[Jewelry making - Article 00345] - Re: [Orchid] Studio Design

[Dave Sebaste]

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>      What was your reason for doing a studio from the ground up -
>     instead of purchasing property already built wouldn't that have
>     been cheaper? 

    Hi Nancy, I was evolving from the state of working in makeshift areas
    to having my dream of a dedicated studio space. I didn't want to have
    it *in* the house, due to the potential dangers. At the time, I
    wanted it on the property so I could access quickly and easily at any
    time. At that time I was kind of semi-pro, with a full time job. My
    perspective has changed somewhat since leaving gainful employment to
    purse this as a career. 

    I didn't pour a foundation, and all that. I had a fellow come on
    site and build it (12'x16') in a day, for about $2000. I had him
    upgrade a few features, and I bought five storm windows to have him
    install. I then had all the utilities run, including natural gas and
    cable. 

    One thing I wish I had done most is insulation. Most of the time its
    not a problem in this climate, but the extremes are unpleasant. I can
    still insulate the roof, which would probably benefit me greatly, but
    the walls have benches semi-permanently mounted to them, and it would
    be a major disruption to try to insulate them. 

    My perspective today is that its a little uncomfortable for everyone
    involved (including my wife) to meet clients at the house. A public
    studio would be much more... ummm... normal? Also, as a dialogue with
    Karen Christians pointed out, there would be a clear delineation
    between when I'm working and when I'm not. A studio away from home
    would minimize the number of times that I get caught up in domestic
    chores during my work day. Oh, the dishes need to be done, I should
    do a load of laundry, etc. 

    I am looking at a small off-retail space that might be coming
    available soon. Its about a mile from here, and the price is right.
    Could be then next step in my studio evolution. Then I get to think
    about these things all over again! 

All the best,
Dave
Dave Sebaste
Sebaste Studio and
Carolina Artisans' Gallery
Charlotte, NC (USA)
dave AT sebaste.com 
http://www.CarolinaArtisans.com 

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