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After a year of time and expense poured into This Odd House, I have largely succeeded in bringing it up to working order, up to code, and a bit closer to my esthetic goal for clean, simple, contemporary styling. The rooms … Continue reading
In the afternoon light, after a one-year makeover. July 7 2013. A year ago, I hosted the “Before” Party. I had just taken ownership of This Odd House, and was making my plans for it and wanted to have people … Continue reading
I like the term “maker” for those hobbyists who take on constructive projects and build cool things. There is a local club called “Twin City Makers”, operating out of the “hack factory”, a building outfitted with shops and specialized tools … Continue reading
A few of the lists I make for myself, attempting to avoid things falling through the cracks and keeping tabs on the remaining items in the renovation/remodeling plan. In every construction project, the major parts get done, and then there … Continue reading
One of the design errors I committed was underestimating the ventilation requirements of an active kitchen. It is common for an over-the-stove microwave to provide a vent fan for removing the fumes from the chemical reactions common in the preparation … Continue reading
I started the renovation of This Old House by considering its energy usage. An energy audit was performed early on, and I have replaced the old boiler and asbestos-clad pipes, and last summer I started investigating the replacement of the … Continue reading
One of the quirky features of This Odd House are the “runway lights” that accent the stairway to the second floor. They are on a dimmer switch (of course) and are fun to light up when company comes over (“who … Continue reading
I have had a dry spell in blog entries recently because of health issues. Not mine, but rather of my partner Portia. Several weeks ago she had a blemish on her face removed, one that had been present for many … Continue reading
With the renovated and remodeled kitchen now complete, it is finally time to “move in” to This Odd House. You may recall that I purchased the property in July, spent a month doing demolition, then packed my possessions and transferred … Continue reading
In the course of this project I have engaged with many craftsmen and construction professionals. I have also described my plans and desires to friends and relatives, often finding myself at a loss to accurately or convincingly convey them. The … Continue reading
