These pictures show the concrete slabs in the garage (above); the pool/exercise room and the basement.
Okay, okay . . . it's been a busy few weeks so my blogging has fallen behind! We spent 10 days in Phoenix over Thanksgiving to watch brother Kyle compete/complete his first IRONMAN. It was amazing - so proud of him!! Meanwhile, back on the island - lots going on since last I wrote. Here's a quick recap:
- Footing drains and underground utilities around all the buildings have been installed.
- A lot more dirt was moved! Back-filled over the septic drain field and up to what will be the patio. It's now actually possible to stand on the patio-to-be and envision where the yard will be.
-The slab for the garage, the basement and the pool/exercise room has been poured. We opted to use 'color' other than concrete -- so it's called cappucino (sort of the color of the dirt. . . ) But, truly, it looks good!
- A cistern was installed which will catch all the downspout water and (eventually) be stored and used for yard/garden irrigation. An environmentally friendly element.
We have been really fortunate with weather that continues to cooperate!
SO . . .what's next?? More backfill around the basement and finishing the crawlspace. Then they will start installing floor joists and sub-floor in the casita and then the FRAMING will begin! Probably a 90 day project (I promise to update the blog in the interim though!)
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