just think this design has sacrificed design for practicality.

Sorry if I am not a fan of your design!

By: Vickie M

Vickie M — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:07:03 +0000

This is the perfect place and design for a get-away cottage on the lake, private area for additional family members or a studio. The detail and craftmanship in this haven is unmatched. Beautiful!

By: Ricky Newcomer

Ricky Newcomer — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:21:43 +0000

Thank you, Julia!

By: Ricky Newcomer

Ricky Newcomer — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:20:32 +0000

These progress photos don’t show the front door
and windows, however, please know that high
quality brand name insulated windows and the
3′-0″ x 8′-0″ front door are included in the
price and deliverable package.

Thanks for taking the time to comment!

By: Julia

Julia — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 06:56:17 +0000

Love it! It would be the perfect little getaway cabin too.

By: SteveR

SteveR — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:56:38 +0000

Too bad it has no windows.