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Category Archives: Kitchen
Week 12 Progress Pics–Staircase Edition
I received news that the temporary stairs were installed! Naturally, I stopped by the house to see the progress. And this time, I took plenty of pictures of the 2nd and 3rd floors. Demolition is done. Framing is almost complete. … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Dining Room, Entrance, Floor Layout, Framing, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Pictures, Powder Room, Staircase, Vestibule
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GC Walkthrough
Joe and I had an appointment to meet the general contractor this evening for a quick walkthrough to answer a few questions that have come up along the way. While we both had our iPhones and the camera, we didn’t … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Floor Layout, Framing, General Contractor, Kitchen, Powder Room, Staircase
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A Little Visual Inspiration
We’ve been surfing the web, tearing out pages from magazines and looking everywhere around us for inspiration. Here are some starting points for the various rooms. Remodelista.com and Houzz.com rank up there. Do you have any inspiration to share? If … Continue reading
Posted in Deck, Entrance, Fireplace, Inspiration, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Patio, Staircase, Vestibule
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Week 10 Progress Pics
The joists are now framed out for the staircase opening. Supports are in place. The hallway into the kitchen is now open. I can see floor joists for the third floor—though still no easy access for me up to the … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Floor Layout, Framing, Kitchen, Pictures, Powder Room, Staircase
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