This section includes all the structural dimensions, elevations, sample permit drawings and engineering calculations you'll need to plan for your Urban Studio building. Should you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Style Features

The Urban Studio is a creative design that allows you to add your personal flare to a space that can act as your personal oasis. Whether you choose to use this structure as an office space, yoga studio or a meditative haven is up to you. We'll help you design it to fit all of your needs and budget!

Some of the features on this building include:

• a modern, fresh, modular design, perfect for an urban setting
• a 12" overhang that allows for the installation of pot lights
• a metal roof to finish the look of your structure in style
• pre-built panels to make assembly easy
• doors and windows to suit your specific taste including insulated vinyl and metal options
• siding options galore
• and much more... not to mention the upgrades that are available!

Have a peek at a couple of configurations for inspiration:

We can help with the interior of the building as well. If you have an idea for what you'd like to use the structure for, let us know and we'll help design the outside to fit your interior needs. See example below:

View a sample set of floor plans for this or any of our other styles. We offer ideas on laying out your building so that you may determine what the layout of your structure will be.

Elevation Dimensions

Please click here to learn more about the construction of and the variety of many windows, doors and other options available for this and all of our other designs.

Floor

The total heights listed above included the floor. If you don't want your building to include the floor, simply subtract the following dimensions:

Height

Extra height may be added to your structure at the time of sale. If you add extra height to your building, simply increase the overall height of the building by the added amount.

Plan Dimensions

Please note:

• - One row of 1 x 6 cedar skirting is provided with each structure (providing the floor is not omitted)
• - To calculate the square footage, multiply
  A x B e.g. a structure with dimensions 10 ft. x 12 ft. (where A=10 and B=12), equal 120 sq. ft.

Urban Studio floor

Notes on Dimensions

• Our measurements (i.e. 10ft. x 12ft.) are taken from the outside of the floor plates and studs, therefore, they don't include the siding (see figure 1)
• For true interior measurements, subtract the floor plates/studs (i.e. 2 x 3 ½" = 7"). Note: 2 x 4 is actually 1 ½" x 3 ½" due to the properties of "finished lumber"
• For true exterior dimensions, also add the siding and corner pieces. The Canexel siding is ⅜" thick, the cedar siding is ¾" thick and the log siding is 1 ½" thick. The corner trim is ¾" thick (see figure 1).

If you have any other questions pertaining to the size of the building, please do not hesitate to ask us, we're here to help.

Urban Studio Wall Detail (Figure 1)

Details

The Urban Studio is ideal as a home office or studio. The interior height gives this building an airiness that makes it a very comfortable living space.

To see exactly what the structure is made of, please see the Construction Cutaway drawing.

Materials

Every structure, regardless of style or size, is designed and manufactured to exacting standards. We use the finest materials available and provide options where possible. If there is a particular item you would like and it's not part of our offering, we are happy to try and source it for you. For information on the various materials we use, please see the Materials section under Information.

Urban Studio Elevation

Engineering And Technical Details

Our buildings are designed to withstand the rigors of life in North America. It is rare that our specs will not meet code. Whether you live in the Northeast, the Southwest or anywhere in between, snow and wind calculations have all been considered in the design of your product (so you won't have to worry about ever leaving Kansas). Our engineering is solid.

For example, in climates like Alaska, Colorado and Maine where snow loads are important and the PSF reaches 70, our construction not only stands up to these codes but exceeds them. See what the snow & wind loads are in your area.

In areas where wind is a factor like Florida, Louisiana and Rhode Island, the wind load PSF reaches 140. Again, our construction is above standard.

Should you have any specific requirements for roof construction to satisfy specific and unique bylaws, please let us know and we'll build your roof to comply. A small surcharge may apply.

Permits & Drawings

If you require a permit drawing for your Urban Studio building, we can accommodate your requests. See what a set of generic permit drawings look like. For more details, please see permits under our Information section.