Skylights can have a dramatic impact on the interior of the building. Natural daylight provides interesting light and can reduce the need for other artificial types of lighting.  

A linear skylight requires integration with the structure. In this case roof joists were enclosed by and included into the ceiling design without adding any awkwardness.

The key features of the detail are the:

• structural integration
• roof flashing and counter-flashing
• ceiling configuration and detailing to show off the skylight
• identifying other components of the skylight system

A custom casework reception counter requires details to describe what is required. While striving to accommodate the work flow of the user, it is pointless to make it too customized - people move on.

Not shown here are the ADA counter height and knee space that is required now. See this article for one solution.

The transaction top is shown 14" deep, which is a good size for signing in on visitors' list. Overhanging the front face of the casework a few inches would improve the detail. Also using a work surface height of 30" would be preferred.

The front face of the casework can be any material you like. This counter was curved to fit the space, and limited the choices somewhat.