SketchUp Modelling

From the floor plans (developed in Adobe Illustrator), I developed the 3D model using Google's SketchUp.  A picture is attached.  Note the impact is not only a 3D perspective but also viewing the house in the morning and afternoon light.  This model, you will see, includes a floor above the garage.
This was a response to creating sufficient rooms for the whole family.  However my wife persuaded me that

1. This is dangerous (on top of burning cars)
2. The kids are growing up and we may end up with a huge house to clean

Cant argue with that but still, as can be seen by the model, the idea is interesting.  The flooring would have to be concrete but it could be a self contained unit for renting out in future !

Note also the following

• The high roof with 40 degree pitch
• The 2 dormers extending from the roof.  This indicates the idea of an accessible attic and with ventilation through the attic.
• The 3 ft raised floor
• The side access to the house. I later abandoned that as I dont like people coming and out next to the drive way.  Imagine you or the kids tripping into the path of a moving car.This was moved to the front and away from the driveway.

The 2nd image shows initial layout.  It looked too crammed and like office cubicles.