Note: The underlying design idea MUST be "Design to our building ability". Don't design something we can't build! K.I.S.S.

====Overall notes====

Aline hates mold. No mold. Keep all the cold bits away from moisture so we don't get condensation. No ducts to move cold air and get water condensing on them. 



====Foundation====

I really don't know much about foundations. 

====Framing====

I'd like thicker walls, deep set window sills, lots of insulation. Do staggered double framing for thermal breaks and sound isolation? Or KISS and just do a double wall with standard framing? Might be easier around the windows/doors. 

I want to utilize floor trusses, this allows more flexibility to run utilities through the house. Does add to stair rise/run. 

Having them built offsite and delivered means less work for us. More cost, totally worth it. 

  * Here's a [[https://insulationinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/N161-OR-Energy-Code-0425.pdf|link]] for insulation standards in Oregon. Floors R30, walls R21, ceiling R30, Windows U0.27.
  * staggered wall framing or double framing? 
  * 3.5" RockWool is R15. 5.5" RW is R23. 7.25" RW is R30. What wall thickness? I like deep set windows.

====Roofing====

We need some storage space in the attic. 

Need SIMPLE roof lines. 

Prefer maximum southern exposure for solar panels. 

Prefer a shed roof design, minimal slope so easier to work on. Again, buy premade roof trusses. Annoying to haul up there, but easier on us. 

Want large overhangs. 

Again, exterior insulation/water barrier. 

====exterior====

Want to use ZIP sheathing, for no housewrap and exterior insulation should keep breathability to interior. Absolutely want a rain gap on top of that, then siding. Considering adding more exterior insulation, but will complicate window installation, so... don't do that.