Holmes Makeover

Other views of the house

2008-12-23T14:49:00.000-08:00

The Bethlehem Star quilt was made by my mom. It was the first of that design that she made and she had Cinnamon, Jasmin and me work on it along side her. It fits quite nicely in the guest room.

Christmas Clean Up

2008-12-23T14:44:00.000-08:00

Cinnamon's eye for design helped me to reposition the furniture in the living room. We are very pleased with the new look and might just have to keep the Christmas tree up!

Not done yet!

2008-12-23T14:37:00.000-08:00

Shad insisted that we replace that dirty carpet on the stairs. It was quite an ordeal to get it done in time for the party. Although it wasn't my first choice of carpet, it got installed before the party. It is very nice and will last us for years.

Now for the clean up

2008-12-23T14:28:00.000-08:00

The new space looks wonderful so it was time to make the rest of the house fit in. Clean up is hard work but the benefits are rewarding. Of course hosting the Rainbow School Christmas party gave us a deadline that kept us focused. We have uncluttered our space and hope to bring that same focus to our living.

Did I mention laundry?

2008-12-23T14:13:00.001-08:00

Oh yeah, did we talk about the laundry room? This space is at the east end of the room with a treetop view of the sunrise. Shad did the negotiation on a new efficient washer and dryer. Todd would be pleased with his persistance with the salesman to get the best price and then 2 price adjustments within the 30 days after purchase. Doing the laundry is no longer avoided until the pile tumbles over.

Completed mid-November

2008-12-23T13:47:00.000-08:00

We finally got our bedroom back with the wonderful addition. The work crews have been gone since mid-November and we have enjoyed the new space so much.

Who knew a closet could bring such joy!!

Custom closets

2008-10-27T20:40:00.001-07:00

Now we have a new linen closet, her closet and his closet. We can't wait to find all the clothes we have stowed away to fill the shelves.

Vanity cabinet

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Custom tile work trims the countertops.

Spa Bathroom

2008-10-26T21:46:00.000-07:00

Look Ma, no shower curtain!!

Let there be color!

2008-10-26T21:39:00.000-07:00

The walls are looking great will a little color.

Family room reclaimed!

2008-10-12T19:33:00.000-07:00

We were able to move back into the family room. It is better than ever with a raised ceiling and new lighting. And clear of clutter!!!

Curb appeal

2008-10-04T07:50:00.001-07:00

After much deliberation and discussion, we selected the new exterior colors. It turned out great and we love the new gutters too.

Doors

2008-10-04T07:44:00.000-07:00

Doors are installed and ready for paint. The "pocket door" with the glass insert slides into the wall as you enter the bathroom.

Laundry area

2008-10-04T07:40:00.000-07:00

Upper cabinets are installed above the washer/dryer space. Hard wood floors are installed and will be stained later. Laundry closet door is not there too.

And now the floor

2008-10-04T07:33:00.000-07:00

The floor includes a radiant heat system that involves electrical wires under the tile to keep our tootsies warm when we get out of bed.

The attic even gets a makeover

2008-10-04T07:23:00.001-07:00

This is what a heating and a/c heat pump looks like.

No, it did not snow in September! But the new insulation could fool you.

Under the arch

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BEFORE

AFTER

Take a look around outside.

2008-09-14T20:47:00.001-07:00

Did you notice the lovely new gutters? And can you see the new color?

Busy Week Inside

2008-09-14T20:39:00.000-07:00

We have real walls and ceilings now.

Bonus lights

2008-09-07T21:08:00.000-07:00

We now have lighting in the family room and in our existing shower.

The rain comes

2008-09-07T21:04:00.000-07:00

Will be ready for those gutters this week.

No more back door

2008-09-07T20:57:00.000-07:00

The ladder entrance is finally gone and the siding is up.

Heat and air

2008-09-07T20:52:00.000-07:00

We now have a new look in the attic. This is the heating/air conditioning unit. There is also a heat pump (similar to the compressor) that is outside.

More magic!

2008-08-13T06:55:00.000-07:00

Now you see it.

My bedroom door that goes out to the new addition.

Now you don't.

Dan has a good disappearing act!

Let there be lights!

2008-08-13T06:52:00.000-07:00

The electrician has been busy installing all the light boxes and wiring.

The shingles will keep us dry.

2008-08-06T18:48:00.000-07:00

The roofers wouldn't leave until it was all done today.

And the inside is starting to take shape. You are looking at the through the bathroom on the left and the closet on the right.

What a difference a day makes!

2008-08-06T18:46:00.001-07:00

Now we have a roof over our head.

Monday Aug 4 - Hottest Day of the Year!

2008-08-06T17:55:00.000-07:00

An early start for the hottest day of the year.

At least we have a view.

2008-08-02T21:34:00.000-07:00

Note the two windows overlooking the green forest of our back lawn.

Now you see it - now you don't.

2008-08-02T21:21:00.000-07:00

Well this is what the room looks like when the furniture is removed. Notice the fine detail of that cedar plank ceiling. Hours and hours of careful layout and hammering by Shad and Deena in their younger days.

Only a few hours of destruction tear it all away!

So it begins.

2008-08-02T21:09:00.000-07:00

Major construction took place this week at the Smith household. It has been many months in the planning mode, but now the work begins.