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Looks good.... :thumbsup I suggest using SCREWS where ever possible. 2 advantages; Strength, and easily removed if you decide to make changes. I also suggest you cover to roof over the chicken wire with some light duty tarps at least. Sun shade and rain. The tarps come in different colors...

:goodpost: And there is sufficient lumber on hand to complete the run,:thumbsup

This is what I had in mind,,,, to look like this. instead of like this. These are just pix of door trim, but its what I could find quickly to convey my thought. Can be applied to windows just the same. It is just a matter of personal taste. :thumbsup

Not confusion at all... :thumbsup I think your trim Ideas are great. I would butt at corners rather than 45 Degree. This allows you to use wider on bottom and top and narrower on the sides. Looks good that way. You also can make it pretty by using different color (paint) for the trim and the...

Ok ,,, well, a 2 x 2 backing would still be good in case a raccoon would want to rip out the screen. The wood behind would provide more strength to hold the HC from being pulled open.

Ok now I get the picture. Yes, it would be a good idea to frame out the inside like with a 2 x 2 lumber. To mount windows I would use screws. Easier if you need to remove for whatever reason in future.

The Smart Side panels look like fine for the job. Will take your paint well. Your windows will look prettier with a frame around it. Not sure what windows you have or want. Install your trim with a nailer with no problem. The panels look beefy enough to hold nails. Make sure that if the nails...

Just make the coop best estimate dimensions. As you build, improvise. For a small 4x4 floor space coop, I personally would not go with deep litter. Deep litter would also work better if it was on earth ground. Try DL in your run area. How many chickens are you intending on keeping. I know...