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Option 3 seems to be working best though creating a column with the underlying brick foundation created some challenges due to the roof (attic) attempting to mirror the profile. So far my solution is to convert the column with its underlying brick into an user defined object that allows me to place it in the corner without affecting the Attic. While this works visually I'll not get material schedules etc. For my purposes that is not a problem. Thank you for your input. Peter PS. I did try a Half Wall with a Pony Wall and was surprised that the wall carried up and affected the Attic structure. I would have expected as they are not connected the attic definition would have ignored the half wall.

I have a Craftsman home that I am preparing for remodel by reverse architecting the existing structure. The Covered Porch is giving me some challenges. I have chosen to design it as a Railing/Fence with a pony wall with solid rail style. I have successfully created those walls and the columns however am challenged in creating the roof support beams and ultimately attic walls. As seen in the attached the corner and entry has a full brick column. I chose to use the same Railing/Fence approach with brick as the materiel. I've placed the column (Molding) objects on top of the 'Railing' and placed a 6x6 post in the center to support the roof beam. That is where I am stuck, generating the Attic Walls. The program is attempting to mirror the brick column (Rail) however the roof is supported by a beam spanning between tapered columns. I thought I'd add those beams at the 1st floor level. My questions are: 1. is the Railing/Fence approach appropriate? Note that the roof beam support is below the ceiling and lays on top of the column. 2. Is the Roof Beam added at the 1st floor or Attic? I have some 'phantom' siding I think is coming in from the attic trying to match the foundation. 3. Should I create this as an enclosed room with openings and then insert columns? PS. I can live without the flair-out at the bottom of the siding but if you have suggestions that would be great as well. Your guidance is much appreciated. Peter

I am looking for recommendations or examples of commercial bathroom stalls. Especially standard free-standing panels that 'float' 12" above the floor and are 48 to 60" high. Material are sheet metal, both sides, inclosed edges. Where enclosed a floor to ceiling brace and hinged door of same style. I've defined a wall that is the correct materials and thickness but getting it to stand on its own, not be floor to ceiling is a challenge so either a wall object isn't the way to go or I need some advice on how to achieve the requirements.