Snug as a Bug in a Rug - Day 13 - Nov. 7, 2012

 Looks like new construction, doesn't it? I am constantly amazed by how much they can accomplish in one day.  Studs installed, plywood up, doorway moved, added support nailed in to the existing decking, window frames in place.  Arrived to find everyone still working on rafters despite the loss of electricity.  Now we didn't loose electric at any time during Sandy but it is out already with this nor'easter.  Really!  

                                                                 A few windows have been left in the cottage to provide a bit of light to work. The railing is off the deck so the view isn't interrupted by it.  The deck will be rebuilt across the length of the cottage with the outdoor shower right outside of the master bedroom. 

Guest room with an interesting vaulted ceiling and the awning window already roughed in.   

 Another view of the guest room with the awning window space on the left and the two double-hung windows going on the water side of the room.  Sun will stream into the room each morning and sparkle off of the water.  Inviting?

                                                              Open wall from the dining area to the right and the framed in window spaces below.  Should be a very cozy space since we are using the roof line from the original cottage.  Hmm, wonder what I will serve for the first dinner party?  Any suggestions? 

 

There are challenges with any renovation but when you are dealing with an 60+ year old cottage they come far more frequently.  If you look in this picture at the vaulted ceiling you will notice new lumber on the old roof rafters.  We had to do this because the original builder used rafters which were too long and the roof had sagged up to 2 inches in some places.  All square now.  Just waiting to see what the next challenge is.