September 9, 2009
Board and batten siding complete and shingles are on!
The front porch, we were able to use onld barn wood for the stairs, railings, decking and posts.
The west side of the house
The crew is now moving to the inside as the majority of the outdoor work is complete. The electical and plumbing are also complete and we are waiting for an inspection tomorrow. They will begin isulating and dry wall nexk week! Stay tuned!
August 25, 2009
Here are some recent Pictures of the progress on our house!
They have started adding the board and batten siding and we are using the old barn siding for our window trim and fascia.
We have used stone from the foundation of the barn as well as an old oak beam for the mantel.
looking into the sunken living room
The North side of the house including the outdoor fireplace that will eventually be a screened in porch. The fireplace will use barn stone similar to the one inside
July 30, 2009
Beams Seperating Kitchen & Living Room
Looking From Kitchen Toward Hallway and Den
Trusses with Roof Peaks Added
July 17, 2009
The first of the old barn wood to be used as decking and posts for our front porch.
Truss system in place.
June 24, 2009
A quick house update, last week the footers were poured and today the masons begin our foundation! The foundation should not take too long, as our builders are anticipating starting next week. Also worth mentioning, the weather looks great for at least the next 10 days!
June 19, 2009
Chase enjoying a nice dinner with his grandparents
Two weeks ago, we met my Dad and his wife Christine in Virginia for a farewell dinner. They were in D.C. as my dad was preparing for his trip to Albania for two years. Maggie, Chase and I met them half way between D.C. and Madison for a quick dinner. Chase was very excited to see them both and was on his best behavior:) He provided some great entertainment for us all. My Dad is now in Tirana, Albania (Tirana: Tiranë or Tirana) is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Albania. It was founded in 1614 by Sulejman Pasha and became Albania’s capital city in 1920. He is working there as the Director of several law enforcement training facilities located in and around Albania. From the few pictures I have seen, it looks to be a beautiful country and he seems to be settling in nicely. We hope to get the opportunity to go visit him some time next year. We will see him again in October for a family wedding in Vermont.
June 12, 2009
Chase in his new Alta shirt. Thanks Matt & Leisa!
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