Tie rods across the ceiling
in the family room,
opposite,
offer structural
support and interesting
ornamentation. Adam
climbs iron rungs in the
silo-entry,
above left,
to
reach his secret office.
With limestone that had to
be removed to pour a
foundation for the family
room addition, the
McIntyres created an
outdoor fireplace on the
porch,
above rig h t
As the
plans,
below,
show, the
addition is angled 10
degrees for better views
and architectural interest.
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