Wow...can't believe it's been two years since I read this thread starter when it was posted.
Back then, all I had was desire, ideas, dirt and sagebrush.
This week the PUD comes in to install a pole and get me off temporary power.
Today, something tangible exists.
This thread provided some terrific ideas I incorporated into my shop I call PatriotWorks.
* 2x6 construction 16" on center, insulated slab on grade
* in-floor heat.
* 14' ceilings.
* A paint/varnish area separate from everything else.
* A toilet, sink, compressor, vacuum pump and rotary phase convertor room.
* Bifold 12 x12 garage doors.
* An office allowing me to observe the cnc doing it's thing.
* A tool room with lighting and a tool grinder to lock up loose valuables and perform niggly work.
* 400 amp service.
* PVC gutters and down spouts
The best fun so far was creating bi-fold garage doors for $200.00.
I work for a building supply house ... my cost was $3500.00 for an installed 12 x12 shop door.
That seemed pricey to me. I dislike a garage door that covers up the overhead lights when open.
So...I set about building a bi-fold doors from 2x6's, 1/2 rough sawn plywood, hinges, casters, insulation, hinges, glue, screws and OSB.
Dammed if they don't work perfect! I get fully insulated doors, I get the use of wall space behind each door, I can open one side or both, and I saved tons of dough.
The doors have lasted a season and still work perfect.
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The shop is 40 x 49 x 28H.
All dimensions, windows, steps, pickets and such are divisible by 3, 5 or 7, my favorite numbers.
"If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude better than the animating contest of freedom, go home from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or your arms. ... May your chains set lightly upon you, and posterity forget that you were our countrymen". -- Samuel Adams