On Tue, 28 Jun 2005 10:21:13 -0500, Hax Planx
wrote:

Any
ideas for a cheap remedy just for the radiating heat problem? I know I
could insulate the roof, but that isn't the direction I want to go with
this space.

Have you considered installing a fan in the wall near the peak of the
roof, where the heat collects? If you do that, and open a window at
your level, it should cool the place down fairly quickly and
signifigantly. Even a good size passive vent might help quite a bit.