Sunday, June 19, 2011

Behind These Walls

Just wanted to give you a quick update on some of the
progress we have made in the Provision!
At this point about 90% of the walls and ceilings
that are coming down....
are down and most of the new walls
have gone up!

Before and Durings!

Living Room- Before
Living Room - During
We removed the walls, ceilings, and
fireplace surround
in this room! 
We also decided to remove the arch in between the
living room and great room!
In doing this we were able to create a wider
opening which will take advantage of both the
front view and rear views!

Great Room

Great View- Before
Great Room- During
Our contractors removed the back windows and doors,
The wall was then re framed  for the new windows and
french doors.  Since they had not yet come in, our
contractors nailed the odd and end doors to the openings!
Here is the view from the outside!

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom- Before
Master Bedroom- During
All the walls and old closet were removed in this room!
(We still have the ceiling to demo.)
Our contractors have also framed for our new window
in this room!  This room only had one small window!
We can't wait till this wall is removed and the
new window installed!
The new window will go here and like the windows in the great room
will overlook the back yard!
Our Back Yard!

This room is now framed for the new powder bath!

Upstairs!

Madison's Room
Before
During- Part 1
During- Part 2
We knew that we had to remove the old closet
and tiny bathroom.
What we didn't count on was the horrible smell,
that didn't go away until....
we removed the ceiling and discovered a
Huge..... raccoon's nest in the rafters!
This was the original entrance to the secret room located
off Madison's room.
Madison decided to make this her walk-in-closet,
so our wonderful contractors created a new
entrance and framed up the walls
to be drywall ready!

The wall dividing the kids landing room and Zac's bedroom,
has also been built!
When removing the walls in the downstairs bathroom,
we came across this
writing on the wall!
If we are able to keep the stud,
I will be adding the new remodel to the list!
Since we have been busy inside,
Our orchard was not sprayed in time to ward off
the insects or whatever causes the brown spots.
We do have one pear tree that is spot free,
and it has been so much fun to watch them grow!

I hope to have more to share this week!
Stairs have been flipped and windows are
getting installed!

I am linking to Metamorphosis Monday
over at Between Naps On the Porch!
Have a wonderful week!

12 comments:

Amy said...

Absolutely Amazing, DeeDee! You have been working hard! I still can't wait to see the finished product. What fun that will be!!!

Christine said...

These pictures are so incredible, really
outstanding! You guys have are making your dreams come true. It will be Beautiful!

I get so excited when I see your newest post is up. I can't click on your blog fast enough.

Martha said...

Can't wait to see the finished house. Love the writing on the wall!

Judy@judyfriendphotography.com said...

Oh my DeeDee and Wayne....I think it would have been easier just to build a new home!! The transformation is amazing so far and I'm excited to see the next post. My back hurts for you!!! Love to all.....

Judy@judyfriendphotography.com said...

DeeDee and Wayne, when you are done there I have a kitchen in Emmaus that needs a major redo. I thought since you are soooooo good at what you do and you seem to like it!!!! Aunt Judy

corners of my life said...

What a transformation!
How cool that you came across those messages. When we remodeled our kitchen {1992} we put a family photo in the wall with a message and "before" photos.

abeachcottage said...

Looks like a great work in progress. Looking forward to see how beautiful everything is when you're done :)

Nan ~ Playful Decor said...

Dee, WOW. What an undertaking! I love the stud with the messages! And the raccoon nest! We just got new windows and love having more light in our dark rooms - you will too! Thanks for sharing your progress!

michelle@decorandthedog said...

I'm exhausted reading this! Looks like you are making great progress though!!

Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

It is so fun to see all of the progress! Keep it coming!!!

Yuck on the raccoon's nest though...

It is going to be AMAZING!

Michelle said...

Wow...you guys have been busy. I'm in love with your orchard and your backyard!

Jane said...

You have made so much progress!! It is so much fun for me to view the before, during and after pictures. You will soon be living in the house of your dreams!
Jane