Building the Deck

Construction on the deck has begun! I cannot wait to grill and have a glass of wine out here, once it is complete. We have a fantastic view of the city and West hills, plus plenty of privacy in the summer with the tree cover.  We ended up going with wood vs a composite material. We are still trying to choose a deck rail - thinking metal or cable.  Looking great so far!

East Side Progress - The Tree is GONE

The tree that has been front and center in all of our before shots is GONE. Below is the series of photos showing the East side of the house and the work Mike has done.  You will notice something a little different in the final photo!

Framing the Second Floor

Master Bedroom, Closet, Bath

Master Bathroom

Guest Room

In Guestroom/Office looking at Master

In Guestroom/Office looking at Master

Guest Rooms

Second Story Framing: Beginning Phase

The dormer has been built and framing is complete on the second story. What a transformation!  Here are a few photos from very early on in the framing process.  More to follow...

Master Bedroom/ Facing East

Master Bedroom: Closet and Bathroom

Facing West:  looking toward the office / Guest room 3

Office/Guest Room 3 and Guest Room 2

Guest Room 2

Office/Guest Room 3

Garage Construction

Construction and framing of the garage has begun!  A few photos of Mike and Ben's work.

The house is starting to look quite a bit different from it's "before" photo!

Dormer Progress and Overlook Park

Dom discovered a park with terrific river and city views in the Overlook neighborhood. It is on the bluff just south of us and also happens to have a great view of our house.  We stopped by the park to check out the work on the house and snap a few photos.  There were a bunch of people just hanging out on benches, watching the scenery.  There were a quite a few make out sessions happening too.  Must be a popular date destination.