3. Grading, Site Preparation
Ozark Ethics has similar issue as I have. I am saving his video to reference later.
Retaining Wall
I watched and wanted to save these YouTube videos for future use. Versa-Lok Basic Double Retaining Wall Compact Backfill or Not? Steps Built with Retaining Wall Blocks I am not sure how they will install the rail but the steps look great.
Solar Pagoda and Carport
https://www.foreverredwood.com/the-solar-pergola.html
Civil Engineering Plan Drawing
My project is currently on hold due to some anticipated business troubles. I’m not sure when I will be able to initiate the Civil Engineering Plan phase, but I’ve already contacted a couple of engineers and received quotes. Below is a sample quote, and it…
Temporary Power Pole DIY Installation Step-by-Step Part 1 of 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKTznP4EtvU&t=78s Watched several Youtube videos to learn how to install temporary electrical power pole. They were helpful but always missing some parts of the installation. I thought it would be helpful if I can record entire process from the start to finish. PROCEDURE DESIGN PHASE…
Architecture Drawing
Typically, when constructing a house, the first step is to create a Site Development Plan. This is essential because factors like rainwater catchment, soil conditions, and County development plans must be considered before any construction begins. However, I took a different approach. I decided to…
Awesome, My Vision Finally Revealed by an Architect.
The Architect sent me the exterior drawing of my dream house. I am super hyped and almost cried. Ten years of dreaming and drawing this house in my head, finally revealed by a professional’s awesome hand. I gave my rough sketch of the layout, what…
Can We Build Our Own House?
It’s useless to ask if I can. There are many wise men out there who had already done it and are doing it. They are mostly average guys and as long as I am an average guy like them, I know I can. So, let’s…
Mixed Use Building with Larger Landscape
The traditional house plans haven’t changed much since the time of George Washington. Very little change was made over time and it seems we made it worse. The Mount Vernon, his house, has a large office and large workshops while we changed the office into…
Co-housing Makes Us Happier
My point exactly. Grace Kim explains what I been thinking for decades much better than I could. Minimalism, off-grid, sustainable living, and community farming have been the hot topics for a long time. When you combine all those lifestyles, I think it comes down to…