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Architecture for Specific Sites 2: Restrictions
Written June 11, 2013 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture Previously we talked about a site’s potential based on each homeowner’s individual personalities, the various views a site has to offer, and how best to frame or mask those views. In this post, we’re talking about specific site restrictions, one of the least favorite issues to discuss, but important nonetheless.
One of the first things architects need to think about in site design are the constraints. What do we have to work with? What are the boundaries? I would suggest working with an architect on determining what these restrictions are before land is even purchased. Most building sites have basic general constraints you should be aware of. These may include building setback distances (from property lines, lake high water marks, etc.), easements, and maximum building height.
A few years ago we were working with a client who wanted to add on to their house to the east, as far as they could go to the property line setback. After briefly looking into it, we had to tell them that they couldn’t go any farther, as they were already in the setback. We were able to come up with a different design solution, but if they had known this before they bought the house they might have thought differently. By the way, if your house is over the setback, and has been for several years or decades, you can often be “grandfathered in”. However, if you built it yourself a few years ago, then you’re most likely out of luck.
 This lakefront building site needs to adhere to a high water setback, as well as front and side setback distances. Architects can verify the restrictions with the local planning department, neighborhoods, and any other applicable jurisdictions, codes, bylaws, etc. Once we know all of this we can creatively work within the limitations. That being said, you can also apply for variances. If there are instances where you are a little over a regulation and your options are limited, where it is a hardship to you and does not cause hardship to others, then you may have a chance to be granted a variance.
Some areas, including gated communities and other neighborhoods, may have design guidelines, which are added restrictions on top of the governing jurisdiction and applicable building codes. These may include maximum and minimum floor areas allowed, engineered drainage plans, and maximum exterior lighting allowed. Other non-allowable items may include certain exterior materials and colors, visible skylights, and flagpoles.
Cities and towns in general have more stringent requirements than rural areas. One example is the Town of Telluride, which has its own Historic and Architectural Review Commission. This commission strives to maintain the historic integrity of Telluride, which is designated as a National Historic Landmark District.
Waterfront lots typically have more prerequisites as well, mainly to keep the water pure and the scenery pristine. An example of this is the California Coastal Act, which regulates land use in the coastal zones, such as development activities, construction of buildings, and public access.
Every state in the United States (except Wisconsin) adheres to the International Residential Code (IRC), as do the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Most of the IRC deals with the internal requirements of residences. A few things to be aware of in reference to site design include wind speeds, snow loads, earthquakes, and coastal high-hazard areas. The International Building Code (IBC) relates to all other buildings, including multi-family residences, and regulates allowable building heights and floor areas based on fire-resistance. Your governing jurisdiction may have additional or more defined requirements. Some states and cities have their own additional codes.
It should be noted that you might also consider the constraints of your neighbors as well. If there is a neighbor downhill from you, and there are no height limitations, there is a chance that you could have your views blocked in the future.
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Architecture for Specific Sites (Part 1): Personalities and Views
Written May 17, 2013 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture Architecture is highly site specific. Every one of our clients has their own personalities, and we design to fit each of their unique goals, yet each home is also created to fit into its own specific site. We’ve designed all over, from snowy mountain slopes to warm oceanfront beaches, and everywhere in between. This wide range of locales brings different influences into the process of placing a home on a site.
However, there are many other factors that also go into the individual building and site designs. The views, local restrictions, solar orientation, wind, water, vegetation, topography, and numerous other factors, also play a role in the overall concept. This topic is so extensive that I’m breaking it up into separate posts, and, because I’m an architect and not a book writer, I’ll only be covering the basics.
 Building Site above Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Individual Personalities
Every building site is unique and deserves its own design. Taking advantage of everything the site has to offer (the layout of trees, boulders, topography, etc.) is important, but so is matching the owner’s individual personalities.
The design process is typically a collaborative one. I’ll talk with the owner and discuss their site, or potential site, along with what they would like in and around their home. I’ll also provide a questionnaire to give them more opportunities to share their passions and ambitions. If they are looking for something playful, I’ll throw out some fun ideas to help provide some sparks. It’s an enjoyable brainstorming process where we’ll create something appropriately unique for them to treasure in the years ahead. This is important since they will most likely be spending a good amount of their lives in and around the home.
One homeowner I’ve been working with has a home he’d like to remodel, as well as a barn that we’ll transform into a guest cabin. The site is surrounded by large cedar trees. We started talking about a way to connect the two, and came up with an enclosed bridge that will travel between the trees. A connecting open bridge will link trees and end up in a tree house.
Views
Most building sites have at least one of the following; good views, neighbors, adjacent roads, or unwanted noise. The trick is to take advantage of the views, while masking out the neighbors, roads, and noise. Unless of course you enjoy observing the neighbors a la Dudley Moore (or vice-versa), listening to their music, and watching the cars go by.
 Mountain home view from a side deck Not everyone has a beautiful view of the Grand Tetons or the Pacific Ocean, and I have yet to meet anyone who has both from the same house. Many, however, may have broad or peek-a-boo views of mountains, hills, a pond, a grassy area, a beautiful tree, or other “territorial” views.
Placing and designing the home, or parts of the home, to face the best views is essential, yet needs to work with the topography and landscaping. Most of our clients want the great room, kitchen, dining areas, master bedroom, and the main decks and patios facing the best views.
When there are unwanted elements in the view corridor, the field of vision can be enhanced by framing the landscape with trees, shrubs, hedges, boulders, and natural or man-made berms or other topography. Man-made structures such as fences, half walls, sculptural elements, a playhouse, and even a guest house could also be placed in the right spot to frame the view.
For privacy, strategically placed plantings similar to all of the above could be used, as well as thicker railings to provide privacy on decks. If your site is above the unwanted views, a simple solution from the interior is to have window shades that pull up, which will block the neighbors below, while providing views above. When we lived in Seattle we had these to see the Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound, while blocking the neighbors below us.
The best way to mask noise is to provide a fountain near the point where the owner wishes to admire the views. The farther away the water feature, the less effective it is. Vegetation can absorb some of the noise, and vertical walls, fences, etc. can provide a sound barrier by reflecting some of the noise away.
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John Hendricks, Architect AIA, NCARB
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Mexico Beach House: The Infinity Edge Pool
Written February 4, 2013 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture, Waterfront As mountain architects predominantly specializing in mountain style homes, we aren’t asked very often to design infinity edge pools on the building sites. For this hilltop Mexican style beach house, near the city of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, we were given the opportunity, designing an organically shaped home and infinity edge pool hovering over the Pacific Ocean.
 Mexico Beach House Infinity Pool The site is steeply sloping, with a guest house towards the top, the main residence in the center, and the pool just below. The guest house, pool, and landscaping are being constructed in phase one, with the main house to follow later.
 Sunset view from the Mexico Beach House These photos show the recently completed pool. Infinity edge pools, also called vanishing edge pools, have no curb on the down-slope side, so the water cascades over the edge. At the right angles, this gives the illusion of the water continuing into an ocean, lake, or river beyond. There is a different affect when there is a city, forest or other landscaping beyond, though it can be just as dramatic, if not more so. The water cascades over the edge, into a receiving channel, and is recycled back into the pool.
The curved pool in this case is similarly matched with the organically shaped Mexico beach house design. For a plan of the existing site, see our previous post Beach Home on Mexico’s Pacific Coast.
 Pool tile detail This particular pool is intricately detailed in Mexican style, and creates its own shimmering light show under sunlight. Thousands of elliptical glass tiles were placed one at a time at the bottom of the pool, with even smaller square tiles along the walls, curb, and outer walls into the drainage basin . Needless to say, labor is cheap in Mexico.
 The organically shaped concrete pool from below Many thanks to Sandau Builders for sending me these photos. Most of us in the Northern Hemisphere can only dream about places like this during the winter.
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Beach Home on Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Written November 8, 2012 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture, Waterfront Hendricks Architecture has designed a beach home which is currently under construction on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, near the city of Zihuatanejo. Designing these Coastal Homes is always an enjoyable experience, especially when the property delivers awe inspiring views of the coastline as well as whale activity and ocean sunsets.
 Mexico Beach Home - The Guest House The hilltop guest house over the garage is being built first, along with the landscaping and pool. The more organic main home will be constructed at a later date. One of the owner’s favorite elements on the site is the infinity pool, which will hover over the ocean below.
 Mexico Beach Home - Infinity Pool Construction This seaside home has some similarities to the mountain architecture style we typically design, such as timbers and gable roofs. It also has many differences such as the concrete structure for moisture and thermal efficiency. The main house will also have spacious rooftop decks.
 Mexico Beach Home - Trellis This beach house by the sea is sure to be enjoyed for decades to come. It certainly has some nice sunsets.
 Mexico Beach Home - Hammock on the Covered Deck See Mexico Beach House for design sketches of the main residence. The original site plan sketch of the property is shown below.
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Mountain and Lake Home Curb Appeal
Written September 7, 2012 by Hendricks Architecture: Tom Russell, Architect LEED AP • Filed Under Architecture, Mountain Architecture Mountain and lake homes don’t usually have curbs, but the phrase “curb appeal” still applies. There are few among us who haven’t driven, walked, or even boated by a nice neighborhood and admired the beautiful houses. Everyone appreciates a well designed home with pleasing proportions, balanced massing, well placed windows, and coordinated materials. A nice looking house draws the attention of people passing by, and especially catches the eye of prospective home buyers.
 Subtle Curb Appeal - A Mountain Home in Winter Having a home that meets your spatial requirements, functions well, and doesn’t cost too much for operation and maintenance is important, and any new home design should be able to accommodate these basic requirements. According to a recent survey conducted by Professional Builder magazine, respondents indicated that the most popular criteria people used to decide on whether to buy a property was the exterior look of the home, or its overall design and curb appeal.
While this is not a shocking discovery, it is worth noting that despite recent challenges in the housing market, people still value nice looking home exteriors and are willing to spend extra to have a home that looks good from the street. Despite what the term “curb appeal” suggests, the best aspect of a home’s exterior isn’t always the side that faces the street, and sometimes it makes sense to enhance the curb appeal of a home as seen from other vantage points. This is often the case on waterfront homes we design, and should also be considered for homes that front on a golf course, ski slope, or public park.
 This lakefront home's roofline has its own subtle curb appeal Most of our clients, now and in the past, are building homes that they want to live in for a long time. In general, they place a high value on having a home that looks good to them, their guests, and to the other residents in the neighborhood. Creating a home with enhanced curb appeal not only leads to greater owner satisfaction, it also gives the property an advantage when it comes time to sell. It is likely that a good looking home designed by a creative Architect will appeal to a new buyer as much as it did to its current owner, and that the perceived value of good design will be realized in the form of a higher contracted sale price.
Designing a home may seem like it is not difficult to do, and in the case of a basic box shape with a simple roof that may well be true. Many people who have built homes think that since they know how all the pieces go together they can design a nice home, and I’ll admit to thinking the same thing when I built homes before becoming an Architect. However, the process of creating even a moderately complex home requires very careful attention to spatial arrangement, building form, proportion, materiality, detailing, and the buildings relationship to the site. Architects have extensive training and experience in contemplating these “right brain” aspects of design and resolving them with the nuts and bolts requirements imposed by material limitations, building codes, budgets, and zoning restrictions.
What gives a home its curb appeal is subject to individual preferences, but most people would agree that the exterior presentation of a home conceived of by a skilled Architect is unmatched when measured against a similar home designed by someone with lesser credentials. Most people know better than to seek investment advice or trust their money to someone without extensive training in financial management. It seems logical to suggest that the same should hold true for choosing an Architect, to help you realize the best potential from what may be your most valuable asset, your home.
Tom Russell, Architect, LEED AP
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Outdoor Living Spaces for Mountain Homes
Written June 14, 2012 by Hendricks Architecture: Tom Russell, Architect LEED AP • Filed Under Architecture, Mountain Architecture Throughout its evolution, Mountain Architecture has held true to the basic idea that spending time outdoors is an essential part of quality living. One of the primary goals we strive for in designing mountain homes is to create a strong connection between the built environment and the natural landscape. In the ideal, a quality home should provide a sanctuary from the elements when necessary, and at the same time be able to open to the outdoors when conditions allow. Inhabitants should feel like they are a part of the surrounding environment, not isolated from it.
 Mountain Home Outdoor Living: Decks, patios, bar, fire pits and spa A well designed home for mountain living should be hewn from the materials at hand, harmonize with the landscape, and offer the inhabitants quality spaces both indoors and out. Depending on the local climate, covered and uncovered outdoor spaces can be mixed to provide a variety of options for relaxing, entertaining, eating or watching the sunset. In moderate climates, outdoor living rooms and kitchens can provide all the conveniences of modern life without the constraints of walls and windows. Recent trends show that homeowners place a high value on quality outdoor spaces.
 Trellis over Outdoor Living Space In just about any climate, covered outdoor space is a virtual necessity. It opens up the option to be outside when the weather isn’t great, offers a shaded place to relax on a hot sunny day, and also allows for a storage space that can be utilized year round. In many mountain and lake environments, bugs can be a deterrent to otherwise hearty lovers of the outdoors, especially in the evening. We have been designing a lot of homes with screen porches lately, including one that utilizes Phantom screens, an innovative system that rolls up and out of sight when it’s not needed. I’m particularly fond of a hallmark of old Adirondack camps – the screened sleeping porch. These seem to have lost popularity in modern times, perhaps due to the widespread use of air conditioning.
 Screened Porch Porches, patios, and decks are another common feature in the mountain and lakefront homes we design. When the weather is good, nothing beats sitting outside reading or having a nice meal. If a home site has good views and it works with the design, we often add upper level decks or balconies to offer the occupants a place to get off the ground and enjoy an enhanced view of their world. We typically include a covered front porch as well, which offers a venue to engage with visitors and should be considered as an important social element of any home.
 A Small Covered Front Porch with Mountain and Lake Views Many of our clients want outdoor spas or hot tubs, and a deck or patio is the ideal spot to relax and have a nice soak. Some might be deterred by the thought of heading outside on a cold winter’s night to get wet, but for those willing to brave a little discomfort it can be a rewarding experience. For homes in places that have significant winter precipitation, I recommend locating a hot tub under cover but open to the outdoors. You will get a lot more use out of it during unpleasant weather, and if you put a clear roof over it or keep the roof high, it still feels like you are out in the open. My opinion was validated this winter when I watched numerous hot tubs become hopelessly buried under Schweitzer’s record snows.
 Covered Patio Spa and Bar We, like most residents of mountain resort towns in the West, live here because we enjoy being outside and connecting with the natural world. An important element in the quality of life we enjoy is the proximity to incredible outdoor environments, often right out the back door. In acknowledgement of this, we strive to create beautiful, sturdy homes that allow the inhabitants to live comfortably indoors or out regardless of the season.
Tom Russell, Architect
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Concrete Slab vs. Wood Framed Floors
Written February 28, 2012 by Hendricks Architecture: Tom Russell, Architect LEED AP • Filed Under Architecture One of the most common questions a residential architect is asked is, “Would it be better to have a concrete slab or a wood framed floor with a crawl space?” When choosing what type of floor system will be best for a project, several factors need to be considered. Site topography, where the house will be located on the site, seasonal groundwater levels, the number of floor levels the home will have, the type of heat desired, and budget constraints all need to be weighed before making a decision.
A concrete slab on grade works well on relatively level sites with a first floor (or basement) level that will be relatively close to existing grade. Since fill will need to be imported into the house footprint to bring the grade up to the underside of the slab, floors that will be high off the ground are not logical candidates for a slab on grade floor. On the other hand, if your site has a high water table, is subject to flooding, or has surface water nearby, a slab on grade floor might be your best bet. Since a concrete slab is always poured over granular fill that can’t wick water upward, they typically work well on sites where a crawl space might be susceptible to flooding, provided the floor level is high enough to be above any potential surface runoff.
 Concrete Slab on Grade with Hydronic Radiant Heating Concrete slabs are also the most efficient for hydronic radiant heating systems, as the thermal mass of the slab helps hold heat. Concrete slab floors do require that all subgrade utility rough ins be completed before the slab is poured and be accurately located. Retrofits for plumbing or mechanical changes later can be difficult and costly.
Wood framed floors with a crawlspace (or basement) below have the advantage of access to space that can be utilized for running utilities (plumbing, electrical, and ducts) and for storage. They also work well on sloping sites or where the floor level will be significantly above the existing grade. Wood framed floors require more labor and material to build, and have potential for squeaks, creaks, and vibration if they are not properly designed and constructed. A gypcrete overlay can add rigidity and a solid feel to a framed floor, but is only practical if it is used as part of a radiant heat system.
 Wood Framed Floor On wet sites or where flooding potential exists, crawl spaces and basements need to be carefully designed to reduce the potential for moisture problems. They also need to be properly ventilated or heated as if they were living space. The building code has special requirements for crawl spaces or basements that are below the 100 year flood elevation, and in some areas, homeowners insurance rates are significantly higher if a wood framed floor is used where the floor elevation is close to the flood plain elevation.
As a rule of thumb, the installed cost of a slab on grade vs. a wood framed floor with gypcrete are about the same. Installed costs are, however, subject to a lot of project specific variables that can make one system significantly more expensive for a particular application. Factors like existing soil conditions, fill requirements, hauling distances, and ease of executing the concrete pour can affect the costs of slab on grade. Similarly, local labor costs, required floor framing member sizes, and current lumber pricing will determine the cost of a framed floor system.
We are often asked if finish floor options will be limited if one floor system is chosen over the other. The short answer is “yes”, but not significantly. Some wood flooring options don’t perform as well on concrete slabs, and likewise for some hard flooring options on wood framed floors. In general, however, most flooring choices will work on either type of sub-floor and shouldn’t be a major determinant in which system you choose.
At Hendricks Architecture, we specialize in designing western mountain style lodge homes. We design homes with both concrete slabs and wood framed floors.
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Why Hire An Architect?
Written May 20, 2011 by Hendricks Architecture: Tom Russell, Architect LEED AP • Filed Under Architecture, Energy Efficiency In today’s economy, just about everyone is closely watching every dollar they spend. Belt tightening has become a way of life, and many people are having to prioritize what is important to them when they make decisions about how their money is spent. For people who value quality, the choice to spend more on something that will last longer, perform better, and have a higher resale value isn’t as easy when the economy is bad and money is tight.
We have been finding lately that a lot of prospective clients are shopping around for design services, trying to get the most for their money. One point of confusion we see is when clients compare the price of hiring an architect to design their home against the cost of using an inexpensive drafting service. There are several important qualifications that distinguish architects, and clarifying them might help to explain why the services of an architect may cost you more than you would pay for someone to draw simple house plans. However, good quality architecture adds value to your home. If you are looking for someone to design a home or remodel for you, the following may help guide you in making a decision.
- Comparing architects to people who prepare basic house plans is like comparing apples and carrots. Architects have a high level of formal training, have served a lengthy apprenticeship, and have undergone rigorous testing. Architects are licensed to practice by the state, are required to adhere to a code of ethics, and are held to high standards of accountability. It is illegal for someone to call themselves an Architect if they don’t hold a current license. In contrast, there are no educational or training standards for someone who wants to draw house plans, and no assurance to you that they understand regulatory requirements, safety codes, or the construction process. There are certainly draftsmen and building designers who are well educated and very competent, but they have not been subjected to the rigorous vetting process that architects go through to achieve licensure.
- Architects are trained to design buildings that balance aesthetics, function, safety, quality, longevity, and cost. Architects are required to earn continuing education credits as a condition of their license, so they are kept up to date on evolving building codes, zoning requirements, building science, including energy efficiency, and the benefits and limitations of modern materials.
- Architects are required to stamp and sign anything of a technical nature that leaves their office. This is a certification that they are taking liability for the product, and that to the best of their knowledge it meets all applicable jurisdictional requirements. Several states and most upscale subdivisions require that building plans have an architect’s stamp. If design drawings are not stamped by a licensed professional, there is no legal assumption of accountability and no assurance to the homeowner that the drawings were prepared under the watchful eye of someone who is legally bound to stand behind them.
- Architects typically produce detailed drawings and specifications that allow builders to give accurate estimates, build with minimal change orders, and understand all aspects of the project before they start building. Cheap house plans very rarely contain all the necessary information required to properly price and construct the project. With poor plans to work from, contractors have to fill in the blanks, figure out how to make things work, and design the details themselves. This can lead to disappointing results and potentially unsafe conditions. Most contractors prefer a good set of detailed documents so they can provide you with the best product at the lowest cost.
- Architects bring creativity to a project. Homes that are the product of unskilled designers are easy to pick out and lack the aesthetic qualities of a properly designed home. On the other hand, homes designed by architects typically have well thought out details, appropriate scaling, and functional floor plans. Well conceived designs produce high levels of owner satisfaction and strong resale values.
- Professional accountability has real value. Anyone with a word processor can produce a “legal document”, but that doesn’t make them a lawyer. We all want the assurance of professional accreditation when we seek out medical care or take our kids to the dentist. For what it costs to build or remodel a home, and the potential for problems that can result from poor design, hiring an architect to guide the process seems like a wise investment.
It is pretty easy to find someone to prepare inexpensive plans for your new home or remodel. As with anything, you will get what you pay for. If the home you want to build is very simple or is a modification of stock plans from a book, a drafting service may be a good choice for your project. If you want a unique, quality custom home you will likely be better served by hiring an architect.
When you hire an Architect you are paying for their education, creativity, accountability, knowledge of construction technology, and assurance of quality. It makes good financial sense to enlist the services of a trained professional when you are preparing to make what is likely one of the biggest financial commitments of your life.
For more information on the value of hiring an Architect, see the American Institute of Architects website at AIA.org.
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Good News On the Remodeling Front
Written October 27, 2010 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture, Contractors Architects and Contractors who specialize in residential remodels should note and take heart in the following.
The Joint Center For Housing Studies (JCFHS) of Harvard University forecasts remodeling activity to start increasing 3.1% in the 4th quarter, with a larger jump of 11.8% to follow in the 2nd quarter of 2011 as people start spending on home improvements. Among other factors, currently there are many homes that have foreclosed that are being picked up and having major remodels.
The JCFHS measures improvements with such items as additions and kitchen and bath remodels. Contractors are more optimistic as well with the low interest rates fueling spending on big-ticket upgrades. These forecasted improvements are a breath of fresh air after a 3 year decline.
As we wrote last September in our blog post “A Great Time to Remodel” there are many factors that would lend itself to remodeling at this time. Construction costs have dropped, those interested in selling are upgrading so their home is a standout among the others, tax incentives for energy efficiency are still available and more. Now is an ideal time to rethink and begin the remodel you have been postponing.
Annie Hendricks, contributing author. Annie received a B.A. In Economics and has worked as a trader and portfolio manager both in New York City and Seattle.
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Mountain Living’s Top Mountain Architects
Written September 10, 2010 by John Hendricks, Architect AIA • Filed Under Architecture, Mountain Architecture, Sandpoint Hendricks Architecture has recently been named to Mountain Living Magazine’s Top Mountain Architects and Interior Designers. Mountain Living is the premier magazine on mountain architecture.
This has been a busy summer in publications for us, with also having a private residence at The Idaho Club featured in Sandpoint Magazine (pages 84-88), along with John as a featured architect in Green Building & Design (page 25). We will also have a residence featured in Cabin Life Magazine in December.
We feel truly blessed and honored to be a part of these publications.
John Hendricks, AIA Architect
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