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Old 03-30-2009, 01:57 PM   #15 (permalink)
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I'll echo what's already been mentioned: the transition at the end of the roof may be too abrupt. Maybe better to think in terms of arcs, not planes. (Harder to do mock up though.)

As well, the ideal shape of the "shoulders" (where it transitions from "side" to "top") should be generously rounded if possible, rather than sharp.

I think it's worth pursuing.
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