tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58611671339799315282024-01-02T05:49:04.812-05:00Home Building ProjectEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-80162019942839989852011-08-03T21:05:00.002-04:002011-08-03T21:17:10.768-04:00Our First ChristmasWe were so excited to celebrate our first Christmas in our new home. Our entire family came over on Christmas Eve to spend the night and help us celebrate Christmas. I was so excited about breaking in our new kitchen. We cooked snack foods all day on Christmas Eve, and made a terrific breakfast and dinner on Christmas Day. The highlight was when we woke up on Christmas morning to a fresh blanket of snow! The last time it snowed on Christmas morning in Chattanooga was over 20 year ago. We really felt blessed this year! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJlA_rPJoSFVleqiDZwnIncBIQvnQ2L288Wl8xYge2URmHD0cHDyN36LQqD3JBN1MBeSNHdgsOAb-GfgNFv98hCSWhClycga92uPkyT2zdhSjjv3rqg6671jdklgwlxjDWNCePmUj0LE0/s1600/christmas+060.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJlA_rPJoSFVleqiDZwnIncBIQvnQ2L288Wl8xYge2URmHD0cHDyN36LQqD3JBN1MBeSNHdgsOAb-GfgNFv98hCSWhClycga92uPkyT2zdhSjjv3rqg6671jdklgwlxjDWNCePmUj0LE0/s320/christmas+060.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636801462523365906" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-49469341660775396042010-09-12T21:39:00.017-04:002010-09-12T22:25:57.754-04:00Table & Chairs, Window Treatments, Mirrors, and PendantsWe have been living in our house for a little over a week, and it is finally starting to feel like home. Because a majority of our furniture was custom ordered, it has yet to be delivered. This has been a little inconvenient and left the house feeling slightly empty. However, it has enabled us to have the space to complete other tasks, such as finishing our kitchen table! <br /><br />As I explained in a previous entry, I have been really excited about our kitchen table and chairs. The table was built from scratch by my husband. It is made of solid dark walnut. For the chairs, my mother made white linen slip covers. They are tailored beautifully to fit the Parsons chairs. We used a bamboo Roman Shade for the windows in the kitchen and keeping room. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjab91ZR1Wn8aGMdp-zFrJpJeUwXKxwnPkTxEO2QfnE20w-RKobGoq8OCudBYKpywwd5AApUBbBPx1Ctc26JygFoE7Hi1k81s-1IFItD-OeKiFuVCqeeToa2ybd86dvYbRMVuAEh7M7G5w/s1600/Breakfast+table+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjab91ZR1Wn8aGMdp-zFrJpJeUwXKxwnPkTxEO2QfnE20w-RKobGoq8OCudBYKpywwd5AApUBbBPx1Ctc26JygFoE7Hi1k81s-1IFItD-OeKiFuVCqeeToa2ybd86dvYbRMVuAEh7M7G5w/s320/Breakfast+table+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516209096154765298" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAt1_-VrFwwuXupHyjaPZt3I1KiEpW9KMn69wAnoCZDnSJj3kgNm4NOFU_mgaDhUCFnNVaPiN10l6WjdSlajBKxwm7Blfsdfmr7w9ITvbwHto8CHKB410ZyLP2f_zwuDetc2y-FJaYJ9A/s1600/Breakfast+table+details.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAt1_-VrFwwuXupHyjaPZt3I1KiEpW9KMn69wAnoCZDnSJj3kgNm4NOFU_mgaDhUCFnNVaPiN10l6WjdSlajBKxwm7Blfsdfmr7w9ITvbwHto8CHKB410ZyLP2f_zwuDetc2y-FJaYJ9A/s320/Breakfast+table+details.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208967238376978" /></a><br />The turn-buckle (at the bottom of the table) is one of my favorite parts. It makes the table truly unique!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDP_saNQaDp-MIRb-VDdurN7gNu3wHgCYTBPEtu4IWQD9Ww2PrPC5fb4z2pu-sAXODeBvPS3ZXbwWisplKQuZ4oJFIQwdbvk_YD2uEP2KwojZAS6JpzRe-ZL3GxBjZp3E1fiIkpEWXUr0/s1600/Breakfast+table+details+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDP_saNQaDp-MIRb-VDdurN7gNu3wHgCYTBPEtu4IWQD9Ww2PrPC5fb4z2pu-sAXODeBvPS3ZXbwWisplKQuZ4oJFIQwdbvk_YD2uEP2KwojZAS6JpzRe-ZL3GxBjZp3E1fiIkpEWXUr0/s320/Breakfast+table+details+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208845116585698" /></a><br /><br />All of our window treatments were custom made by my mother. For the master bedroom, we selected a coffee/gunmetal silk for the side panels. Behind the panels, we made Roman Shades out of a sheer striped fabric. The curtain rods are brushed nickel with crystal finials. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGeom-n8t7pJNrPysJdm3GpO5gx7skqoskIUPX2_oK5D0cw6BeNoW5NfiFIpgyaMrNoTdSj0ZBElmiW56Z9y8T0OOyJWuI5lqzUi5VWqSP1ewGsjc7nheTN8wCwbz6t1JSjkgFmhnGMrw/s1600/Master+window+treatments.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGeom-n8t7pJNrPysJdm3GpO5gx7skqoskIUPX2_oK5D0cw6BeNoW5NfiFIpgyaMrNoTdSj0ZBElmiW56Z9y8T0OOyJWuI5lqzUi5VWqSP1ewGsjc7nheTN8wCwbz6t1JSjkgFmhnGMrw/s320/Master+window+treatments.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208469716311746" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWQbUzcBANobycgtRBaKozMSBVsz0Is46R0kdBhaQSu-BoH67XPT07PIJek_5BHoweo8d84lZ3ztqs7Gxt4oeikdME8KhvPXktFw1tdZA6g3IAY7yk2FWnImXD00tvLe81DFHObzukO-I/s1600/Master+light+and+window+treatments.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWQbUzcBANobycgtRBaKozMSBVsz0Is46R0kdBhaQSu-BoH67XPT07PIJek_5BHoweo8d84lZ3ztqs7Gxt4oeikdME8KhvPXktFw1tdZA6g3IAY7yk2FWnImXD00tvLe81DFHObzukO-I/s320/Master+light+and+window+treatments.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208377317337266" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7gJ5zncE-ODVkKHL3O4ybpwfEzfjnDhiPm034kwcvz9LDXKILkIUBjIGlBx-5HbaALgq6MfL1CILZDfwAPJRcud-r8d1Qim_mGIhHG8r8MSXXlfW7Nn56Nnhqy-uB1xXWLnPN0_RvUvE/s1600/Master+bath+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7gJ5zncE-ODVkKHL3O4ybpwfEzfjnDhiPm034kwcvz9LDXKILkIUBjIGlBx-5HbaALgq6MfL1CILZDfwAPJRcud-r8d1Qim_mGIhHG8r8MSXXlfW7Nn56Nnhqy-uB1xXWLnPN0_RvUvE/s320/Master+bath+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516207536473796914" /></a><br /><br />In the dining room, we selected a brown, green, and blue silk stripe for the panels. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfepxX311bzBsuLooHcu_IbeZy_l1J300J9eZdG355lw9eY8qqMqHDzNPNML0E_yy25YW0lSBp2AkaHQbimFC1rmhrNrrQNVOkEt4O3KrjDscc9VSDIXCM3Jug_Xt_q38SVjB7YHp6s7Y/s1600/Dining+Room.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfepxX311bzBsuLooHcu_IbeZy_l1J300J9eZdG355lw9eY8qqMqHDzNPNML0E_yy25YW0lSBp2AkaHQbimFC1rmhrNrrQNVOkEt4O3KrjDscc9VSDIXCM3Jug_Xt_q38SVjB7YHp6s7Y/s320/Dining+Room.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208248808917106" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiGwAR06xmzqCmL9kL-TzOvkLtxVszfobcTnHbRfxXs_25tL1eY5krcfzB5C_gYBku9Gg0Zs_tdMJN6mWkn6NjPQgYNw2oZmQ-C286ZdbuRr5-HBZ-U_1afjGp94Zb7fJhPniGm3z4xm8/s1600/Dining+Room+Drapes.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiGwAR06xmzqCmL9kL-TzOvkLtxVszfobcTnHbRfxXs_25tL1eY5krcfzB5C_gYBku9Gg0Zs_tdMJN6mWkn6NjPQgYNw2oZmQ-C286ZdbuRr5-HBZ-U_1afjGp94Zb7fJhPniGm3z4xm8/s320/Dining+Room+Drapes.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516208114079934034" /></a><br /><br />In the great room, we used a dark stained wooden blind. The panels are a beige linen with a rope tie back. We used a large piece of bamboo as curtain rods. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ5BkqYxgpQctxWHoFul5cV6BjVHOvFTunpzw-jB7kWT9cyWQSdqXFJjYV0XK-piYAN1A6DIBEiM5-TRnqzRrOudipD6qB2ciUa8TwLIDTUKFFV8r6VAu3uUSguaQ42KwhsHFaw99dtMg/s1600/Greatroom+window+treatment.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ5BkqYxgpQctxWHoFul5cV6BjVHOvFTunpzw-jB7kWT9cyWQSdqXFJjYV0XK-piYAN1A6DIBEiM5-TRnqzRrOudipD6qB2ciUa8TwLIDTUKFFV8r6VAu3uUSguaQ42KwhsHFaw99dtMg/s320/Greatroom+window+treatment.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516207799984511026" /></a><br /><br />In the bathrooms, I had specific ideas of what I wanted for mirrors. I love the look of framed mirrors, but I felt that would be too heavy and masculine for our master bathroom. I was so excited when I found the master bath mirrors at Pier 1. They are rectangular, and framed with beveled glass. This creates the look of a framed mirror, while keeping it feminine with the glass. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Q1cVSaZiy_8tuNyaWfRIwvRYozALSvkuekQNt1ztbWZknfYhvOsWVcaYUz5ri7TM1Wg4wh9oqQs8lBpAKHPTf2ThyfAYoLX0RHVYpKsMBi6_DVo9oG2hmQMbYxoDI9i3C-Vg8Lh2-bc/s1600/Master+bath.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Q1cVSaZiy_8tuNyaWfRIwvRYozALSvkuekQNt1ztbWZknfYhvOsWVcaYUz5ri7TM1Wg4wh9oqQs8lBpAKHPTf2ThyfAYoLX0RHVYpKsMBi6_DVo9oG2hmQMbYxoDI9i3C-Vg8Lh2-bc/s320/Master+bath.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516207624493489890" /></a><br /><br />The powder room mirror was also a great find! It is a white-washed, rustic framed mirror from Home Goods. The antique looking frame looks so unique paired with the chic light fixture. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxM_ped2qpzWmNITg6A_GvJh8AUOpmgwgwsT6Oez3qzB1CDyKojioGA7Dc17KOGHa8IrzeRBrTVhJlr5_pqWdB060suUTINr_4vPXTQPARPeqxYAJF0nnZUuo-lmMg1GsEgDAbMWfLFJs/s1600/Powder+room.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxM_ped2qpzWmNITg6A_GvJh8AUOpmgwgwsT6Oez3qzB1CDyKojioGA7Dc17KOGHa8IrzeRBrTVhJlr5_pqWdB060suUTINr_4vPXTQPARPeqxYAJF0nnZUuo-lmMg1GsEgDAbMWfLFJs/s320/Powder+room.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516207438981701826" /></a><br /><br />For our kitchen pendant lights, I wanted to continue the rustic/contemporary look. The round glass piece provides the edginess to the heavy stainless body of the light. They look perfect with the glass backsplash, drum light, and table & chairs. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOJn5VPfcLyKNBV3M617exg2C83Er1GANgALqyqCcVCwIupX5EGbw3huwWUCTNhC9DQG_0ZLWoszUUBcZ9o5cNVoANTbtoQN6ldhAB4nrHipuj-jRrfJQ-Fut5r1vreuKw_GxZjM_Uo_A/s1600/Island+kitchen+lights+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOJn5VPfcLyKNBV3M617exg2C83Er1GANgALqyqCcVCwIupX5EGbw3huwWUCTNhC9DQG_0ZLWoszUUBcZ9o5cNVoANTbtoQN6ldhAB4nrHipuj-jRrfJQ-Fut5r1vreuKw_GxZjM_Uo_A/s320/Island+kitchen+lights+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516209331966621314" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-16607154350389754572010-09-06T21:52:00.003-04:002010-09-12T22:28:12.201-04:00ClosingThe past few weeks have been so busy! Last Monday, our finalized punch list was completed. Once the last few details in the house were touched-up or corrected, the only thing left to do was wait on the bank. We thought this would be a lengthy process; however, we received a phone call Tuesday morning that we were cleared to close. Fortunately, we were able to close that afternoon! Little did we know: the lengthy process was only beginning. On Wednesday, we installed accent lights in the house and started hanging window treatments. Thursday, our stored furniture was delivered. Friday, we had our personal belongings moved. Saturday and Sunday we unpacked tons of boxes. Today, we worked on organizing the garage. Over the next few days we plan to have our bedroom furniture delivered, along with our new Samsung washer & dryer. Sadly, it will be another 3-4 weeks before we get our living room and keeping room furniture.<br /><br />We are so excited to have gone through this process. Although stressful at times, it has been incredible seeing our final product. Once the boxes are cleared, there will be tons of pictures to follow!Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-38992934813617292202010-08-19T22:31:00.007-04:002010-08-19T22:49:45.901-04:00LandscapingThankfully, the weather was nice today. The landscapers were able to completely install our landscape lighting, irrigation system, and plant all of our shrubs. The front, sides, and back yard are temporarily covered in straw. I look forward to seeing the pretty green grass in the next few weeks. <br /><br />We used a combination of different shrubs to give a woodsy/multi-textured look. We planted: arborvitae, japanese yews, loropetalum, indian hawthorne, and cleyera. Once the sod goes down in a few weeks, they will plant a Maple Tree and River Birch Tree in the back yard. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhUEMYAqa__hEscUIl-jmL5RtzhqW9YF0VL4gUYT1W9HYlfO4LZcKhgWig8m1B2Ziq8joHdWcl0INuIcU5YUxRt0BbhOihz7PzWj5VVCWN02EtA3j3817iPeb6WVRN0MkuCSNbNq6P-aw/s1600/Front+elevation+8-19-10+II.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhUEMYAqa__hEscUIl-jmL5RtzhqW9YF0VL4gUYT1W9HYlfO4LZcKhgWig8m1B2Ziq8joHdWcl0INuIcU5YUxRt0BbhOihz7PzWj5VVCWN02EtA3j3817iPeb6WVRN0MkuCSNbNq6P-aw/s320/Front+elevation+8-19-10+II.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507314618028926658" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx2APeCMM4L1-HreM18EIgdkY4Wkkvk1FiOqol8EY-_svxgGO0Yn5gEK9tRwbZbEGnT0MNv5_uQC1TYO1yyNcSYXpYeUWh3iueH2byn_4b6A2lLOemuYZpHKWhD39JfmqHb45C303yr9Q/s1600/Front+Street+View+8-19-10.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx2APeCMM4L1-HreM18EIgdkY4Wkkvk1FiOqol8EY-_svxgGO0Yn5gEK9tRwbZbEGnT0MNv5_uQC1TYO1yyNcSYXpYeUWh3iueH2byn_4b6A2lLOemuYZpHKWhD39JfmqHb45C303yr9Q/s320/Front+Street+View+8-19-10.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507314416345863698" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK4Vss-H59_1x5q1ayLIwPLu9xk9TDn27qj_OEv7wiJ8ypw-id-6v1b8isn8VHzUtmSTkyoLvNxMRuEseBBNln8ECHp7lD6zX-_8R37nxVffPZmRUBD7ekfKC4tRBfIX9fLnEMO2qi7Qg/s1600/Front+Porch+and+Plant+Beds.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK4Vss-H59_1x5q1ayLIwPLu9xk9TDn27qj_OEv7wiJ8ypw-id-6v1b8isn8VHzUtmSTkyoLvNxMRuEseBBNln8ECHp7lD6zX-_8R37nxVffPZmRUBD7ekfKC4tRBfIX9fLnEMO2qi7Qg/s320/Front+Porch+and+Plant+Beds.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507314315196094082" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jsr5PCkKlkgNhAzaosun8-ABJDRXe8F2VxM0rRWolg3xwEmFW_wNT3UXmeX_2wdY8437xDbMVjY82Gbx3C2fPGjfsXMveKg8MfIHHYu1oStw6B9kKGstnpExZrDwP5jeQlcdxUU4IGY/s1600/Front+plant+bed.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jsr5PCkKlkgNhAzaosun8-ABJDRXe8F2VxM0rRWolg3xwEmFW_wNT3UXmeX_2wdY8437xDbMVjY82Gbx3C2fPGjfsXMveKg8MfIHHYu1oStw6B9kKGstnpExZrDwP5jeQlcdxUU4IGY/s320/Front+plant+bed.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507314251993903938" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmJ50QKuakf6xv9JbR_JH9Llq9zkYXlrj_Cs20Tp_f1Lib-xzijK6J4h_UmgoNY6W3rRBQlh8a7TCXrtlXJg3Xgx4_8iRHAeBTL-MP2SFrS020m9Tkc71921yUDSqMptnsvjqsKafXE4/s1600/Front+Landscape+(left).JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmJ50QKuakf6xv9JbR_JH9Llq9zkYXlrj_Cs20Tp_f1Lib-xzijK6J4h_UmgoNY6W3rRBQlh8a7TCXrtlXJg3Xgx4_8iRHAeBTL-MP2SFrS020m9Tkc71921yUDSqMptnsvjqsKafXE4/s320/Front+Landscape+(left).JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507314193295085426" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-31400870350820564292010-08-18T23:01:00.012-04:002010-08-18T23:28:48.370-04:00Almost Finished!!Yesterday, we met with our foreman to do a walk through. We were absolutely amazed to see that the house was so close to being finished. With the exception of our landscaping, all of the major details have been completed. At this point, it is mostly small things that need to be touched up or corrected. It is looking like we will be closing in the next 1-2 weeks. It is so exciting to know that the finish line is right around the corner.<br /><br />The hardwood floor details:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHkhSeJ5qPoHDiWAJBUv1JQ-qNZtMGj3hbsvus9pqPxiA7Vf58DRHIY4W5TbI8Qqo1vaUdPgh18f-X0wTepiP3vcqPBvE__rkssv0UrwZfbCHgZe__G8iOQ7Q3FPJYBaE_80uMNi6byI/s1600/Dining+room+%26+foyer+with+hardwood.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHkhSeJ5qPoHDiWAJBUv1JQ-qNZtMGj3hbsvus9pqPxiA7Vf58DRHIY4W5TbI8Qqo1vaUdPgh18f-X0wTepiP3vcqPBvE__rkssv0UrwZfbCHgZe__G8iOQ7Q3FPJYBaE_80uMNi6byI/s320/Dining+room+%26+foyer+with+hardwood.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953604838392130" /></a><br />Dining Room & Foyer<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGdsSjni4P-6sW-fohBcrmH9RZIG5KjTExoP_4rSH2PBRG5AKqWClKiTkRJaraDSY7afR5s3HFQDqhLVeoLcF3tmJ-zFN8y9Pe3dhN89uqT7psm3We6kbBBJm-0hVBhi5c8N7-Qd-WDuA/s1600/Great+room+with+hardwood.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGdsSjni4P-6sW-fohBcrmH9RZIG5KjTExoP_4rSH2PBRG5AKqWClKiTkRJaraDSY7afR5s3HFQDqhLVeoLcF3tmJ-zFN8y9Pe3dhN89uqT7psm3We6kbBBJm-0hVBhi5c8N7-Qd-WDuA/s320/Great+room+with+hardwood.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953509823298274" /></a><br />Greatroom<br /><br /><br />Carpet Details:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTwSuYaExBS4fMK9CjUsrHnRjZszw7diemDMB5ReV94h4HXV8xJm9_1MPH_EQg6ZGd9arnFiZGViT4xljl8oI_N6PgZw8ls3bMjk_WSh7b2gZO6db8ucGZJItX_iCMddi2vw8TGypOrI/s1600/Hallway+Carpet.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTwSuYaExBS4fMK9CjUsrHnRjZszw7diemDMB5ReV94h4HXV8xJm9_1MPH_EQg6ZGd9arnFiZGViT4xljl8oI_N6PgZw8ls3bMjk_WSh7b2gZO6db8ucGZJItX_iCMddi2vw8TGypOrI/s320/Hallway+Carpet.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953397079860434" /></a><br />Upstairs Hallway Carpet<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1RoKBjLkS8nYft1QlGNoSiCQl8osO0gAq4xaOes3x5yPvaPMD-YvKB1WOEDEvA7x1rX6Jb56c5_amJsr3RSbypQ_Ly48daFqAPivtwrqH1Q2UcnuY7DldMZqu6wvSAhezi2oEAleN7c/s1600/Master+Bedroom+Carpet.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1RoKBjLkS8nYft1QlGNoSiCQl8osO0gAq4xaOes3x5yPvaPMD-YvKB1WOEDEvA7x1rX6Jb56c5_amJsr3RSbypQ_Ly48daFqAPivtwrqH1Q2UcnuY7DldMZqu6wvSAhezi2oEAleN7c/s320/Master+Bedroom+Carpet.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953335898902978" /></a><br />Master Bedroom Carpet<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrBEymXiOOQdfLxROuclDB518h3Og5Xu9pkQdiAwrStnLt77UnPr5RmMsE8-dGqBeoz9TNxuvbcT25zNG4kiJNLypelcDz62BW3triVgF7J3ZGNZruc787KlIjkfEaHLTrv-kbCYunbMI/s1600/BR+2+Carpet.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrBEymXiOOQdfLxROuclDB518h3Og5Xu9pkQdiAwrStnLt77UnPr5RmMsE8-dGqBeoz9TNxuvbcT25zNG4kiJNLypelcDz62BW3triVgF7J3ZGNZruc787KlIjkfEaHLTrv-kbCYunbMI/s320/BR+2+Carpet.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953258173621778" /></a><br />Upstairs Bedroom Carpet<br /><br /><br />Fridgidare Appliances:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEI1GYZqV7VJFgHv82rCZC1_0ejzsX74MGBZMOUfGsgQyuWkpcH5miqie_Spj9jbD8PaL8vyNOUQ08l1PQP-TuoxC74VuDz2gmg2kZ_4ZenM0wMc5BDjBTnrQGXAcR1AoI09UmC9AxSHk/s1600/Kitchen+with+stove+%26+microwave.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEI1GYZqV7VJFgHv82rCZC1_0ejzsX74MGBZMOUfGsgQyuWkpcH5miqie_Spj9jbD8PaL8vyNOUQ08l1PQP-TuoxC74VuDz2gmg2kZ_4ZenM0wMc5BDjBTnrQGXAcR1AoI09UmC9AxSHk/s320/Kitchen+with+stove+%26+microwave.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953142274963970" /></a><br />Stove & Microwave<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_eAWFH9t5jLeaZxbcdfyo4Y0S-lXj4Gv4DNMU1HJs8AbLRGPRfQPH5br3ZcLkIYys8lZ26rDZOVZVwuMjACgWGOfaxym7bG_8rnYmly6TpEBr81W-sC6phctDPk0WEuROmwyhlN2gXOo/s1600/Kitchen+with+fridge.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_eAWFH9t5jLeaZxbcdfyo4Y0S-lXj4Gv4DNMU1HJs8AbLRGPRfQPH5br3ZcLkIYys8lZ26rDZOVZVwuMjACgWGOfaxym7bG_8rnYmly6TpEBr81W-sC6phctDPk0WEuROmwyhlN2gXOo/s320/Kitchen+with+fridge.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953068307984738" /></a><br />Refrigerator<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQwwzPCZGpqmD581PClpoq6E4Fla74p12FHOHHY-CZZRVoBRZkT3-4G1cXfZVsMdHHPAL8Fi3P9m5itAphLtzieLBWLZbMohchhD9vNuEH9KRijujpRkEw2EO7Nx3vMyedJU-o5yvESj4/s1600/Kitchen+Island+with+dishwasher.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQwwzPCZGpqmD581PClpoq6E4Fla74p12FHOHHY-CZZRVoBRZkT3-4G1cXfZVsMdHHPAL8Fi3P9m5itAphLtzieLBWLZbMohchhD9vNuEH9KRijujpRkEw2EO7Nx3vMyedJU-o5yvESj4/s320/Kitchen+Island+with+dishwasher.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506952998989954066" /></a><br />Dishwasher<br /><br /><br />We have had a few rainy days, so unfortunately, our landscaping has been delayed. Hopefully, they will be finished in the next day or two. We have decided to plant our shrubs now, but wait until late September to plant our trees & lay the sod. Apparently, this is a very bad time of the year to lay sod because it is so hot. So, for the first month or so, our yard will consist of straw.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFrwEygC2x4uiwtB110M-E-obL2t3bepuzrlAlC3dVroNi-P_DV7RbwXXXJWMYz_LGdzVZF4kRazCdwemr0inzVPb_yYTt19H0Rzsr9Q1j-Q0RnG5kZyGHzRQDv5rOrDmqWjWpZnDINC0/s1600/Plants+in+garage.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFrwEygC2x4uiwtB110M-E-obL2t3bepuzrlAlC3dVroNi-P_DV7RbwXXXJWMYz_LGdzVZF4kRazCdwemr0inzVPb_yYTt19H0Rzsr9Q1j-Q0RnG5kZyGHzRQDv5rOrDmqWjWpZnDINC0/s320/Plants+in+garage.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953858591761170" /></a><br />Plants in garage, ready to plant.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOgol1NRGRSIcGHKzGzBr7VvEYepVTDDhzknb2euEUWk8tj1XPdPO5IXj-W_9s3C1W-qEFZcDFmHhh0SmD32vnOKhsFPRwt7oxsVhCBeqyxXxhFxVYjdRELPt-3kZrg3qjHiIirzBriHc/s1600/Front+Yard+Irrigation.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOgol1NRGRSIcGHKzGzBr7VvEYepVTDDhzknb2euEUWk8tj1XPdPO5IXj-W_9s3C1W-qEFZcDFmHhh0SmD32vnOKhsFPRwt7oxsVhCBeqyxXxhFxVYjdRELPt-3kZrg3qjHiIirzBriHc/s320/Front+Yard+Irrigation.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506953802920782306" /></a><br />Irrigation SystemEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-49293381462797481152010-08-14T22:57:00.014-04:002010-08-14T23:42:34.012-04:00Backsplash, Front Door, Mantle, and FurnitureNow that our estimated completion date has been moved up, the contractors have been working long hours, every day! Thankfully, the final details have been coming together nicely. We should be seeing a final product next week! <br /><br />We were so excited to see that the glass tile backsplash was finally installed in the kitchen. I have been waiting for months to see how it would look. The combination of the glass tile with the granite is so beautiful. So far, this is my favorite part of the house! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlB1N_plvt0h7VoHSmgJolBqkLZBFojEgBPH2vQzMoMrXs_7AaqfzX-eO90te3My_ZmMA7A9UW5xa2xVT4bCV_AheKRGVZ8iF07NTjDWESOuK2A52C8aNUCkFPnEPBz5C3brbd54dnnXs/s1600/Kitchen+Backsplash+4.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlB1N_plvt0h7VoHSmgJolBqkLZBFojEgBPH2vQzMoMrXs_7AaqfzX-eO90te3My_ZmMA7A9UW5xa2xVT4bCV_AheKRGVZ8iF07NTjDWESOuK2A52C8aNUCkFPnEPBz5C3brbd54dnnXs/s320/Kitchen+Backsplash+4.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505466234575047346" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJlFqVUV6qrBM3Gkf4PJCS84-X2L_qbAJx62jqb6Yhqf7Rh_IkNBVb9u2aLNe9gaPt8ORTLTCT_zzeTRWeu1CcVd_BeAgQFqgguZ1QdyztOqW_-vXFSnc_j_QYuIYpwCd1Z3IGk7nTJc/s1600/Kitchen+Backsplash+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFJlFqVUV6qrBM3Gkf4PJCS84-X2L_qbAJx62jqb6Yhqf7Rh_IkNBVb9u2aLNe9gaPt8ORTLTCT_zzeTRWeu1CcVd_BeAgQFqgguZ1QdyztOqW_-vXFSnc_j_QYuIYpwCd1Z3IGk7nTJc/s320/Kitchen+Backsplash+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505466177318124594" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYWLEKJkTbUYtSb9Rx2jHxcCtzRuAxGvO6oGXd4pwdNvZ5TRzhullAH8VN-g8RYgzyjw2dA6c_wLjA2Ifan1hNqBZffSwnBuOWQqDi0wysUiGOMJoyFaoSix5VhXeli-p0p8z1-Pts0vo/s1600/Kitchen+Island+Backsplash.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYWLEKJkTbUYtSb9Rx2jHxcCtzRuAxGvO6oGXd4pwdNvZ5TRzhullAH8VN-g8RYgzyjw2dA6c_wLjA2Ifan1hNqBZffSwnBuOWQqDi0wysUiGOMJoyFaoSix5VhXeli-p0p8z1-Pts0vo/s320/Kitchen+Island+Backsplash.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505466058651867762" /></a><br /><br />The front door was also installed today. We used a full glass front door with a prarie grill. The wood will be stained to match our cedar columns. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjegO-pnZMlT1IUXYwWq1VX-5XMUKwyKEAP7GGrXT4B4smM6vnnJwL3WSE2uQhyphenhyphen6QJnPaaN1atSwTW-x3uTEr6BeszvqUjySNPS6V_jC99gutA3z5F_kAY-BZPUKa1ZJaHJsMozXUI1s3U/s1600/Front+Door+Installed.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjegO-pnZMlT1IUXYwWq1VX-5XMUKwyKEAP7GGrXT4B4smM6vnnJwL3WSE2uQhyphenhyphen6QJnPaaN1atSwTW-x3uTEr6BeszvqUjySNPS6V_jC99gutA3z5F_kAY-BZPUKa1ZJaHJsMozXUI1s3U/s320/Front+Door+Installed.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505465928985914722" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgav56TJB8kYG7f0OJ8eiAHqTe4_lw4BLgwYQtdxJZRhsKbBF-WrzI1ZhXTEUutwk0GVBzV80i9CWslFL0ZBVFRmDvyfr_wkwyl-KZAEyDMCEytp9Wbc-EdQekmGO7h9bValb4gSeotAb0/s1600/Foyer+with+front+door.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgav56TJB8kYG7f0OJ8eiAHqTe4_lw4BLgwYQtdxJZRhsKbBF-WrzI1ZhXTEUutwk0GVBzV80i9CWslFL0ZBVFRmDvyfr_wkwyl-KZAEyDMCEytp9Wbc-EdQekmGO7h9bValb4gSeotAb0/s320/Foyer+with+front+door.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505465841472806466" /></a><br />The fireplace mantle is in place. Once they come to paint the final coats on the walls, they will paint the mantle white, to match the trim.<br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTvn_g6eejebsb9idXc74fNfGgUy2F61Muk6mGRApQYf6_OwDI-Rs9PU0y0QmoBMw12Y9FcuRpTtZJH82jkM-vzSS0-NoPNtY2pP4UvTZsEewtASgTLJNAb0pk3p66duw16uyaKDIqy5E/s1600/Mantle.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTvn_g6eejebsb9idXc74fNfGgUy2F61Muk6mGRApQYf6_OwDI-Rs9PU0y0QmoBMw12Y9FcuRpTtZJH82jkM-vzSS0-NoPNtY2pP4UvTZsEewtASgTLJNAb0pk3p66duw16uyaKDIqy5E/s320/Mantle.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505465769132827362" /></a><br /><br />We have also been furniture shopping for our keeping room and greatroom. Klaussner is a great furniture line because you can customize the fabric and wood selections. For the keeping room, we have decided to use 4 chairs from Klaussner. The fabric is called "Rust". <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThTts4NCaKJ9QfvbhGNbfG6kgnOmrm9_CJ6ZW_ARdE7nSgEpwmgCD0mZ-FkFA0acfi_I2YQ-5CHty602fVaBe1U8xN45T1hzDVPxZN3KF8vFaEsg4ZXZhopvPN1Cfa-JQIdFZw_Epnm8/s1600/Keeping+Room+Chairs.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 315px; height: 252px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThTts4NCaKJ9QfvbhGNbfG6kgnOmrm9_CJ6ZW_ARdE7nSgEpwmgCD0mZ-FkFA0acfi_I2YQ-5CHty602fVaBe1U8xN45T1hzDVPxZN3KF8vFaEsg4ZXZhopvPN1Cfa-JQIdFZw_Epnm8/s320/Keeping+Room+Chairs.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505472370310343074" /></a> <br />This is the style of chair, called "Virgina".<br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGrmOxidI5A6id-Au7A6aL1v0UTTg-g74S9JX19wSFD91-0ZBJ90knu-OlPTi__ZXuk4eA2mMpojMapGDxNFod87samTWn3V9xxWyIxfjRkjUlkodd51YTkhw0V1tRJa59rmpDQJ0ujjA/s1600/Keeping+room+chair+fabric.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGrmOxidI5A6id-Au7A6aL1v0UTTg-g74S9JX19wSFD91-0ZBJ90knu-OlPTi__ZXuk4eA2mMpojMapGDxNFod87samTWn3V9xxWyIxfjRkjUlkodd51YTkhw0V1tRJa59rmpDQJ0ujjA/s320/Keeping+room+chair+fabric.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505465689880720578" /></a><br />This is a sample of the fabric we will have covering the chairs. This fabric really gives the chairs a rustic, warm look.<br /><br />The couches for our greatroom are also by Klaussner. We have a large greatroom, so we will be using 2 of the couches, and a chair (which we have not decided upon yet). <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQkoW1vQlbbSCaeUD2KJy_Ohp3Hu1uSdVx8wqv2ljtA6A7HAeC2wO7vv05ZKl3PTqepQsDJ_2kuJpbfnSO6R_-tEJoCo5ne8NWaK9yLNn3bzGAeuiMSSxCODuKvy2iSjsyXuqMiFew0TE/s1600/Great+Room+Couch.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 315px; height: 252px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQkoW1vQlbbSCaeUD2KJy_Ohp3Hu1uSdVx8wqv2ljtA6A7HAeC2wO7vv05ZKl3PTqepQsDJ_2kuJpbfnSO6R_-tEJoCo5ne8NWaK9yLNn3bzGAeuiMSSxCODuKvy2iSjsyXuqMiFew0TE/s320/Great+Room+Couch.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505473413076004722" /></a><br />The design of the couch is called "Sonoma". I love the straight lines combined with the low, sloping arms. It is also about 8 feet long, so it will provide a lot of seating space. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaWzof2liPadEhGmQhoMYObc6y4wDFkQoZrYaFZmAMa11v9uMZIi-zJdVK1XnV6oZgyIg6dsWACB-p-6tfzzizEZulBbBQHlB1fL2x2ygPefDMLJUv1G3MjHWYEkbCR94_b_XnHSFyt8I/s1600/Couch+Fabric.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaWzof2liPadEhGmQhoMYObc6y4wDFkQoZrYaFZmAMa11v9uMZIi-zJdVK1XnV6oZgyIg6dsWACB-p-6tfzzizEZulBbBQHlB1fL2x2ygPefDMLJUv1G3MjHWYEkbCR94_b_XnHSFyt8I/s320/Couch+Fabric.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5505465635973312210" /></a><br />The fabric that will be covering the couches is a black, brown, and tan tweed.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-61180734950773027392010-08-11T21:50:00.009-04:002010-08-11T22:30:31.047-04:00Gutters, Staircase, Mailbox, & Garage DoorsWe received an exciting update from our foreman yesterday. According to him, the new goal is to have the house completed by August 24th. That is 13 days from today!! It seems like there are so many minor details still left to complete.<br /><br />Yesterday, they hung all of our gutters. At the last minute, we changed our minds on what color to use. During our exterior selections process, we decided on white. I never really paid much attention to the colors of gutters until now. As it was getting closer to the time to hang ours, I began noticing other new construction homes had used colors other than white. Several people will match their gutters to the roof color, and others choose to match them with the trim color. After much thought (and lost sleep), we changed from white to terra bronze. This color blends well with our roofing and siding colors. I am so happy with the way they have turned out! It was very much outside my comfort zone to go with such a dark color, especially when the idea is to get the object to blend in to the background. This was definitely the right way to go! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuo56_h9iWM8lf1XSBb3pvCKHyTKC4bkxkPlpJ1MPPJrhUD9L792Gogxc8DOIlxG1A_CZojE4-IXAEm9Ga9zereAHZGZz1oXwmJSC3txKhUUHFXQf8oleXp_PX5IxRp1Kf1PubLUuDhok/s1600/Aug.+11+Front+Elevation.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuo56_h9iWM8lf1XSBb3pvCKHyTKC4bkxkPlpJ1MPPJrhUD9L792Gogxc8DOIlxG1A_CZojE4-IXAEm9Ga9zereAHZGZz1oXwmJSC3txKhUUHFXQf8oleXp_PX5IxRp1Kf1PubLUuDhok/s320/Aug.+11+Front+Elevation.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504336723779136658" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSsNZpJ1NNNYCcZUIp9pcLFwsqYZEof7nsq_HFmTOJhAcaWcjxtOrV6sJAZlpe6sxDFQzXbWCkQbD4P7bf0Xxmsb-_iO-6c_us9Z0xVkVJrwXhv_FGScmiciPYqPpV9D90k1MxiYInjN8/s1600/Gutters+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSsNZpJ1NNNYCcZUIp9pcLFwsqYZEof7nsq_HFmTOJhAcaWcjxtOrV6sJAZlpe6sxDFQzXbWCkQbD4P7bf0Xxmsb-_iO-6c_us9Z0xVkVJrwXhv_FGScmiciPYqPpV9D90k1MxiYInjN8/s320/Gutters+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504336650709551730" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62svPD0hX35L8PmZj9c-BJFCcTzHOyWsFWvV84GWlv5XHIitU00JcLNY-D72Y-x3aupYQ3YceZHXRUAXXqbXW7xsIOsdoa6Wau3y_SXM_aaBArsxLONsQOfGU95jRQDiQEryL6f0IgF0/s1600/Gutters.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62svPD0hX35L8PmZj9c-BJFCcTzHOyWsFWvV84GWlv5XHIitU00JcLNY-D72Y-x3aupYQ3YceZHXRUAXXqbXW7xsIOsdoa6Wau3y_SXM_aaBArsxLONsQOfGU95jRQDiQEryL6f0IgF0/s320/Gutters.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504336571919100978" /></a><br /><br />Today, our interior staircase was completed. One more coat of stain will go on the treads once the workers are finished with a majority of the work upstairs. The open catwalk looks absolutely beautiful from the foyer and the greatroom. <br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp9nuHCjA1xXTj0e2zcFye_Uz-dXcE6yP0uB7fHEJVcOVnNIfCCxSnC0NuR0LhzqXqd2WtDzjJ5sltdq19wx4U1CsRWfjwoPuAmf0gZ5oA74ab_eSwcQ0xWGKqeuoSQS4rG1MH87rE_jE/s1600/Finished+Stairs.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp9nuHCjA1xXTj0e2zcFye_Uz-dXcE6yP0uB7fHEJVcOVnNIfCCxSnC0NuR0LhzqXqd2WtDzjJ5sltdq19wx4U1CsRWfjwoPuAmf0gZ5oA74ab_eSwcQ0xWGKqeuoSQS4rG1MH87rE_jE/s320/Finished+Stairs.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504335584241697762" /></a><br />View from the foyer.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdBH7AhXqBMFAF9sV71BxWOfOf2a-TjvxSpLV0jtUgDzhd-v_V-z_mWTHgDsyxbeeDSnfOltlRHom04DO9MFIR0-xNZ7CgxuKoiWhGpqzyFkrItf6QVt6EhDCsxfdY5cBb_vZ-Jyv_jfo/s1600/Catwalk.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdBH7AhXqBMFAF9sV71BxWOfOf2a-TjvxSpLV0jtUgDzhd-v_V-z_mWTHgDsyxbeeDSnfOltlRHom04DO9MFIR0-xNZ7CgxuKoiWhGpqzyFkrItf6QVt6EhDCsxfdY5cBb_vZ-Jyv_jfo/s320/Catwalk.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504343044833997298" /></a><br />View from the greatroom.<br /><br />Today, we also noticed our mailbox was in place.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8WZitLo49v1WPLaPcLdfz1lC204dOZLUYaOMqKOS51VYrgpC3oajP7Th2UxUzRnJjpvZl8Am9FuRvl3OhKjdUJxXkP3_OZ7PA3WOcf9btpc00c0kty3kUBMVw9fSiorJByNAKkvtn4tY/s1600/Mailbox.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8WZitLo49v1WPLaPcLdfz1lC204dOZLUYaOMqKOS51VYrgpC3oajP7Th2UxUzRnJjpvZl8Am9FuRvl3OhKjdUJxXkP3_OZ7PA3WOcf9btpc00c0kty3kUBMVw9fSiorJByNAKkvtn4tY/s320/Mailbox.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504335448074943890" /></a><br />It makes it seem so official!<br /><br />Our garage doors were installed and in working order today. We used the carriage style doors with black accent straps. We are thinking about painting the doors Timberbark, to match the color of our siding. They are so stark white, and I think they will blend in better being dark (like the gutters). <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHdM0DX6jO-iHzHYdS70XF32IazndtQl8TCoO8ewBM1D2UtuFp0QbnaoA8521PlvCkXM577xcpz_mQsKro1hKn4qma6V-42IJk0-XSGr6r6XnM8AdNpPgY4-5ZZPxe9qt9S87q9po-wzA/s1600/Garage+Doors.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHdM0DX6jO-iHzHYdS70XF32IazndtQl8TCoO8ewBM1D2UtuFp0QbnaoA8521PlvCkXM577xcpz_mQsKro1hKn4qma6V-42IJk0-XSGr6r6XnM8AdNpPgY4-5ZZPxe9qt9S87q9po-wzA/s320/Garage+Doors.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504335328802811458" /></a><br />Exterior<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7G-9QsOFOh5MAwtug0pGNPbat98iB_19nBDrnxb3eok3cgjqam2p1X95vMqhemFl8OKQZcX2P1h3Xbhh_6zqyW4dADohy-nP6d6M9jpNiC-dmpq-wWXf9uh-wP3zQM6qjmN_AREKwmWc/s1600/Garage+Doors+Interior.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7G-9QsOFOh5MAwtug0pGNPbat98iB_19nBDrnxb3eok3cgjqam2p1X95vMqhemFl8OKQZcX2P1h3Xbhh_6zqyW4dADohy-nP6d6M9jpNiC-dmpq-wWXf9uh-wP3zQM6qjmN_AREKwmWc/s320/Garage+Doors+Interior.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504335219795506594" /></a><br />InteriorEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-50734636233807386332010-08-08T17:37:00.006-04:002010-08-08T18:09:01.252-04:00Cedar Columns, Lighting, and Stained Stairs<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjle98a4T9IT-HPpDqsbjSAjX70jOFutHvEx38e0WJM6LxxTJEpkKcojxqMn4V9U3TyKVed2GzQsiqNrgyJh4ea255_Wg6aG_138tVQNu5w7mw0CriacKy9oq7nO5eAVmWvNXs17ixvm_s/s1600/Front+Elevation+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjle98a4T9IT-HPpDqsbjSAjX70jOFutHvEx38e0WJM6LxxTJEpkKcojxqMn4V9U3TyKVed2GzQsiqNrgyJh4ea255_Wg6aG_138tVQNu5w7mw0CriacKy9oq7nO5eAVmWvNXs17ixvm_s/s320/Front+Elevation+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157907178504018" /></a><br />The house seems to be coming right along. We are still planning on a close date of September 10th, but we are thinking it might actually be before then. Over the past few days, our lighting and cedar columns were installed, and the interior stair treads got their first coat of stain. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7WvOg0sCjo9E8y4R8wvmJQzezw9ClVIB-HfJ759oVuA1YjJhHEgBi24iYZLDpH4EVRYAMH0-neHvHyLQ65j_wrnt1Xal8Hu61mbn8YKqQOojgB-j0fq0l1PH3paL5ARHT87K9YVeZ3Qo/s1600/Cedar+Columns+Installed.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7WvOg0sCjo9E8y4R8wvmJQzezw9ClVIB-HfJ759oVuA1YjJhHEgBi24iYZLDpH4EVRYAMH0-neHvHyLQ65j_wrnt1Xal8Hu61mbn8YKqQOojgB-j0fq0l1PH3paL5ARHT87K9YVeZ3Qo/s320/Cedar+Columns+Installed.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157759876028050" /></a><br />The front porch cedar columns are in place. The curved arms will be delivered this week. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3_MUa_9-tWxxIPnEYwhdCako7EoWvyjb_EZo5wW7GZiwYiAb1vllBwIHqRM9kroRgGs6-zOxB98KKdP18pwrxwffXCaPDXdB8MoB4BgmlqzpjtgqRxMZC-qa13bPpnCu8-WdzL2G2Cco/s1600/Garage+Lights+Exterior.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3_MUa_9-tWxxIPnEYwhdCako7EoWvyjb_EZo5wW7GZiwYiAb1vllBwIHqRM9kroRgGs6-zOxB98KKdP18pwrxwffXCaPDXdB8MoB4BgmlqzpjtgqRxMZC-qa13bPpnCu8-WdzL2G2Cco/s320/Garage+Lights+Exterior.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157641427373618" /></a><br />I love the look of the over garage lights. They are large, rectangular sconces with a clear seeded glass made by Forte Lighting. The iron pattern mimics the prarie grills in our windows. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIYJi6sSC8j5rdM305R3zH1CD5b30vc4a42TCaPLM_MgzD_dBnKG0kjAcYiDXzzU_WuLQ0XkE6llwDOnwjZFXf7eh3zaNDF4Y3fxySNK6MhYMuBASxuZb9oF9wfkk6PYjFUehCFXjXggM/s1600/Back+Porch+Light.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIYJi6sSC8j5rdM305R3zH1CD5b30vc4a42TCaPLM_MgzD_dBnKG0kjAcYiDXzzU_WuLQ0XkE6llwDOnwjZFXf7eh3zaNDF4Y3fxySNK6MhYMuBASxuZb9oF9wfkk6PYjFUehCFXjXggM/s320/Back+Porch+Light.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157505113768642" /></a><br />The back porch light is such a cute little transitional sconce also made by Forte Lighting.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo9Ei_vcx68VYesjoO9T1ZKGUN1YnKfoNrSq4Nj6cgLRJhmvSGbRI3WM1inFTQbiiyw9wHsOmY6GertlYsSG1W9CRPSryx8u5jO9XO_61uuGHGxN-3X1lDcx5QPxVIuVoIXlPeTstWBeg/s1600/Master+Bathroom+Lights.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo9Ei_vcx68VYesjoO9T1ZKGUN1YnKfoNrSq4Nj6cgLRJhmvSGbRI3WM1inFTQbiiyw9wHsOmY6GertlYsSG1W9CRPSryx8u5jO9XO_61uuGHGxN-3X1lDcx5QPxVIuVoIXlPeTstWBeg/s320/Master+Bathroom+Lights.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157432750699058" /></a><br />Our master bathroom lights are part of the Halstead collection from Craftmade. They are a 3 bulb, chrome finish, with frosted glass globes. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5ecv-M-lA4otDIGCD5PCCATlFw8nla1dYKVyFSKWM3pzHdf8GYuBTA6IEatvJ0kZbN58c1Grq_jn_rjwHHV-00iYj2iTReihRDCWcjI15msbtPdwoVdV4-dRBIhenNDHX7LxgyXk3QAc/s1600/Stained+Stair+Treads.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5ecv-M-lA4otDIGCD5PCCATlFw8nla1dYKVyFSKWM3pzHdf8GYuBTA6IEatvJ0kZbN58c1Grq_jn_rjwHHV-00iYj2iTReihRDCWcjI15msbtPdwoVdV4-dRBIhenNDHX7LxgyXk3QAc/s320/Stained+Stair+Treads.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503157261476505698" /></a><br />Yesterday, the first coat of stain was applied to the interior stair treads. They have such a rich, dark brown coloring. This gives us an idea of what to expect with the rest of our hardwood flooring!Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-90664815226293172122010-08-05T22:08:00.007-04:002010-08-05T22:36:42.924-04:00Plumbing Hardware, Door Knobs, Heat & Air, and Water HeaterToday, our bathroom and kitchen plumbing fixtures were installed. We decided to use polished chrome in the bathrooms and kitchen. I really like the way the shiny fixtures blend with the glass tiles. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv6qqI7ADcFtrlWd5U0RbtBP4e1kL7KZbsnB1AW6g4-eHqSxNQe_3HCZavj4QvjcwRmEFXqTtvr_v6BqKd4ZwbGAfpWD0IP8191l9ChJ30utbxmXTvCH5_ViSECvgXiez8CiBA81Bke7A/s1600/Master+Tub+Hardware.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv6qqI7ADcFtrlWd5U0RbtBP4e1kL7KZbsnB1AW6g4-eHqSxNQe_3HCZavj4QvjcwRmEFXqTtvr_v6BqKd4ZwbGAfpWD0IP8191l9ChJ30utbxmXTvCH5_ViSECvgXiez8CiBA81Bke7A/s320/Master+Tub+Hardware.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502113925634822882" /></a><br />(Master Bathroom Tub)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge8r-4zQdFge03JkcoQs6KZffj_zXd4LxeKgiCiSFlKUlRETCLGH778ZWlzLDxUAiWguddHpdFZkz8GzYIV7TGML4Dn-IcE7NjXpDxDiamHjS-fuHrdyDSLhlrCnP810MoVhzW5cgC9wo/s1600/Master+Sink+Hardware.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge8r-4zQdFge03JkcoQs6KZffj_zXd4LxeKgiCiSFlKUlRETCLGH778ZWlzLDxUAiWguddHpdFZkz8GzYIV7TGML4Dn-IcE7NjXpDxDiamHjS-fuHrdyDSLhlrCnP810MoVhzW5cgC9wo/s320/Master+Sink+Hardware.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502113854596213474" /></a><br />(Master Bathroom Sinks)<br /><br /><br />For our interior door hardware, we chose an antique nickel finish. I love the egg shaped knobs because they are so unique. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguXX11kI2hVZbDR-zdsxUA2pzlLxpwk-31HFvuJki2ugk5u8eEKV9YFaYNtqRv9HZ0vbDRoIHwhTRusbib6VqxqZh_N8-E3CblVddwCnMWu9HzuQiFRRJCjCybSJq0wHghyphenhyphenlqED9J6-YE/s1600/Door+Knobs.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguXX11kI2hVZbDR-zdsxUA2pzlLxpwk-31HFvuJki2ugk5u8eEKV9YFaYNtqRv9HZ0vbDRoIHwhTRusbib6VqxqZh_N8-E3CblVddwCnMWu9HzuQiFRRJCjCybSJq0wHghyphenhyphenlqED9J6-YE/s320/Door+Knobs.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502113428821636130" /></a><br /><br />Our exterior heat and air units were delivered. We upgraded our two units to Carrier 15 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating). These are very efficient, and will hopefully keep our electric bill under control! <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimWPuvweknApqWbE8lscYFuGu8o3I23A3r06Jm7RVnwCEWgdSPHs2B1o1h4iX7FDsqtpj0ad5r9gRF6xpIFBgezcXRY0yIMyflBwDfqevFKO56223a0ZcxmO4MI9_EgmOBvnq1euv7efg/s1600/Heat+and+Air+Units.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimWPuvweknApqWbE8lscYFuGu8o3I23A3r06Jm7RVnwCEWgdSPHs2B1o1h4iX7FDsqtpj0ad5r9gRF6xpIFBgezcXRY0yIMyflBwDfqevFKO56223a0ZcxmO4MI9_EgmOBvnq1euv7efg/s320/Heat+and+Air+Units.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502113288051704466" /></a><br /><br />The upgraded Rinnai tankless water heater was also delivered and mounted to the garage wall. This specific type of water heater produces hot water on demand. Unlike traditional water heaters, the Rinnai has an unlimited supply of hot water. Also, the type of water heater uses 40% less energy. Rinnai units are designed to be highly efficient and only heat water when it is needed. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9t390fJ2qwpwBC7hUGFzgS4Tgm2opOsb1vSem82rLQcN1P0fqIV5dtluRf2WvQaGVmw3ZqA__v7306nLblhwLK4_IHQb-4c6AGy_pBD6SxFe1GQpr8YbvqtLTmcTRr-Npw1Dp0BaZ-Z4/s1600/Water+Heater+(2).JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9t390fJ2qwpwBC7hUGFzgS4Tgm2opOsb1vSem82rLQcN1P0fqIV5dtluRf2WvQaGVmw3ZqA__v7306nLblhwLK4_IHQb-4c6AGy_pBD6SxFe1GQpr8YbvqtLTmcTRr-Npw1Dp0BaZ-Z4/s320/Water+Heater+(2).JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502113192517520050" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-48781565939714786742010-08-03T22:17:00.010-04:002010-08-03T22:49:14.128-04:00Granite, Stairs, Columns, and ConcreteThe past week has been really busy at the house, and the details are coming together beautifully! Today, our granite was installed. Selecting granite was really a learning experience. The most important thing to know is: always see the exact slab that will be used. Because it is a natural stone, it varies a great deal from one slab to the next. After 3 trips to Atlanta, we finally decided on Giallo Ornamental. It is an upgraded granite because of the tiger-stripe design. This design provides so much movement, and highlights the fact that it is a natural stone product. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7HJfProF53HFNRXvBWW9QK_Lw3swYW8B41OP8RbqhLoIGUXglxB7rrnEpZxko_pSmuxL0FyyG5I-tnc1-l8r_tQr1_JKE-yxB3now78m2FsYUZ63mAqcQzgqRW9kk9Te3pIb8cdUkAtc/s1600/Granite+3.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7HJfProF53HFNRXvBWW9QK_Lw3swYW8B41OP8RbqhLoIGUXglxB7rrnEpZxko_pSmuxL0FyyG5I-tnc1-l8r_tQr1_JKE-yxB3now78m2FsYUZ63mAqcQzgqRW9kk9Te3pIb8cdUkAtc/s320/Granite+3.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374966535431778" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7sLfEeMgLS4Z7HM4H0PfRxoIbFSC7lXiK7k5wbuaLUfwHvxFJ1_iMmf_nJln9DYUZxl02VzSuEYTxKxnXW-_j7Wda3p6Y-K9seuB7hI-nMXoyJXa2KMnf3Osz52Gnaf7M8N_4kBORO8/s1600/Granite+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7sLfEeMgLS4Z7HM4H0PfRxoIbFSC7lXiK7k5wbuaLUfwHvxFJ1_iMmf_nJln9DYUZxl02VzSuEYTxKxnXW-_j7Wda3p6Y-K9seuB7hI-nMXoyJXa2KMnf3Osz52Gnaf7M8N_4kBORO8/s320/Granite+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374907854924386" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqX7jKWFt57DEmyzwOOunn-0efAMGohT6CnXp1yRo2azF4xH6bNKzdUz3TpcZWj4t0Y4MewY70O_tkPaVYMhRcpj9k9Me_j03pPb581f1XiFDrIbZZ152nL7dOTK3qQVO-b_RjyNoP_Qs/s1600/Granite+1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqX7jKWFt57DEmyzwOOunn-0efAMGohT6CnXp1yRo2azF4xH6bNKzdUz3TpcZWj4t0Y4MewY70O_tkPaVYMhRcpj9k9Me_j03pPb581f1XiFDrIbZZ152nL7dOTK3qQVO-b_RjyNoP_Qs/s320/Granite+1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374814770487330" /></a><br /><br />I am so glad that our stairs are finally being built. It has been really scary going up and down the temporary boards! The staircase should be completed by the end of the week, or possibly the first of next week. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyE7rPNLEOGapDQs6BIejJnhlLOEkKYrxBhqlnyhHUe5d1VAMpnlKJTpYbmD0JeVpeB27hC_7p7FOwFYZlfFO7eQxExzFY5_qwQcemOqbrS10SnM5dJTACxNk4JNgWOaGSKzQEAQcSjkk/s1600/Stair+Treads.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyE7rPNLEOGapDQs6BIejJnhlLOEkKYrxBhqlnyhHUe5d1VAMpnlKJTpYbmD0JeVpeB27hC_7p7FOwFYZlfFO7eQxExzFY5_qwQcemOqbrS10SnM5dJTACxNk4JNgWOaGSKzQEAQcSjkk/s320/Stair+Treads.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374709676767586" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8UHztksx2Hk_FxyyrQu7fE0L4g1Zz2rWm3_ck1TmxxRQtAwd0M5y4XI4QNDKngea-8-k3cCfyCopieKE1_Zv1Hc_4ZgI1r6Fi0sFrekvS5CBSV6cSrwlNHXg1gZBNZZJ3SjOw1-nzoiQ/s1600/Stair+Treads+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8UHztksx2Hk_FxyyrQu7fE0L4g1Zz2rWm3_ck1TmxxRQtAwd0M5y4XI4QNDKngea-8-k3cCfyCopieKE1_Zv1Hc_4ZgI1r6Fi0sFrekvS5CBSV6cSrwlNHXg1gZBNZZJ3SjOw1-nzoiQ/s320/Stair+Treads+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374652129010130" /></a><br /><br />We were so thrilled yesterday to see that the cedar columns were delivered. We are using 10"x10" rough sawn cedar columns with curved braces on the front porch. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI5wKZn8ddOQL3eg7PY2yiOQM7xHEhfLWzzvkn6nZqQpcNkrtBXLwJsBmKVxxuTbWWVOKxRu3mkdALlDfIO6A_dZxqZLuecnEmWOgjxji1TdHohbsUhdGfjCNQMej7StUGXsB0EdGJpe8/s1600/Cedar+Columns+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI5wKZn8ddOQL3eg7PY2yiOQM7xHEhfLWzzvkn6nZqQpcNkrtBXLwJsBmKVxxuTbWWVOKxRu3mkdALlDfIO6A_dZxqZLuecnEmWOgjxji1TdHohbsUhdGfjCNQMej7StUGXsB0EdGJpe8/s320/Cedar+Columns+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374463238265458" /></a><br />Natural, unstained cedar columns.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZWaBPfO6_aExvj6B7CLwBkuFVdqs3GYF-Qtda9UQTGHxwSReAhteM_hWlytaRGqD7NpqjLyc2qeeiWkFp1UCWQVJKQlgQ_5JGO6MLXS0-SiCJaigrtFzsALOUdXCKco7mOQf-LDNlgs/s1600/Stained+Cedar+Columns.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZWaBPfO6_aExvj6B7CLwBkuFVdqs3GYF-Qtda9UQTGHxwSReAhteM_hWlytaRGqD7NpqjLyc2qeeiWkFp1UCWQVJKQlgQ_5JGO6MLXS0-SiCJaigrtFzsALOUdXCKco7mOQf-LDNlgs/s320/Stained+Cedar+Columns.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374521775834962" /></a><br />Cedar columns with 'Early American' Minwax stain. <br /><br />Last week, the lot was leveled. They poured the driveway, walkway, and sidewalks. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCDZVz5w7f-wfSXd5Fb1O5d6lKcifl2U6ZRjyw3ZaafbaFDrAI0tL3V0qlyceUJIq4oiEfoZcQBq8p40bz4DsRSSONXteN62lsLe2q8D-0rADF-4t6W18K0mF4n3-KSzVtUE6m66Kvr1g/s1600/Front+Elevation+with+Driveway.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCDZVz5w7f-wfSXd5Fb1O5d6lKcifl2U6ZRjyw3ZaafbaFDrAI0tL3V0qlyceUJIq4oiEfoZcQBq8p40bz4DsRSSONXteN62lsLe2q8D-0rADF-4t6W18K0mF4n3-KSzVtUE6m66Kvr1g/s320/Front+Elevation+with+Driveway.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501374382468622002" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-66632457765480819212010-07-26T21:37:00.010-04:002010-07-26T22:07:09.599-04:00Tile, Paint, and CabinetsThe interior has come a long way over this past weekend. All of the tile (with the exception of our kitchen tile backsplash) is finished. The interior paint and trim is finished. The kitchen and bathroom cabinets were installed today. Tomorrow, the granite company will be at the house drawing the template for our counter tops. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxUVhgjfnRkcIZye9vOKVZGRVFYXtS8mcDnV3AUrW276G99oNLs1c3XcLiixUuYiOwiPWpCBU8GkSlkdlhNnhiWcU43RiyiE9NtlnWmnBeOLmB51w5nmvVOhtRG6rg678cKcpwaDIWa34/s1600/Master+Bath+Tile.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxUVhgjfnRkcIZye9vOKVZGRVFYXtS8mcDnV3AUrW276G99oNLs1c3XcLiixUuYiOwiPWpCBU8GkSlkdlhNnhiWcU43RiyiE9NtlnWmnBeOLmB51w5nmvVOhtRG6rg678cKcpwaDIWa34/s320/Master+Bath+Tile.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498395845256202914" /></a><br />The master bathroom shower tiles are finished. The glass accent band looks perfect!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQLSgjswJ-Tea1rK9RBYJ19YsybhN5YxJJT2JKAAa6x5cFHUKi65nQPGoqTCq61UMo7YSb9zYZrR3_nlnJBmTrtkBv_jJt0LGbyhmY8wIFvRHw_X3VCs8G2JYpo5vV3MqoUk_PULNOmKY/s1600/Exterior+Trim+1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQLSgjswJ-Tea1rK9RBYJ19YsybhN5YxJJT2JKAAa6x5cFHUKi65nQPGoqTCq61UMo7YSb9zYZrR3_nlnJBmTrtkBv_jJt0LGbyhmY8wIFvRHw_X3VCs8G2JYpo5vV3MqoUk_PULNOmKY/s320/Exterior+Trim+1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498395519841989666" /></a><br />The front exterior view of the house. The Hardi shakes were finally painted. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRONhfEf0m2x8IuqL8mTa5Te-9ABFIIcXIdYTO2znGMnvmuYG0y5acjDdKsvw2R9gCj3fg-hk7lIOUp5F_Cv40Txdirx4JO266DGCcNc6WzlghsQov4D2RjIOPjjMxDXu5PFUdbNbLrn4/s1600/Paint+in+master+bedroom.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRONhfEf0m2x8IuqL8mTa5Te-9ABFIIcXIdYTO2znGMnvmuYG0y5acjDdKsvw2R9gCj3fg-hk7lIOUp5F_Cv40Txdirx4JO266DGCcNc6WzlghsQov4D2RjIOPjjMxDXu5PFUdbNbLrn4/s320/Paint+in+master+bedroom.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498395233703969666" /></a><br />The master bedroom/bathroom paint is by Sherwin Williams. The color is a really soft neutral green, called Chatroom (SW6171). <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCI_zCOJJn-QeH-lh3GQUOv35577yaSbTLhc_pum0x4eP7eajGnDv5vhNklq0XLWtgvlD2rhB0_IOAB6ica8ddmWjnCx1cJ32KuiTRBYqJ93Y92PFqZL-FcvK7DdsLjm4swLiEIUu8tNY/s1600/Paint+in+foyer.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCI_zCOJJn-QeH-lh3GQUOv35577yaSbTLhc_pum0x4eP7eajGnDv5vhNklq0XLWtgvlD2rhB0_IOAB6ica8ddmWjnCx1cJ32KuiTRBYqJ93Y92PFqZL-FcvK7DdsLjm4swLiEIUu8tNY/s320/Paint+in+foyer.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498395156749453698" /></a><br />The rest of the interior house color is also by Sherwin Williams. It is a neutral beige called Nantucket Dune (SW7527).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEU38Bnv380G6GenuDDGNq3_FmHkYVM4f5MlgKXPAan-MdcYshee3ijLzLA72NFZ4Z2Ex9oB9LMFt1p-NsjOslFingJ1LreoWbgvpaGTzlD2R6OoMys4SIFYcMFSEybmaafkWJ3L7Ayno/s1600/Kitchen+Cabinets.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEU38Bnv380G6GenuDDGNq3_FmHkYVM4f5MlgKXPAan-MdcYshee3ijLzLA72NFZ4Z2Ex9oB9LMFt1p-NsjOslFingJ1LreoWbgvpaGTzlD2R6OoMys4SIFYcMFSEybmaafkWJ3L7Ayno/s320/Kitchen+Cabinets.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498394621181756162" /></a><br />With the exception of the kitchen island, all of the cabinets were installed today. It is hard to tell by the picture, but they are a medium brown recessed panel with a black pen glaze. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4e8CbYWLfwYFgu0kVu38OXRd4w7HMWTLhuvAp3UAumvLm3miF1bAUuF88gspa9fiUtP4ZO7DQ_TGj1Zy6kuNJVBjjHUz_2TcjbhM4wpD9GQT8o8GKl64wIdQxn2S7VbYyEYEEeSfTQRM/s1600/Kitchen+Cabinet+Details.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4e8CbYWLfwYFgu0kVu38OXRd4w7HMWTLhuvAp3UAumvLm3miF1bAUuF88gspa9fiUtP4ZO7DQ_TGj1Zy6kuNJVBjjHUz_2TcjbhM4wpD9GQT8o8GKl64wIdQxn2S7VbYyEYEEeSfTQRM/s320/Kitchen+Cabinet+Details.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498394532916788402" /></a><br />The kitchen cabinet hardware is my favorite! The long satin nickel handles & pulls are very sleek and contemporary. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_DE3fk1PxVxVBOt_Cah5ctWmBrtkqvWsSoFzo5gjBMZMZtE5LtsMoJyL1hwDLwM3XzsuJyUfRDVVeVmi20K6WmMYWM1TLZgRFLh9RPOlCk_BlFaDCUPcY5rIJE54rj5FXn82-cO19eQ/s1600/Master+Bath+Cabinets.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_DE3fk1PxVxVBOt_Cah5ctWmBrtkqvWsSoFzo5gjBMZMZtE5LtsMoJyL1hwDLwM3XzsuJyUfRDVVeVmi20K6WmMYWM1TLZgRFLh9RPOlCk_BlFaDCUPcY5rIJE54rj5FXn82-cO19eQ/s320/Master+Bath+Cabinets.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498394427470313154" /></a><br />The master bathroom cabinets are the same color and design as the kitchen cabinets.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_C-OX0gIz96PSf8-yrjZphzNQQyZMrse_zEs1D_dfHo_Zm-EQbFmXqQiZ8xcN_NhEVnxIQVVLn19lbIqqkdnGAohzTwTrL4dA4iyL85dbwqnWiXSIH8DWNrhy7RygYeQZ3xRpHHtGS3s/s1600/Master+Bath+Cabinet+Details.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_C-OX0gIz96PSf8-yrjZphzNQQyZMrse_zEs1D_dfHo_Zm-EQbFmXqQiZ8xcN_NhEVnxIQVVLn19lbIqqkdnGAohzTwTrL4dA4iyL85dbwqnWiXSIH8DWNrhy7RygYeQZ3xRpHHtGS3s/s320/Master+Bath+Cabinet+Details.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498394357769707218" /></a><br />For the master bathroom hardware, I wanted to use a more feminine look. The cabinet doors have a satin nickel tapered scroll. The drawers are a satin nickel scroll knob.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-27186042224685502842010-07-21T21:52:00.008-04:002010-07-21T22:14:22.104-04:00Tile & TrimThe interior of the house is really beginning to take shape. The laundry room and bathroom floors have been tiled and grouted. We used Romanza Ivory tile in the master bathroom, and Romanza Noche in the laundry room & upstairs bathrooms. The Romanza Ivory is white with a small amount of beige. Romanza Noche is light and dark tan. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAcDkQjVXLn_k9bcA4l_MSyeRF8_axO76X2YBRguFOK1jFiYof_W-_DDjPQuseNkCkS523a3VScok3mwnNfJx07_X7AEiMKaUK8A9of6oQXsYYIhMwUPMjthlo1cY5dgWV0bBh-Q_H1Z4/s1600/Master+Bath+Tile+%26+Grout.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAcDkQjVXLn_k9bcA4l_MSyeRF8_axO76X2YBRguFOK1jFiYof_W-_DDjPQuseNkCkS523a3VScok3mwnNfJx07_X7AEiMKaUK8A9of6oQXsYYIhMwUPMjthlo1cY5dgWV0bBh-Q_H1Z4/s320/Master+Bath+Tile+%26+Grout.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496543393633241554" /></a><br />We chose to upgrade to a diagonally laid tile for the master bathroom. <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj0kr2Quc1_RVSGxckhFC6Cj4WFmcZpx2Z5QnDbaWjOUx0zcpz-9jaOSymosLEq81GBaWjyuyYNiBu28u_I0izMtGRYgmNF2NU9-cKkecK2DH23tS2ASHt0ShDqJgRozNJoN2HOljhrqk/s1600/Laundry+Tile+%26+Grout.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj0kr2Quc1_RVSGxckhFC6Cj4WFmcZpx2Z5QnDbaWjOUx0zcpz-9jaOSymosLEq81GBaWjyuyYNiBu28u_I0izMtGRYgmNF2NU9-cKkecK2DH23tS2ASHt0ShDqJgRozNJoN2HOljhrqk/s320/Laundry+Tile+%26+Grout.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496543288738947458" /></a><br />(Laundry room)<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBjeJpgOOc3B2w7C_N8rcis2yZr6CraBB-JPHD4KJS-I6_rOa1pinlihHv0euPPTQyjMq3WPUrAm9FlBKk5ZUZuhhMpIFBBzgsJsU5VwghyphenhyphenF4HWXvUOLFXhaPGLpo4voFGzvrcwDz9RwU/s1600/Glass+Tiles+%26+Fireplace+Tile.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBjeJpgOOc3B2w7C_N8rcis2yZr6CraBB-JPHD4KJS-I6_rOa1pinlihHv0euPPTQyjMq3WPUrAm9FlBKk5ZUZuhhMpIFBBzgsJsU5VwghyphenhyphenF4HWXvUOLFXhaPGLpo4voFGzvrcwDz9RwU/s320/Glass+Tiles+%26+Fireplace+Tile.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496543199985023298" /></a><br />I was so excited to see the GORGEOUS glass tiles and fireplace tiles were delivered. The beige (1x2 subway) tiles will be installed as accent bands around the master shower and tub. The multicolored (1x1 square) tiles will be the kitchen backsplash. <br /> <br /><br />The trim is in the process of being installed. All of the baseboards are down, doors & casings are up, and the crown molding should be finished tomorrow. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigUY7L-q5JLI2Z38EJdUmeKmKCMK7dxeFXLBkIdteKiLKxnWYhM2MvaZBUt7lA0KnNsptcRJnaqMH7qplf1AsbCF_No69yotvudWC2STc8iqCxWpaQs5TJ9Y2OtYtXThBgaUYBwvhI_Us/s1600/Breakfast+Nook+Trim.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigUY7L-q5JLI2Z38EJdUmeKmKCMK7dxeFXLBkIdteKiLKxnWYhM2MvaZBUt7lA0KnNsptcRJnaqMH7qplf1AsbCF_No69yotvudWC2STc8iqCxWpaQs5TJ9Y2OtYtXThBgaUYBwvhI_Us/s320/Breakfast+Nook+Trim.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496543122266472546" /></a><br />(Breakfast Nook)<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT2T-xqxcKLnvYH42uEBDi7c2ZBGMixIEoX15pJ__IaUMYv6NSDr9x14W3XOjWQMj5ll5tazkofsi418AhdUgTnKR_dChxJMfiDyrjTnTh5ZMv0Dbpw8hHqDUrHfCj8ICpag3CLh5EeLM/s1600/Master+Bedroom+Trim+1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT2T-xqxcKLnvYH42uEBDi7c2ZBGMixIEoX15pJ__IaUMYv6NSDr9x14W3XOjWQMj5ll5tazkofsi418AhdUgTnKR_dChxJMfiDyrjTnTh5ZMv0Dbpw8hHqDUrHfCj8ICpag3CLh5EeLM/s320/Master+Bedroom+Trim+1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496543010549316082" /></a><br />(Master Bedroom)<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDhYt5fIvp6p7MDeRGUiQ4vp1q3V2LsPrZF3bgAZcSalOl4lIRMqglBfqHXGJMsRea8QV1flhB2R44O9URBUVAAISnGTWj1ZyV9C2TPKkTTEigyNWILfoQ5sSQmXQmQBdjU1krrbeuxaE/s1600/Upstairs+Trim.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDhYt5fIvp6p7MDeRGUiQ4vp1q3V2LsPrZF3bgAZcSalOl4lIRMqglBfqHXGJMsRea8QV1flhB2R44O9URBUVAAISnGTWj1ZyV9C2TPKkTTEigyNWILfoQ5sSQmXQmQBdjU1krrbeuxaE/s320/Upstairs+Trim.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496542913686477474" /></a><br />(Upstairs Hallway)Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-61639110068788712062010-07-14T21:56:00.010-04:002010-07-14T23:08:54.403-04:00Drywall, Lighting, and FurnitureAfter about a week, the drywall is complete. I had no idea what a process this would be. First, the drywall pieces are measured, cut, and hung onto the walls & ceilings. Then there is mudding, taping, smoothing, and sanding. These steps are repeated a total of 3 times. It is quite a lengthy (and VERY dusty) process! <br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGoTE0Z7PrmrE7HpHum3-B0nPvqJlYmT7epZrEdpNIDgJy1506aLpYS6kqEX4MAMvpwoe2MPgFBcepd4HJ04-m6CkL3Rgt9s5yB9-GzJzpgicISmorW-0uNsiw4xEt0AIrKGNLnQGhJDM/s1600/Final+Drywall+Keepingroom.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGoTE0Z7PrmrE7HpHum3-B0nPvqJlYmT7epZrEdpNIDgJy1506aLpYS6kqEX4MAMvpwoe2MPgFBcepd4HJ04-m6CkL3Rgt9s5yB9-GzJzpgicISmorW-0uNsiw4xEt0AIrKGNLnQGhJDM/s320/Final+Drywall+Keepingroom.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493946579062595490" /></a><br />Kitchen/Keeping Room<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcAeZJtR7NJQyqDbSKfRV7FmdFqacAgm2jUN4lEHqGs4HwHmz1lPTR_uucRV84pcQeDfAdC748KrE_nZZBc1uioFAin8vRTDBQ42JOsASYQPY9iH8HXwhxUWYYetTpIg5_FrXwFsyUKzw/s1600/Final+Drywall+from+Front+door.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcAeZJtR7NJQyqDbSKfRV7FmdFqacAgm2jUN4lEHqGs4HwHmz1lPTR_uucRV84pcQeDfAdC748KrE_nZZBc1uioFAin8vRTDBQ42JOsASYQPY9iH8HXwhxUWYYetTpIg5_FrXwFsyUKzw/s320/Final+Drywall+from+Front+door.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493946463921383490" /></a><br />I realized tonight that I have never taken a picture of the view right inside the front door. The dining room is on the right, and the great room is straight forward. The staircase has an open catwalk on both sides, overlooking the foyer and greatroom. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3McWQCa4fpXPHXs9Nk9VSom9Smx3sOa7wSNB90rCnr2ah35lShqDvQDMSOKMB86rjapbfBDoip9r0zNfp2b9YY6Uy1ehK8ny2IKnVD58Sll15dgR-osdg8-2MuqnHduyIzT6ail2wv4Y/s1600/Final+Drywall+in+Master+bed.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3McWQCa4fpXPHXs9Nk9VSom9Smx3sOa7wSNB90rCnr2ah35lShqDvQDMSOKMB86rjapbfBDoip9r0zNfp2b9YY6Uy1ehK8ny2IKnVD58Sll15dgR-osdg8-2MuqnHduyIzT6ail2wv4Y/s320/Final+Drywall+in+Master+bed.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493946350905068658" /></a><br />I am so glad we chose to use a rectangular double tray ceiling in our master bedroom. <br /><br />Now that the drywall is finished, we have been really focusing on lighting. Although it has been a great deal of work, selecting our lighting has been one of my favorite steps so far. Since we are using a "Transitional" decor, it really allows us to mix 'old with new'.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnW0wFWIoll-3qADzF7vOoxDU3EsDp8j3tNi-cNzLnjczQK9dKa4BXFH7mC_hoPZZx2qlbKbbnAlUPOHjYiaoA8Mufv4a1Zt3Y7LlHs0IIjOf7ZUmtNN6aKVfvd97qMG6xVFDFiUL-LBE/s1600/Foyer+Light.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 153px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnW0wFWIoll-3qADzF7vOoxDU3EsDp8j3tNi-cNzLnjczQK9dKa4BXFH7mC_hoPZZx2qlbKbbnAlUPOHjYiaoA8Mufv4a1Zt3Y7LlHs0IIjOf7ZUmtNN6aKVfvd97qMG6xVFDFiUL-LBE/s320/Foyer+Light.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493947021693227762" /></a><br />The foyer light is called a "birdcage" or "lantern" style chandelier. On this light, you have the option to either keep or remove the glass globes. When the globes are removed, special bulbs can be placed into the fixture. These bulbs put off a light that looks like a burning flame. Because the outside of the house will have several cedar accents, the flame lit cage light will really bring the rustic look into the foyer. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEJoAtlLaYs0UvkGeURRkLKlBM_UvR58HdVNngKw0kD7XKb0bZQPWBS8xuZh1UU6PPtwtoBnEWiYmBP6RI_gSMYU8C_q3n7UBTTGhfQ8nOg12N8Mkh3S4f4IZFQB1bJU2KxKbDMaDb3D0/s1600/Master+Bedroom.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 264px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEJoAtlLaYs0UvkGeURRkLKlBM_UvR58HdVNngKw0kD7XKb0bZQPWBS8xuZh1UU6PPtwtoBnEWiYmBP6RI_gSMYU8C_q3n7UBTTGhfQ8nOg12N8Mkh3S4f4IZFQB1bJU2KxKbDMaDb3D0/s320/Master+Bedroom.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493946918095490082" /></a><br />Our master bedroom light is one of my favorites! It is an eight light Bohemian crystal chandelier. I can not wait to see how it looks in the space. I have selected a silk fabric for our bedroom window treatments. The shine from the crystals and the silks will be amazing. <br /><br />As if it weren't difficult enough selecting the basic items for the house, we have also been looking at new furniture pieces. Oddly enough, it really helps to make basic house selections when we can picture what furniture will be filling in the space. Our main furniture focuses have been: Bedroom and Kitchen. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYyQ8c_y6mhza9p_fexA7c4umXC1B_J6MsmZrnnDf9m-B9-hCDR5MtmjE0fofwoCaDhdFL4ki8YJkYW13UackMR77MDSk6EnTUSmrNNpx8tmCze8u9TJgki087wJcGAVdbj8qJe4IQR-c/s1600/Bedroom+Furniture.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 249px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYyQ8c_y6mhza9p_fexA7c4umXC1B_J6MsmZrnnDf9m-B9-hCDR5MtmjE0fofwoCaDhdFL4ki8YJkYW13UackMR77MDSk6EnTUSmrNNpx8tmCze8u9TJgki087wJcGAVdbj8qJe4IQR-c/s320/Bedroom+Furniture.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493947083862369506" /></a><br />For our bedroom furniture, I have had a specific idea for what I would like to see in the space. I have really had my heart set on buying a bed with a fabric covered headboard, trimmed in wood. It has been insanely difficult finding such a simple item! After looking at every covered headboard in America, I think we have decided on this set. The combination of the dark espresso wood mixed with the chrome hardware is a nice contrast. The headboard is exactly what we have been looking for as well. Also, the crystal chandelier will be the perfect accent to this furniture. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZvUEnvju24zznt2wGUBNKE-7nLhLRlHZbZln5s641lOCagyKbD5xS5o0vjEkxtk9yrwAZ3G1OgNbC31VidEQCLQlgbNsg3jnrukj5ik8zxESxsq8p5kAEY59_BB-IsAUjebqwkfrE9BU/s1600/Pottery+Barn+Table.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 287px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZvUEnvju24zznt2wGUBNKE-7nLhLRlHZbZln5s641lOCagyKbD5xS5o0vjEkxtk9yrwAZ3G1OgNbC31VidEQCLQlgbNsg3jnrukj5ik8zxESxsq8p5kAEY59_BB-IsAUjebqwkfrE9BU/s320/Pottery+Barn+Table.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493947128428801426" /></a><br />Our kitchen table will be a Pottery Barn inspired farmhouse table. It is going to be a one-of-a-kind solid walnut table. We will be using parsons chairs with floor length white slipcovers. The most special part of the table is that it will be handmade by my wonderful husband!Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-58480497417651020002010-07-08T22:19:00.007-04:002010-07-08T22:31:19.519-04:00Siding and Drywall Part IIToday was the second day for hanging the drywall and exterior siding. The siding on the back of the house was completed today. There is only one small section at the top of the house, along with the section of shake on the front for them to complete tomorrow. We have been impressed with how fast they have gone on the exterior siding! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw5waKqHq5IMyjaG_t596XAMLS1Z_fhSiopzdqfQ5UUvh3x4uzdHoqrndpPeXto9FDs0fcF29mbGe0nkE_vIh8BUlFLNbIOwNZSxLF5b1EJ5r8somYdAhG8DPJuBxMbV3OA6ysKDMafYU/s1600/Siding+Side+and+Back.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw5waKqHq5IMyjaG_t596XAMLS1Z_fhSiopzdqfQ5UUvh3x4uzdHoqrndpPeXto9FDs0fcF29mbGe0nkE_vIh8BUlFLNbIOwNZSxLF5b1EJ5r8somYdAhG8DPJuBxMbV3OA6ysKDMafYU/s320/Siding+Side+and+Back.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491726083260223602" /></a><br />Small amount on the master bedroom side to complete.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz0c-NaYfzYkotSYKzHcWteXGGCy19qfzmffgJrtAjR0TjOKRSxuVhtbYB4unAOyW2vqxMr4_GGIM96eyIQ3w1PaTxC2wQklaYypd8jG6nmPqkwIrW70DMCTio3GY39mExqyxStUjhJaI/s1600/Siding+Back.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz0c-NaYfzYkotSYKzHcWteXGGCy19qfzmffgJrtAjR0TjOKRSxuVhtbYB4unAOyW2vqxMr4_GGIM96eyIQ3w1PaTxC2wQklaYypd8jG6nmPqkwIrW70DMCTio3GY39mExqyxStUjhJaI/s320/Siding+Back.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725999055564338" /></a><br />Finished on the back!<br /><br />They worked really hard on the drywall today. A good portion of the downstairs has been completed. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAYiryvI03AuPNm1Gncc1A8T00nv_OWyD7VTtBbYOVrorWsJhNBSY-A0rgL0GEbG5VbatJgICL3SSJMpxuKSOygeYOvC_eKKS2loKuoe-IJQkBcqp-e4yxE3alGRIp9ogpFlAB4O79HcU/s1600/Drywall+Keeping+Room.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAYiryvI03AuPNm1Gncc1A8T00nv_OWyD7VTtBbYOVrorWsJhNBSY-A0rgL0GEbG5VbatJgICL3SSJMpxuKSOygeYOvC_eKKS2loKuoe-IJQkBcqp-e4yxE3alGRIp9ogpFlAB4O79HcU/s320/Drywall+Keeping+Room.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725883055447970" /></a><br />Keeping room<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPNo-Duby2b7zY6iWpxo15f6lOYA3Wgt1PMCiMsevpq1r3TbQaE7Rkm2FfU_tjAqobuaBO1jcjtCKq0k2gGhu5tg77Oei1Vta183msD2nFNT2UhsX5A-i_V8c1sXz3AUYv0fSDLuuncLo/s1600/Drywall+Kitchen.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPNo-Duby2b7zY6iWpxo15f6lOYA3Wgt1PMCiMsevpq1r3TbQaE7Rkm2FfU_tjAqobuaBO1jcjtCKq0k2gGhu5tg77Oei1Vta183msD2nFNT2UhsX5A-i_V8c1sXz3AUYv0fSDLuuncLo/s320/Drywall+Kitchen.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725819779473858" /></a><br />Kitchen<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzVzfIYBM0M8BAGhepx3qs2m6PrFSUr_0EcgkGzS1Gaaj1RdUzeLx8aHcAB_UIiRGGa_6huDQidA6ALEyrlE83IBXj3bduqGSJIG81rbX-oV2C3V13dnq87s3Z3MW0H4yUnBRoErywOk/s1600/Drywall+Master+Bedroom.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzVzfIYBM0M8BAGhepx3qs2m6PrFSUr_0EcgkGzS1Gaaj1RdUzeLx8aHcAB_UIiRGGa_6huDQidA6ALEyrlE83IBXj3bduqGSJIG81rbX-oV2C3V13dnq87s3Z3MW0H4yUnBRoErywOk/s320/Drywall+Master+Bedroom.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725750724894786" /></a><br />Master Bedroom<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTbh3kmTaLB3ANBSGRTw45wbCiNWj6CuASCAfjmaYU_PRblQBTwlkPWXsmFJdWNsQui3-l-ZaOe4vp53MpjYnPNtsu2uR0IUFssNCkpDNtkAj0OiisvNZ_alcyL8CA0D0yMNMTUwrGsCg/s1600/Drywall+master+bath.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTbh3kmTaLB3ANBSGRTw45wbCiNWj6CuASCAfjmaYU_PRblQBTwlkPWXsmFJdWNsQui3-l-ZaOe4vp53MpjYnPNtsu2uR0IUFssNCkpDNtkAj0OiisvNZ_alcyL8CA0D0yMNMTUwrGsCg/s320/Drywall+master+bath.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725688073058242" /></a><br />Master Bathroom<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismFeOeAWZANN-K7m8LmPYpJY_-URq4K8d13jKVKeIAb6aOAjSr5hr5rVFwzMSaAeZmVkVsNxqdrOblkvwixZ-MRHhZBXxVQk3egTt2HxsV79TJ-IHVUNkFn_cQbHEFBZbuNzT_H3OSsE/s1600/Drywall+Dining+Room.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismFeOeAWZANN-K7m8LmPYpJY_-URq4K8d13jKVKeIAb6aOAjSr5hr5rVFwzMSaAeZmVkVsNxqdrOblkvwixZ-MRHhZBXxVQk3egTt2HxsV79TJ-IHVUNkFn_cQbHEFBZbuNzT_H3OSsE/s320/Drywall+Dining+Room.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491725585902982018" /></a><br />Dining RoomEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-81053420917088828602010-07-07T22:12:00.008-04:002010-07-07T22:31:37.666-04:00Siding and Drywall Part IThe past two days have been very productive! The Hardi Siding and Hardi Shakes are in the process of being applied to the house. The color of the siding (called Timberbark) looks fantastic with the rock and brick. The exterior is really coming together well. The Hardi Shakes will go on the two sections on the front, and the flat Hardi Siding with go on the sides and back. The flat siding come pre-painted, which makes the color last longer without fading. The shakes will be painted once the installation process is completed. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1Cie4DUKqybg36hpKhrolj4mkMzPt2Op58ZBcMS6eGmubFjdGk0Dvkh-5hCxmmEbVO9BVe1rkNZcSHJbnFM-PXv9x_BAdOWhWVB1PYjz03H2dnCJGjOMx7o5CFRj7jQQtgHRAlWbWDvg/s1600/Exterior+Siding.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1Cie4DUKqybg36hpKhrolj4mkMzPt2Op58ZBcMS6eGmubFjdGk0Dvkh-5hCxmmEbVO9BVe1rkNZcSHJbnFM-PXv9x_BAdOWhWVB1PYjz03H2dnCJGjOMx7o5CFRj7jQQtgHRAlWbWDvg/s320/Exterior+Siding.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491353372033651426" /></a><br />The right side of the house has all of the siding completed. The left side lacks a small amount at the top.<br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1SNvDhyZDqAwugc9fhepZoitrZ9iR_xS04QA0Uy8sCs7c8l5RDdRFw9AvwqxSigvZj-uiQt0i5r7qLUmWXnNu9dLIm3m1rLZXvmf-hnP_MbLH9BhBs_l2BOx-PfSc3pFRIJTIKLmS1hw/s1600/Front+Exterior.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1SNvDhyZDqAwugc9fhepZoitrZ9iR_xS04QA0Uy8sCs7c8l5RDdRFw9AvwqxSigvZj-uiQt0i5r7qLUmWXnNu9dLIm3m1rLZXvmf-hnP_MbLH9BhBs_l2BOx-PfSc3pFRIJTIKLmS1hw/s320/Front+Exterior.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491353293787427938" /></a><br />Front view of the house<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvvhdr9lJ3_G48trSSAqocZW4J_picHojJEizPBEtF1jV_2vQsgj00RpcW0mrmcqFOFdvD6tjqv9rmJ7FHnqnwMMZi2oFfC219RVwpCI7apErIAqZeyGpvT15a-Yrf7cEI2RmLlTYRycQ/s1600/Upstairs+Hardishake.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvvhdr9lJ3_G48trSSAqocZW4J_picHojJEizPBEtF1jV_2vQsgj00RpcW0mrmcqFOFdvD6tjqv9rmJ7FHnqnwMMZi2oFfC219RVwpCI7apErIAqZeyGpvT15a-Yrf7cEI2RmLlTYRycQ/s320/Upstairs+Hardishake.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491353191487831426" /></a><br />The shakes have been applied to the top section on the front of the house. The lower section should be finished tomorrow. <br /><br />The workers finally got started on the drywall today. They started with the upstairs. The upstairs bedrooms, bonus room, and the jack & jill bath all have the drywall hung. <br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XVZtzpw2PBu88JQ1RKg_Uj79KZijgqgEZVL6o389MLoYbYZ5bOUbjiIhui_GuFg23xNPcrBvag3aH_obXM6IidiJT4Eh7HuNra_KUcol61Gsj59Ffxfx7xh1t6nWJwNTT8rZudzy6C8/s1600/Drywall+Greatroom.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XVZtzpw2PBu88JQ1RKg_Uj79KZijgqgEZVL6o389MLoYbYZ5bOUbjiIhui_GuFg23xNPcrBvag3aH_obXM6IidiJT4Eh7HuNra_KUcol61Gsj59Ffxfx7xh1t6nWJwNTT8rZudzy6C8/s320/Drywall+Greatroom.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491353007286214754" /></a><br />The bonus room<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhATzW4GfJxXLytnAonS_3qxTEGRjQaE4q06KZcYc_YandWhlKkW87vL48M0qQDoTxUBPwlgf8LPkLMd6j2W1-jK-U3Nk3yobiCNR7lRrCOqc2hWcalpFWYATEDoArwIw7R7JcZE-XPnQE/s1600/Drywall+upstairs+bedroom+3.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhATzW4GfJxXLytnAonS_3qxTEGRjQaE4q06KZcYc_YandWhlKkW87vL48M0qQDoTxUBPwlgf8LPkLMd6j2W1-jK-U3Nk3yobiCNR7lRrCOqc2hWcalpFWYATEDoArwIw7R7JcZE-XPnQE/s320/Drywall+upstairs+bedroom+3.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491352910778205154" /></a><br />One of the upstairs bedrooms<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PpXXqBubB0_nThRWpq9ZrMcTexdpoBJDeNX_gewzWl9VV5sYbugKNAaDy4K94d2U5WumlFcyoLcb8sLvbS_bUoCZ347H-H6wJ12haF1Zq5MOixW2gAo_oNM5JjW0nAGIf2FdfaO2J6c/s1600/Drywall+upstairs+bath.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8PpXXqBubB0_nThRWpq9ZrMcTexdpoBJDeNX_gewzWl9VV5sYbugKNAaDy4K94d2U5WumlFcyoLcb8sLvbS_bUoCZ347H-H6wJ12haF1Zq5MOixW2gAo_oNM5JjW0nAGIf2FdfaO2J6c/s320/Drywall+upstairs+bath.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491352805284902354" /></a><br />Jack & Jill bathroom upstairsEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-16971813806353909132010-07-05T18:33:00.003-04:002010-07-05T18:49:03.023-04:00Rock Exterior CompletedWe didn't know when the rock would be applied to the exterior, so we were pretty excited to see that it was completed a few days ago. We decided on a drystacked (no mortar) combination of handcrafted and fieldstone. The handcrafted pieces are rectangular, and the fieldstone is a larger irregular shape. The rock colors are Mossy Creek and Westchester. The Mossy Creek is composed of various colors of gray. Westchester is mostly tan with areas of brick red. The colors look amazing with the brick. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd38nAVL8f4hQe9x8tPOB07XLuQckJxGU_bNEGklwMBKtYyvlJz-RajZgc8AuKxAc3oFzIVwAf6zQJg9F4nF5-W_I1tQGDWGii482_l63wDmu88dHupQ7Ph7ZPKHi4PbcuF63WzEDtovI/s1600/Rock+Exterior.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd38nAVL8f4hQe9x8tPOB07XLuQckJxGU_bNEGklwMBKtYyvlJz-RajZgc8AuKxAc3oFzIVwAf6zQJg9F4nF5-W_I1tQGDWGii482_l63wDmu88dHupQ7Ph7ZPKHi4PbcuF63WzEDtovI/s320/Rock+Exterior.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490554263187874242" /></a><br />I love the brick keystones within the rock. It really brings the two textures together. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxgU1ixF6-7QCJtWgRDNlxBP6O951XhhjBQwU7L0UDL9i0BedrL70gTkFuVrQTSHiAdlBafu9CrCb1eSzw3PcrD7fKviWT9p1zsZ81_TKvReh8CO4i-4s61sh_NF8I914nE3HJBUCfmGQ/s1600/Rock+Exterior+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxgU1ixF6-7QCJtWgRDNlxBP6O951XhhjBQwU7L0UDL9i0BedrL70gTkFuVrQTSHiAdlBafu9CrCb1eSzw3PcrD7fKviWT9p1zsZ81_TKvReh8CO4i-4s61sh_NF8I914nE3HJBUCfmGQ/s320/Rock+Exterior+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490554198491682962" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCS1QFvULLn-KDyTmrfa4zLf8I0vr-hjwIs0FQl9Nh6yVWsphaHKUzfEvZ7dcvFb0mCf09n0yxlUK4rBedc791Jxi4nMF5LhFxMCa5KANVQ1BAIlX7nTcA12wZyUZ38J1DwrcCEBIiOLY/s1600/Rock+Keystone.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCS1QFvULLn-KDyTmrfa4zLf8I0vr-hjwIs0FQl9Nh6yVWsphaHKUzfEvZ7dcvFb0mCf09n0yxlUK4rBedc791Jxi4nMF5LhFxMCa5KANVQ1BAIlX7nTcA12wZyUZ38J1DwrcCEBIiOLY/s320/Rock+Keystone.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490554077827827842" /></a><br />Rock keystones were used above the garage doors and the bonus room window on the front of the house.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-77685754786450110882010-06-29T21:30:00.003-04:002010-06-29T21:37:46.149-04:00Front Porch and Siding DeliveryBecause of a few minor issues, progress has been slow over the past week. I feel like things will start picking back up this week. Today, the concrete was poured into the front porch. Also, the Hardi Siding was delivered. I assume this will start going up in the next day or so. I was barely able to see the siding color through the wrapper, and I think it is going to look great with our brick selection!<br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmJC8cuDiP6mBobiPf7zYqe2IV9tkhWn02mnxH2jbZBXaF9cAh2eyzqbzvDb_Nc0UA_cqU2EvZYEO8BGqvtOZH1J08aBPNLWPloYx1sFHuCT8gD4JCs6xqaPB8u9ThgXB147dzxlSqaRs/s1600/Front+Porch+Concrete.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmJC8cuDiP6mBobiPf7zYqe2IV9tkhWn02mnxH2jbZBXaF9cAh2eyzqbzvDb_Nc0UA_cqU2EvZYEO8BGqvtOZH1J08aBPNLWPloYx1sFHuCT8gD4JCs6xqaPB8u9ThgXB147dzxlSqaRs/s320/Front+Porch+Concrete.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488373315602560834" /></a><br />Front Porch<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWF9t6GNANiIhmng_tSsXycYsSAywIEhnizBiNCtOMyahJW7hyphenhyphenO7k_9HqzeHLvG4FyNXMiaqqC5V8XU7Dz1j0syXkuB8ROFEXn2nssvxzrP78sj4mJc2Kdr4J_kf-vcxH9ISg1BmIblzo/s1600/HardiPlank.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWF9t6GNANiIhmng_tSsXycYsSAywIEhnizBiNCtOMyahJW7hyphenhyphenO7k_9HqzeHLvG4FyNXMiaqqC5V8XU7Dz1j0syXkuB8ROFEXn2nssvxzrP78sj4mJc2Kdr4J_kf-vcxH9ISg1BmIblzo/s320/HardiPlank.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488373250182189954" /></a><br />Hardi Plank<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd4mksQafDQffpXBw3LOYHeUmuNYPnTCwuztgqmZLaCAiW3Q2rA0J5TLIf20kJX120nzQvNmUDsmG7_ptwAOdYrAzvEDxOwB_eQJcYom54_CAJunov0etxMsDlItIQMg02vnWY9xsqs6Q/s1600/HardiShingle.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd4mksQafDQffpXBw3LOYHeUmuNYPnTCwuztgqmZLaCAiW3Q2rA0J5TLIf20kJX120nzQvNmUDsmG7_ptwAOdYrAzvEDxOwB_eQJcYom54_CAJunov0etxMsDlItIQMg02vnWY9xsqs6Q/s320/HardiShingle.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488373175224142146" /></a><br />Hardi ShakeEmilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-89182178810464830252010-06-24T21:38:00.004-04:002010-06-24T21:50:35.275-04:00Completed Exterior BrickIt is so exciting to see the exterior of the house coming together with our selected details. Today, the bricking was completed. The rock and siding will be going up in the next week or so. It was odd to see the temporary bricks placed above the garage doors and the garage window. Apparently, they make temporary key stones with brick (to allow for the appropriate amount of space). Once the rock is delivered, they will slide the bricks out, and replace them with rock. According to schedule, the next step is going to be sheet rock. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL-P2xVsLEnviTtjeCFu5ADE5MrnCNk8dGvl0k7jLrPcjJcLOGOIeefnhfE0WNyWq7msT13YCkltaCQkETcNAMmSa7DFJK0dcV34xe-YO6hjiMAcD5nD_sCvDDWRaGV7ZxVbaxPezBqrQ/s1600/Final+Brick+3.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL-P2xVsLEnviTtjeCFu5ADE5MrnCNk8dGvl0k7jLrPcjJcLOGOIeefnhfE0WNyWq7msT13YCkltaCQkETcNAMmSa7DFJK0dcV34xe-YO6hjiMAcD5nD_sCvDDWRaGV7ZxVbaxPezBqrQ/s320/Final+Brick+3.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5486520166956414674" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBBoD5iubGTrUei-34V8IptSKDREAxatGO_9QwyklB0LKB0YwZ9VbPyee2lphzx2Z3KCXwU1f7gXMs59Ydv-4jz8A2waVKxFKitvP45JH3otkBSl7BbRW8y2Cqqt22p143Dr3ng7Am3mU/s1600/Final+Brick+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBBoD5iubGTrUei-34V8IptSKDREAxatGO_9QwyklB0LKB0YwZ9VbPyee2lphzx2Z3KCXwU1f7gXMs59Ydv-4jz8A2waVKxFKitvP45JH3otkBSl7BbRW8y2Cqqt22p143Dr3ng7Am3mU/s320/Final+Brick+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5486520070188108146" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrlBsVifnqEorDu7fxKA_R1zD7jzNVFbPr2Ct8n_rgor629f70TtvRmXKxqWC5nRMWBtKNCES6Y1XldM1kbtXgbzLneAKz2I2vqW6BlWNQo1EeTeHGdhVpgb9N3kgAKdFZ8MwTlhOOco/s1600/Final+Brick+1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrlBsVifnqEorDu7fxKA_R1zD7jzNVFbPr2Ct8n_rgor629f70TtvRmXKxqWC5nRMWBtKNCES6Y1XldM1kbtXgbzLneAKz2I2vqW6BlWNQo1EeTeHGdhVpgb9N3kgAKdFZ8MwTlhOOco/s320/Final+Brick+1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5486519921292947634" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-82680088775021342892010-06-17T21:51:00.008-04:002010-06-17T22:33:05.808-04:00Interior SelectionsIt has been so much fun deciding on our interior selections! It is awesome being able to design a room from scratch, and put our personal touch on every square inch. Our decorating style is classified as "Transitional". This is also referred to as "updated classic", "classic with a contemporary twist", or "old meets new". Pottery Barn (which is my favorite store) serves as great inspiration for our decorating choices. <br /><br />I am super excited about our selections for the kitchen and keeping room. We selected recessed panel (medium/dark brown) cabinetry with black pen glaze. The hardware is a long, sleek satin nickel handle for the doors and drawers. Although I love our cabinet and hardware selection, I am really excited to see our countertop and back splash installed. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGBD0UuwOIruKaf9OFtTJsGre4soGu0wZd8g2eQ95AivCmcQsR5sF412fRTOZCcaFSf54LOo9Ek8aT9c5oOvlhs_1zkUiYoKZqjgyXYUkqJrNfpHyrO2tqcLxqKbG4BuhU4TcZrxHRHbU/s1600/Giallo+Ornamental+slab.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 208px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGBD0UuwOIruKaf9OFtTJsGre4soGu0wZd8g2eQ95AivCmcQsR5sF412fRTOZCcaFSf54LOo9Ek8aT9c5oOvlhs_1zkUiYoKZqjgyXYUkqJrNfpHyrO2tqcLxqKbG4BuhU4TcZrxHRHbU/s320/Giallo+Ornamental+slab.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483926350606968786" /></a><br />We upgraded to a Tier II granite, Giallo Ornamental. It is a combination of white, tan, brown, and very small accents of black. The design is composed of mostly veins, which provides incredible movement. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZ-nhcIl6Oa98xYG0dPZHJ71L3RH7YCTsm-CGBTTTmXZ9lybsYSy0XT8wBNT6awQdocT6RQ3koN2VdLA8yVlmrxd6hBDzvQYlFFC5OhWdZ0kvZUaztlDFtnBPnealdPvFEWE5grCpN4E/s1600/foliage+glass+tile.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 175px; height: 175px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZ-nhcIl6Oa98xYG0dPZHJ71L3RH7YCTsm-CGBTTTmXZ9lybsYSy0XT8wBNT6awQdocT6RQ3koN2VdLA8yVlmrxd6hBDzvQYlFFC5OhWdZ0kvZUaztlDFtnBPnealdPvFEWE5grCpN4E/s320/foliage+glass+tile.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483926277874787138" /></a><br />The kitchen backsplash is composed of solid glass 1"x 1" tiles. The tile is named "Foliage", and it is a combination of tan, brown, and green. The tiles placed next to our granite looks absolutely amazing!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSG6NGz6hcDYirUHw9sblCRnQqQV_k25GqR2dyxa6g-scPdHJEb_iHJDIIqQ5GHePkGdAEVtZUQHmmkUCQOwprm4qeUd9Re8ZE1RCNxZNNKfE8hTvN-A7drtJ6lp-r30HcpsZYNF6BLU/s1600/shimmer+beach+tile.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 149px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSG6NGz6hcDYirUHw9sblCRnQqQV_k25GqR2dyxa6g-scPdHJEb_iHJDIIqQ5GHePkGdAEVtZUQHmmkUCQOwprm4qeUd9Re8ZE1RCNxZNNKfE8hTvN-A7drtJ6lp-r30HcpsZYNF6BLU/s320/shimmer+beach+tile.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483926218439209122" /></a><br />We really wanted our master bathroom to stand out and be special. With the huge picture window above the tub, we have great light coming into the area. So, it seemed like an obvious choice to add glass tiles into this area. 6 inches of glass subway tiles (1" x 2") will be extended up the walls around the bathtub, and a 4 inch accent band will run around the walls of the tiled shower. The name of the glass tile is "Beach", which is a neutral tan color. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCbLv1yugEouDLLwBTTvkEdRwf_NQ5hscC5c915hC7-XdC5F4BPlQTG9IVa44BybvGcF84u5asKDra1LzzC3GibjAwfGSMCBJEmKqLCdFJCVYDjQIXTzBN5-ct_CJ1RivUA8NDZJulZA/s1600/ridgeland+saddle.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 261px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCbLv1yugEouDLLwBTTvkEdRwf_NQ5hscC5c915hC7-XdC5F4BPlQTG9IVa44BybvGcF84u5asKDra1LzzC3GibjAwfGSMCBJEmKqLCdFJCVYDjQIXTzBN5-ct_CJ1RivUA8NDZJulZA/s320/ridgeland+saddle.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483926025214546738" /></a><br />With the exception of the master bedroom, master bathroom and laundry room, the entire downstairs will be completely hardwood flooring. Because it is such a large area, it was a tough decision choosing what size and color to select. After a trip to Atlanta and Dalton (to view the flooring), we chose to go with a 3.75" plank. This give a bold look (being wider than the standard 3" plank), without it looking too wide. The color we selected is called "Saddle". It is a mocha color with dark wood grain. <br /><br />I am very excited to see our choices all together in one house! Our close date is still on track for August 21st.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-74170090034745420592010-06-16T21:38:00.008-04:002010-06-16T21:56:14.036-04:00Windows Part II, Drywall, & BrickAs planned, the windows were all installed today. I am so pleased with how they turned out. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismE4tudPFfUoCkzTlXT__PUjVEGw096J7lGjqqiwbRWY4DPSMUPRRD75VG__VsgJ5Tcp6AOA0pG4mGtqQmukedX-hiKBPgs3cA9666yN-oO36tVonb5-AL4trFy54DGXenvJTbn54w0Y/s1600/Front+Windows.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismE4tudPFfUoCkzTlXT__PUjVEGw096J7lGjqqiwbRWY4DPSMUPRRD75VG__VsgJ5Tcp6AOA0pG4mGtqQmukedX-hiKBPgs3cA9666yN-oO36tVonb5-AL4trFy54DGXenvJTbn54w0Y/s320/Front+Windows.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483552219444219234" /></a><br />Front View<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq2cmGhnYs0MdJpSYK2WXCwjHGjLnTviHCnH817CP6RAjcKkYIsHukrUEeAabd0ztLOJ14w_2yqFn795wXXYsxBEk9EYBMdmxq3SgF1fD1buZOr6rcnU3Gh4KqZp5fjGU2h8szuStd_pM/s1600/Back+Windows.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq2cmGhnYs0MdJpSYK2WXCwjHGjLnTviHCnH817CP6RAjcKkYIsHukrUEeAabd0ztLOJ14w_2yqFn795wXXYsxBEk9EYBMdmxq3SgF1fD1buZOr6rcnU3Gh4KqZp5fjGU2h8szuStd_pM/s320/Back+Windows.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483552078699260578" /></a><br />Back View<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLvNEZpT5DBnf0a4rstxs0TnSyxZODorJsoqlBisbAw2KxXoBCfat4prQaNPAnVlkqLmdlmh2dGVj8ZeTJnre2kxSBBK0VzQ61QJETtC6YgPc5_s0gp1fQQbkAb7OyH17ORrwlRjKwp2M/s1600/Pocket+Door+Frame.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLvNEZpT5DBnf0a4rstxs0TnSyxZODorJsoqlBisbAw2KxXoBCfat4prQaNPAnVlkqLmdlmh2dGVj8ZeTJnre2kxSBBK0VzQ61QJETtC6YgPc5_s0gp1fQQbkAb7OyH17ORrwlRjKwp2M/s320/Pocket+Door+Frame.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483551915797766498" /></a><br />The materials were delivered to install the pocket door in our master bathroom. Pocket doors are so practical! They serve the purpose of a door, but do not take up any living space.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmGGGDvfbD2Vf8yaIhKRQQ8mliapAydQ-1l9Mxki3iRiGQukvqNE-i-mil6E1vpWKyhdv27GXhRBpwsQ0B7QVd0LrNh3q6N6DXR_h-WtsFs8SynmrfO8pILzzPXuysGzYsWnSUvwrZg8/s1600/Drywall.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmGGGDvfbD2Vf8yaIhKRQQ8mliapAydQ-1l9Mxki3iRiGQukvqNE-i-mil6E1vpWKyhdv27GXhRBpwsQ0B7QVd0LrNh3q6N6DXR_h-WtsFs8SynmrfO8pILzzPXuysGzYsWnSUvwrZg8/s320/Drywall.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483551769214097410" /></a><br />All of the drywall was delivered, and should be going up tomorrow. It will really change the feel of the space once this is completed. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil73-u2bZemt1uVNFaPvPM5dwzF7i26d0sVqxrUJGdZdtz2pVhn6AImEmkQ0UFDS9ov1JCNwqX9GJ5dKKGULsqhVHcwzoGCNEo9LkYjkviSYfV6olqQf3Tf4SO-oZXUOpg0CQtpkVboLA/s1600/Drywall2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil73-u2bZemt1uVNFaPvPM5dwzF7i26d0sVqxrUJGdZdtz2pVhn6AImEmkQ0UFDS9ov1JCNwqX9GJ5dKKGULsqhVHcwzoGCNEo9LkYjkviSYfV6olqQf3Tf4SO-oZXUOpg0CQtpkVboLA/s320/Drywall2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483551641390525362" /></a><br />Stacks of drywall in the great room and dining room<br /><br />We were really surprised to see that the masons started on the brick foundation. I have been a little nervous about how the brick and mortar would look together. Pratt has not built a house with our combination, so it was hard to visualize how it would turn out. I love the outcome! The brick has such a great texture, and the light mortar really accents that feature.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNkbZT12OJqeMgNvVEzBGq675Sste1_Y_Yu-bXZhbl52uMh8graHEc-5Ezjo_4G6v_LbdF7ZyMb2oJRxqyoCm8SSgbnMGxyap75trsCswZZbcVxt_wiWejd_IUyTDDG8OgekkvGVF8u6s/s1600/Brick1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNkbZT12OJqeMgNvVEzBGq675Sste1_Y_Yu-bXZhbl52uMh8graHEc-5Ezjo_4G6v_LbdF7ZyMb2oJRxqyoCm8SSgbnMGxyap75trsCswZZbcVxt_wiWejd_IUyTDDG8OgekkvGVF8u6s/s320/Brick1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483551511627813058" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaBHO-_S1VK9Hd2qA6fTeMLAeLgnxbDBmsdH7s76vDdgB5ZMFRVwLBS8oOTFOBKu4RvaYj9Cjq9uqk8NjZyVmc0GvAOqux-XTUbWT-VUgx4mqVxfsMJa9GuSqaOrPeDVzciQIDUg1i4Fk/s1600/Master+Side.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaBHO-_S1VK9Hd2qA6fTeMLAeLgnxbDBmsdH7s76vDdgB5ZMFRVwLBS8oOTFOBKu4RvaYj9Cjq9uqk8NjZyVmc0GvAOqux-XTUbWT-VUgx4mqVxfsMJa9GuSqaOrPeDVzciQIDUg1i4Fk/s320/Master+Side.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483551430704580642" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-4125848537662626302010-06-15T21:46:00.007-04:002010-06-15T22:08:43.930-04:00Windows Part IOur windows were finally delivered to the lot today! I believe they were supposed to arrive a week ago, so we were really happy to finally see them. I love every detail of the windows we selected. The exterior color is "desert sand", which is beige. This will be nice on the outside of the house because it will blend well, and not stand out as a main focal point. The interior is white, which will be easy to pair with different wall colors. The prarie grill is on the top of the window, and bottom is clear glass. We specifically chose this design because it does offer a Craftsman look, and it will not obstruct our views of the canyon. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskhq3obCBtxiza8pob9pv-2D_j5bHYmAj-tY366cY2m64afOCc7Bsx8D6WRZmRaiVwv_l2GDKnqzDpfpU3pmpqH3gIxJmiP7KDVTdmQr0WeFi_jScwfDe4dmOEmeUmxddNy4OnjEzt0w/s1600/Windows.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskhq3obCBtxiza8pob9pv-2D_j5bHYmAj-tY366cY2m64afOCc7Bsx8D6WRZmRaiVwv_l2GDKnqzDpfpU3pmpqH3gIxJmiP7KDVTdmQr0WeFi_jScwfDe4dmOEmeUmxddNy4OnjEzt0w/s320/Windows.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483182708649931874" /></a><br />Window Design<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqNRY_A2ZRQ0uBTVrBLnKn1oGGdPGvX9YtcPnIhVZbx0lN2kaSq19C0qYMLzC9B5aNAuvZuc18uC0kDzMVF1j1bIEZhfnhQ9b9vxbUEjAtrZC_NzH1Mb9X1bGRScfGZbom4XuxrEhwys/s1600/Front+ride+side.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAqNRY_A2ZRQ0uBTVrBLnKn1oGGdPGvX9YtcPnIhVZbx0lN2kaSq19C0qYMLzC9B5aNAuvZuc18uC0kDzMVF1j1bIEZhfnhQ9b9vxbUEjAtrZC_NzH1Mb9X1bGRScfGZbom4XuxrEhwys/s320/Front+ride+side.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483182629135640786" /></a><br />Front right side (Master bedroom/bathroom/closet). We selected a wide prarie grill picture window for over the whirlpool tub in the master bathroom. This will allow for great natural light into the bathroom.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0nkn1DClur0PXTe8VUnt4XOKLZXf4mRVzHH8U8b-o71kVKyFe0UVSJNRu2Mj-WeZmp7qDhlySt__GaI1UuAWyeW0ocembCME7Ub9XTqFzYnky9j1x_pqImCi4lt6L3XaayewQCgwKaO0/s1600/Kitchen+Windows.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0nkn1DClur0PXTe8VUnt4XOKLZXf4mRVzHH8U8b-o71kVKyFe0UVSJNRu2Mj-WeZmp7qDhlySt__GaI1UuAWyeW0ocembCME7Ub9XTqFzYnky9j1x_pqImCi4lt6L3XaayewQCgwKaO0/s320/Kitchen+Windows.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483182442987294242" /></a><br />Windows in the breakfast nook<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIVR9VoY0iU_zfuZirUAZa03zZ6HsxdG4L8idUeL5JlH6Uu9jmqz_1jE5DpUssOjgocnLH9z0vQtCiZVfoOEldJcEAuek0wmlC7ZlqUX_H6bhcSrad8njsI2VU5yFHOlRgBViMReNhhRE/s1600/Great+Room+Windows.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIVR9VoY0iU_zfuZirUAZa03zZ6HsxdG4L8idUeL5JlH6Uu9jmqz_1jE5DpUssOjgocnLH9z0vQtCiZVfoOEldJcEAuek0wmlC7ZlqUX_H6bhcSrad8njsI2VU5yFHOlRgBViMReNhhRE/s320/Great+Room+Windows.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483182215423543810" /></a><br />Great room windows. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmMkWN8dfcKuVztWi15_SfNu2bB-CiDXHdwcXtL6IWluL67Vzpj0WejQQEVThWoelyeXmi8JEexNqVYrXR854MBEyAnbz6ZOm6bHj7LCmfJDp5EUjMaDVkwW6Ri1jEHZbOcVYANAE8xso/s1600/Broken+Window.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmMkWN8dfcKuVztWi15_SfNu2bB-CiDXHdwcXtL6IWluL67Vzpj0WejQQEVThWoelyeXmi8JEexNqVYrXR854MBEyAnbz6ZOm6bHj7LCmfJDp5EUjMaDVkwW6Ri1jEHZbOcVYANAE8xso/s320/Broken+Window.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483186526833360994" /></a><br />All of the windows were installed downstairs, and unfortunately, there was one casualty. The top portion of one window in the breakfast nook was completely busted out. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpAIhNDShUNYW4aE3qtUHrFa8nzjNiiIXI7MIoa6JsKXWsIldWIEyuwvRdkobLSZ0CwYQDdl165ctV_TnsomyqiE0LrWGz0lY7w1JWzD1mDrEkmB5GBB3X-KN4vvAI6wPYlttCu4YT3ic/s1600/Bricks.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpAIhNDShUNYW4aE3qtUHrFa8nzjNiiIXI7MIoa6JsKXWsIldWIEyuwvRdkobLSZ0CwYQDdl165ctV_TnsomyqiE0LrWGz0lY7w1JWzD1mDrEkmB5GBB3X-KN4vvAI6wPYlttCu4YT3ic/s320/Bricks.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483181984794909618" /></a><br />Loads and loads of bricks were delivered. I am excited to see the changes that are about to happen on the exterior of the house.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-43243761045393881942010-06-14T19:43:00.002-04:002010-06-14T19:51:04.162-04:00Electrical CompleteWe completed our electrical walk through tonight. I am so glad to be done with all of those decisions. Our windows are scheduled to arrive tomorrow, and hopefully, they will begin installing them tomorrow as well. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB1lWTkPLzzzCN7-3wy4uGoak4rAJvH3sKV7-b_r1mLt0lNzS4ac_QsXPNjdWGLsDHJr81IN_xCFUhK4W-wFgU0VkDkZh2uh7uUDhk0M-Nyv3UKf8Y9xqp4vOzxGmuA9UnPQqbATTyCtg/s1600/Front+View+without+dumpster.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB1lWTkPLzzzCN7-3wy4uGoak4rAJvH3sKV7-b_r1mLt0lNzS4ac_QsXPNjdWGLsDHJr81IN_xCFUhK4W-wFgU0VkDkZh2uh7uUDhk0M-Nyv3UKf8Y9xqp4vOzxGmuA9UnPQqbATTyCtg/s320/Front+View+without+dumpster.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482779388012045010" /></a><br />With so many details happening on the inside, nothing exciting has happened on the outside. Our brick was delivered to the lot this morning. There should be some interesting things happening to the outside of the house over the next 1-2 weeks.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-9580885381665024392010-06-13T22:12:00.008-04:002010-06-13T22:30:32.256-04:00Electrical and Sewage LinesIt has been a very long week of electrical work...and still going! I had no idea that deciding where to put outlets, choosing what switch operates which lights, and where each light should hang would be so much work. The process is made even more difficult because all of the decisions must be "up to code". We are scheduled to do a final electrical walk through tomorrow afternoon. My goal is to be done thinking about electrical details by tomorrow night!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkjtajGiJ95x5L0upWV5nHuhr7M-Hziklx98mHIs7epz7hZHpfz1QMqSZk2cNDhUqVhrhfKxW34Ru__IFX9hfzj3s7rZvE_7TwNwFb99VjXUq3Q20_vxP3rf26Smu8f-iXpOwsnRJKxpI/s1600/Electrical+(2).JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkjtajGiJ95x5L0upWV5nHuhr7M-Hziklx98mHIs7epz7hZHpfz1QMqSZk2cNDhUqVhrhfKxW34Ru__IFX9hfzj3s7rZvE_7TwNwFb99VjXUq3Q20_vxP3rf26Smu8f-iXpOwsnRJKxpI/s320/Electrical+(2).JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482447316258430338" /></a><br />This is the first step: deciding where to place the electrical switches.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgift0mPAd48PPqa93650lC1T7X89CrFYL4JdG4Ghmn9pmLPkWpmD5XVgOJWKxqsaWdN_SR06xw9DVOXvo9Pac9hBqztlm8AjRZDPVgY0jUG_Gcz9JJW4dqiSGG98Ar-6PHpWjxKwr8REw/s1600/Electrical+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgift0mPAd48PPqa93650lC1T7X89CrFYL4JdG4Ghmn9pmLPkWpmD5XVgOJWKxqsaWdN_SR06xw9DVOXvo9Pac9hBqztlm8AjRZDPVgY0jUG_Gcz9JJW4dqiSGG98Ar-6PHpWjxKwr8REw/s320/Electrical+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482447131260057682" /></a><br />The can lights were installed on the upstairs catwalk. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWBW-4IRU_pWN0DuWxtYOZWswSIqc1QZBHt-Wq_OL459rPHi_bo5AizqTwFgV5rZwB-q4sP1VA1zeBxiYMF6veXUizkQJ-V1oI1Maf_2Ty7mmUjpz_vXiOxR2vIi8wV_CvDyrwTrtt7Hk/s1600/Electrical+3.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWBW-4IRU_pWN0DuWxtYOZWswSIqc1QZBHt-Wq_OL459rPHi_bo5AizqTwFgV5rZwB-q4sP1VA1zeBxiYMF6veXUizkQJ-V1oI1Maf_2Ty7mmUjpz_vXiOxR2vIi8wV_CvDyrwTrtt7Hk/s320/Electrical+3.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482447044630786242" /></a><br />The final step: running the electrical wires to each outlet/switch.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKUGXyY_-D5Z2UsKWRwDOvQ1vdu7P94iGRz6qS5HB0G5wxh2G8Mei7f8FRRiwLyLBEdJSP8J4SV75pKb6AMmLvwpUvpaL3_wu9V51MpWQLe5z2uBUr8ISBn69X6OmTlk5ueRsIiMleX2A/s1600/Sewer+Lines.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKUGXyY_-D5Z2UsKWRwDOvQ1vdu7P94iGRz6qS5HB0G5wxh2G8Mei7f8FRRiwLyLBEdJSP8J4SV75pKb6AMmLvwpUvpaL3_wu9V51MpWQLe5z2uBUr8ISBn69X6OmTlk5ueRsIiMleX2A/s320/Sewer+Lines.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482446928549193538" /></a><br />The sewer pipes were also installed this past week. The front yard was one HUGE pile of dirt and rock. It will be nice to see this step finished because the big trench makes it tricky getting inside the house!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaGQ4JOfMRp5z5dhj4R2PEZ7cafLXcFCHpuiDxwWQG2VzmQHRSzHSTRN7SR-MI1P_-lWPu6Cch_4B4ir9IzXYGluQjy6Aqy-yNYbWsT8ybKxyFmNNorP2ZaZoT0hj9vK3eHwld1_pc1kI/s1600/Sewer+Lines+4.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaGQ4JOfMRp5z5dhj4R2PEZ7cafLXcFCHpuiDxwWQG2VzmQHRSzHSTRN7SR-MI1P_-lWPu6Cch_4B4ir9IzXYGluQjy6Aqy-yNYbWsT8ybKxyFmNNorP2ZaZoT0hj9vK3eHwld1_pc1kI/s320/Sewer+Lines+4.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482446786085784674" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXhmfkjM9xifzUcidM8c1E98TBkbuNtHZrptpLr1oS8qo6OMv8cxRQ8lGmC53PMLENDTlSH1f1bqEShzYgLnLq7iA6ysgWBi_3MpLKLuEB82rx8AskH2dRz16chLneMqhzYY561u_CWU/s1600/Sewer+Lines+2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXhmfkjM9xifzUcidM8c1E98TBkbuNtHZrptpLr1oS8qo6OMv8cxRQ8lGmC53PMLENDTlSH1f1bqEShzYgLnLq7iA6ysgWBi_3MpLKLuEB82rx8AskH2dRz16chLneMqhzYY561u_CWU/s320/Sewer+Lines+2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482446686649698258" /></a>Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-88522135255409243012010-06-05T16:16:00.009-04:002010-06-06T22:24:12.003-04:00Interior Details<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBjbLIWXcQ3rOcPMtnfD-EMBxVBXIP5YJxn_cysQ3e9VCOmtmtvSVoCzjw3cLIUsFm3E6w10igSRfNKF886HmszcQyg9zcp3NjBfysH6u3K2qBoThDXodTMfkyqPxlT3mBpbxkqlcthwE/s1600/interor+accents.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBjbLIWXcQ3rOcPMtnfD-EMBxVBXIP5YJxn_cysQ3e9VCOmtmtvSVoCzjw3cLIUsFm3E6w10igSRfNKF886HmszcQyg9zcp3NjBfysH6u3K2qBoThDXodTMfkyqPxlT3mBpbxkqlcthwE/s320/interor+accents.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479387894438826546" border="0" /></a>We met with our designer this past week, and decided on several of the major interior details. This picture is a huge compilation of just a FEW of the decisions we have made. I believe we will be using a lot of different textures pared with warm earth tones. I can't wait to see how it will all look together!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP1qBVVukKfJ0J90iHneVr-eGIpwDrO6il-KkNYQM7igBiyApYemiZDFtKmmcvXpedSkLOpf7i9JrF5wDISfU6BLLkpH5iYa15YgewKe0UqmzQU52vCq0l0Dr9rML7_asze0FX4hyvh3g/s1600/wrapped+exterior+2.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP1qBVVukKfJ0J90iHneVr-eGIpwDrO6il-KkNYQM7igBiyApYemiZDFtKmmcvXpedSkLOpf7i9JrF5wDISfU6BLLkpH5iYa15YgewKe0UqmzQU52vCq0l0Dr9rML7_asze0FX4hyvh3g/s320/wrapped+exterior+2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386964133643794" border="0" /></a>Finally, the "Pratt Wrap" has been completed on the front, sides, and back of the house.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixsJwStxPMoShU8Fe_b2NAkOqkH6lna_M7Mvsg2O8w8BPq8qQPJ8Uee9N6WwBODxfJAvxHBbMZ1Hcdms7GIym5Wk5QVNmjXHe2i0rXHjMu2KhywAKtMoHvS3mtgtzrpv7o9Dn7Yhkv0v0/s1600/whirlpool+tub.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixsJwStxPMoShU8Fe_b2NAkOqkH6lna_M7Mvsg2O8w8BPq8qQPJ8Uee9N6WwBODxfJAvxHBbMZ1Hcdms7GIym5Wk5QVNmjXHe2i0rXHjMu2KhywAKtMoHvS3mtgtzrpv7o9Dn7Yhkv0v0/s320/whirlpool+tub.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386885363243522" border="0" /></a>The whirlpool tub was delivered and installed. Isn't that a great view to see from the bathtub! Maybe it will be a while before we have neighbors building next to us.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlpySi6xUiA2ZlBAqYq0I0mcz-E6TuuoogIdnybyEMqv9Ra3rSthdS9Rw8edO3fBqOmG_rS5WjPUnw41CE9eZSty6IMWVfsembKbbqAzyxJ0L3vRBW7m8RR7jK1fKvCJbRgAJDN042_DE/s1600/great+room+arches.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlpySi6xUiA2ZlBAqYq0I0mcz-E6TuuoogIdnybyEMqv9Ra3rSthdS9Rw8edO3fBqOmG_rS5WjPUnw41CE9eZSty6IMWVfsembKbbqAzyxJ0L3vRBW7m8RR7jK1fKvCJbRgAJDN042_DE/s320/great+room+arches.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386812970917858" border="0" /></a>The carpenters completed their work this past week. They finished framing the upstairs bedrooms, closets, and bonus room. We were also excited to see the arches made into the doorways going from the kitchen to the great room. I think it is a nice decorative touch. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAGNqnZQNp_bk01nvW-RxRBHU00UWiAojY-M4c2dyf6r7DHbaPaMM2UBDg5Pyb-69HqhSzfpMe5AVk700zNT1VmmoGgHvIB9z4s4EuxxvTKogpL1nUuTIsCz3olk_VYPRjiey_vHOZxLo/s1600/back+door.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAGNqnZQNp_bk01nvW-RxRBHU00UWiAojY-M4c2dyf6r7DHbaPaMM2UBDg5Pyb-69HqhSzfpMe5AVk700zNT1VmmoGgHvIB9z4s4EuxxvTKogpL1nUuTIsCz3olk_VYPRjiey_vHOZxLo/s320/back+door.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386740667035778" border="0" /></a>The back door was installed.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglFsX7T4aMFhIH1js6I2lDvY8Tw0nGObCk-zK8U-SVPHpde0p_YW0TrsujgbfosYuqwXIuvS7JNnsJf5cJRAtek19jKRAxIoU7loq0_Dj6g1sDKe0vhyphenhyphenCDikXlP7Y4UGhZOd5MQZdGkuE/s1600/Front+Door.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglFsX7T4aMFhIH1js6I2lDvY8Tw0nGObCk-zK8U-SVPHpde0p_YW0TrsujgbfosYuqwXIuvS7JNnsJf5cJRAtek19jKRAxIoU7loq0_Dj6g1sDKe0vhyphenhyphenCDikXlP7Y4UGhZOd5MQZdGkuE/s320/Front+Door.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386679653836994" border="0" /></a>The front (temporary) door was installed, along with the sidelights.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkQRbK84EEuNcHrMb6P0HOBmpVEK98_hb7ixlZgCz2vu9fqHMXcMpSHjjM-cH275EKSs3vlt1Gf_eNWtMl3e6w4t4um9vQ3VDlm_bQsuC_3ZyNwlU3PL2K2akd4i8992uJ01jtN8nCSw4/s1600/Fireplace.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkQRbK84EEuNcHrMb6P0HOBmpVEK98_hb7ixlZgCz2vu9fqHMXcMpSHjjM-cH275EKSs3vlt1Gf_eNWtMl3e6w4t4um9vQ3VDlm_bQsuC_3ZyNwlU3PL2K2akd4i8992uJ01jtN8nCSw4/s320/Fireplace.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479386591104458786" border="0" /></a>The gas fireplace was also delivered.Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5861167133979931528.post-34675642059377367662010-06-01T20:48:00.010-04:002010-06-01T21:03:02.763-04:00Duct Work and PlumbingAlthough it was a rainy day, the crew was hard at work. The duct work and plumbing were started, and almost completed. We are so glad the roof has been completed, so that the workers can still get things done despite ugly weather!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwC0csddh7NNF218yqyO96m2OfhzEGhDTHoMO3jxlSkgcPvKB-voOd0J1AbY0NOwwNVTkuFaafFIEMqvxBtTlMKC2eiOx25jQaMs2xOPWlYis1YZKJmXvnysKqwYeRmynwIsldaKapafQ/s1600/Duct+work+above+master+bedroom.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwC0csddh7NNF218yqyO96m2OfhzEGhDTHoMO3jxlSkgcPvKB-voOd0J1AbY0NOwwNVTkuFaafFIEMqvxBtTlMKC2eiOx25jQaMs2xOPWlYis1YZKJmXvnysKqwYeRmynwIsldaKapafQ/s320/Duct+work+above+master+bedroom.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477972289657987810" border="0" /></a>This is a picture of the duct work above the master bedroom. It was taken from inside the walk out storage area.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZSoZqfyPMM23w6JaVqZVAN10prOiP8mFKKjOMgO_QCVMech2NY753CwefQb5e9jfPNECCj25WxI-DC5sdigSeOXKqTsDlapA4OgPncxDPPyNeTRa6ceko0WqAoGBkbAQ-5hs4iM6VvkE/s1600/Duct+work+in+great+room+and+master.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZSoZqfyPMM23w6JaVqZVAN10prOiP8mFKKjOMgO_QCVMech2NY753CwefQb5e9jfPNECCj25WxI-DC5sdigSeOXKqTsDlapA4OgPncxDPPyNeTRa6ceko0WqAoGBkbAQ-5hs4iM6VvkE/s320/Duct+work+in+great+room+and+master.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477972364056657282" border="0" /></a>This is another angle of the duct work above the master bedroom. The picture is taken from the great room.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAOKl3MUIBcz9F04uoM7gJAfzakUNh5fJl2gOfwEXVMbVg1MNiIhVd_j00sUUppPduu5Aokf1KMHFW2PkMSMqLq_LsckfcQwWMcPXxj6eRqXpovDmKlrK-O3qqPXibWS6GrpFfr0VyTsw/s1600/Plumbing+in+Keeping+room+and+kitchen.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAOKl3MUIBcz9F04uoM7gJAfzakUNh5fJl2gOfwEXVMbVg1MNiIhVd_j00sUUppPduu5Aokf1KMHFW2PkMSMqLq_LsckfcQwWMcPXxj6eRqXpovDmKlrK-O3qqPXibWS6GrpFfr0VyTsw/s320/Plumbing+in+Keeping+room+and+kitchen.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477972736018094818" border="0" /></a>The plumbing was completed in the kitchen and keeping room.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihpVdCveTPxY-Pfh7YtqaY7ZXyH9VNAuG_mqoFbndD-tJb2OnOLZe0JEPOuk38R9uw2Gev2OXYz4U1xl-y4Bq9DJJBAEq9hExUfKw-T_-qy_-CJ_xM5sf_tKM4_quunxAYyfly76FO3fU/s1600/Plumbing+on+side+keeping+room+wall+and+laundry+room.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihpVdCveTPxY-Pfh7YtqaY7ZXyH9VNAuG_mqoFbndD-tJb2OnOLZe0JEPOuk38R9uw2Gev2OXYz4U1xl-y4Bq9DJJBAEq9hExUfKw-T_-qy_-CJ_xM5sf_tKM4_quunxAYyfly76FO3fU/s320/Plumbing+on+side+keeping+room+wall+and+laundry+room.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477972853597967122" border="0" /></a>This is the plumbing in the keeping room and laundry room<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZOqv2-nfRdQvGg09PnPsrsm7q9N11EOXSJHQ-YuZbKf8wLXHEqLLybaNDivO_la7EIhsb-1PE8sDBiXdq6SNaH8ptVHFFox54Yyouh0DyA9NX_3UHAP4Mx9y7t4MeG9Bts6nef0TDiqA/s1600/Upstairs+tub.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZOqv2-nfRdQvGg09PnPsrsm7q9N11EOXSJHQ-YuZbKf8wLXHEqLLybaNDivO_la7EIhsb-1PE8sDBiXdq6SNaH8ptVHFFox54Yyouh0DyA9NX_3UHAP4Mx9y7t4MeG9Bts6nef0TDiqA/s320/Upstairs+tub.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477973104507436978" border="0" /></a>We were surprised to see our bath tubs sitting inside the garage. The upstairs bath/shower was delivered, along with out master bathroom whirlpool.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-WW7qHj1X-aU2AfpPOpQhJ-Y0-cfl6VjKl2tr_uRigmJm-7lU-4-08I-S6236vR3vQULfuaVAS0sU_TmlaZQkaPzodvb3NV7dz7ebxj5X9SwLjvOoRyxjsVfGjb5b1EgPevyOmbbMzFk/s1600/Doors.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-WW7qHj1X-aU2AfpPOpQhJ-Y0-cfl6VjKl2tr_uRigmJm-7lU-4-08I-S6236vR3vQULfuaVAS0sU_TmlaZQkaPzodvb3NV7dz7ebxj5X9SwLjvOoRyxjsVfGjb5b1EgPevyOmbbMzFk/s320/Doors.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477973045202094946" border="0" /></a>Our temporary front door was delivered, along with our back door. It looks like the windows will be going in soon!Emilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525033097706497203noreply@blogger.com0