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Adding a penthouse perch to this 1899 row house with a harbor view demanded unusual tactics. To circumvent municipal limitations on floor area, a section of floor was removed from one level and “transferred” to the roof as a new studio space. To comply with local height limitations, an innovative structure of solid wood studs was deployed to reduce floor and ceiling thicknesses to the bare minimum. Aside from creating the desired rooftop refuge, these gymnastics also created a dynamic cascade of interior living spaces for an urban designer and his family. Photos by Bruce Buck.

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Damage noted at the lap siding and trim, at the roof sheathing, to the rafter tail caused by uncontrollable exterior moisture sources. RECOMMENDATION: Remove trim as necessary. Remove and replace the damaged portions of siding (to match as close as practical) and install new trim at repaired areas only. Remove the roof covering and gutters if necessary to expose damaged areas. Remove all structurally damaged wood members and replace with new material. If removed, reinstall gutters and roof covering to the exposed areas only. Cut out damaged sections and splice in with new material. Re-support rafter tails by attaching a sister wood member of a like size to the repaired area. https://www.eliteconstructioncorp.com/projects/roseville-ca

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