Bad News

Bad News

December, 2009  A week ago, it was a first-snow day, cars off the road, schools delayed, the house so cold I could see my breath. Clark had not returned my calls over the past day and neither Sam nor Eric appear to have been on site. Only dog footprints marked the...
Office Studio Framing

Office Studio Framing

Office Studio Framing December, 2009  It’s hard to say what’s my favorite part. There’s the loft that will be a cozy retreat, the kitchen with ample space for serious cooking, and a wonderful bathroom filled with light and air. But it’s the studio that will be my...
Garage Begins

Garage Begins

Garage Begins December, 2009  Garage construction began right before Thanksgiving and continues this week. Our goal is to get everything dried in as soon as we can and put in for another draw in time for holiday paychecks. The garage is framed in sturdy 2×6...
New Stairs

New Stairs

New Stairs December, 2009  A new main staircase is an addition to the original plan that will make the entry hall, and our daily lives, much more gracious. The old stairs were solid, but descended to an awkward point right in front of what will now be the main guest...