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View fullsize I am temporarily kicked out of the Frankfort reno as flooring gets installed so I am back in Arcadia, working on finishing-up this walkway and outdoor shower enclosure. Natural cedar was definitely the right choice here! It's looking great next to th
View fullsize Finishing off the workday with some trail time. Spring wildflowers are on their way!
View fullsize It's cabinet install week at the Frankfort renovation. Things are really going to be looking different in the next few weeks as flooring, appliances, trim, and final fixtures will follow.
View fullsize That moment when the newly installed window could also be a painting.
View fullsize Trying to match stain...a saga.
View fullsize I am gradually phasing back into work life but definitely still reflecting on the last two weeks overseas with Em. A highlight was seeing the incredible Notre Dame restoration (from 2019's fire). The level of coordination to complete a historical pro
View fullsize Done (for now). The cedar walkway to the beach has been completed and I am really happy with the final look. There's still an outdoor shower to enclose but for now, this is set and ready for summer lake access! It was a big push to get this portion d
View fullsize The lakeside walkway continues as late February and early March weather has been extremely cooperative. Framing is complete and surface boards are going on. I am loving the natural cedar look and it should age/blend in well with the natural scenery.
View fullsize It's drywall stocking day in Frankfort. 55 degrees at 8am on February 27th is incredibly bizarre but it does make these jobs easier...
View fullsize Last week teased us with some April-like temps so we took advantage and got started on this beach walkway/outdoor shower project. It will be a nice addition to the lakeside reno. This week we are back indoors, installing new windows and prepping for
View fullsize My new project is still in full demo mode so I thought I would finally share some "finished" photos from the lake reno. We wrapped-up here before Christmas and it will be great to see these new spaces get used!
View fullsize It's been a few weeks since we wrapped-up the sauna interior (minus trim) and the timing was perfect. Stepping into 160+ degrees when the outside temp is below 0 has been such a treat.
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View fullsize We have been busy at the Frankfort reno - everything has been brought back to studs, surfaces are being leveled, new spaces are framed, and hardwood flooring has been revealed! With the addition of a vaulted ceiling and the removal of a primary wall,
View fullsize This week kicked off demo at our new renovation in Frankfort - bringing things down to the studs to start with a blank canvas! Stay tuned for updates throughout the winter as we update and cozy-fy this great space.
View fullsize November's first weekend was a beauty so Em and I hit the sauna build again. I wrapped-up the cedar roof and Em installed the interior vapor barrier. Getting closer to having this thing up and running!
View fullsize Wrapped-up this stair and railing project just as the weather turned. I am pleased to be heading back indoors for the foreseeable future although it was fun to get this deck in tip-top shape!
View fullsize Finn and Holly's sibs, Rayna and Rowan, kept me company this week as I snuck in a quick project for their human.
View fullsize The seasons are changing on the lake house reno. Besides some special order items I am still waiting for, this project is *just* about done. Looking forward to sharing more photos in the coming weeks!
View fullsize Switched things up this week and headed to a different site to finish up a bit of outdoor work before the weather turns. This deck extension and new set of stairs are all prepped for some stone work that will be completed soon.