The historic house we are renovating is a storied place. I don't mean the three stories of living space; I mean the tales within the walls. The house was built originally as a duplex in 1920. We are the first to convert it to a single family home. It was a fraternity house for a … [Read more...] about Auspicious Words to Live By
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Renovation Progress
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My Son’s Christmas Wish
I haven't written much about our home renovation lately. There hasn't been much to report. The guts of the house aren't all that interesting but warranted the most work. There's plumbing now. I'm assuming the electrical works too. The floors are as level as they're going to get. … [Read more...] about My Son’s Christmas Wish
What’s Old is New Again
The thing about a historic renovation is the ever tugging dance to make character and convenience move in step. The beauty we are renovating was built in 1920. It was built originally as a duplex, and we will be the first to convert it to a single family home. It's a big job, … [Read more...] about What’s Old is New Again
Historic Home Renovation in Progress
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Smores at My House – (not so) Wordless Wednesday
Walls are coming down to turn this into a screened in porch. The fireplace is so big that my 10 and 8 year old children can both fit in it, practically standing up. We see ourselves spending a lot of time in this room. It's going to be our slice of heaven, even though there's … [Read more...] about Smores at My House – (not so) Wordless Wednesday
If These Walls Could Talk
There is no amount of planning that prepares you for a massive historic home renovation. This is our third such project, and so far, the most exciting. There are hiccups already, but the planning carries on. Our contractor, Original Space, has been the perfect blend of … [Read more...] about If These Walls Could Talk