Carports, Communications, Stain/Paint Fun

Scott and I have an affinity for slat style walls/fences.

The "butterfly roof" will allow for rain collection in the center of the carports. We'll have a cistern in between the two for collection.

We're going to install some low voltage lighting to accent the slats. We'll stay with this style for a few columns (low voltage lighting again) on each side of the entrance of the drive as well.

The same stain on the deck.

An example of the "hog wire" as it's affectionately know will finish out the deck. We also plan on installing some pipe railing on the the top of the hand rail.

We're planning on an accent color for the contrast from the lap siding (left) to the hardy sheets. Here's one of the colors we are previewing (left) currently.

Communications and speaker wiring is in.

Our communications box below the stairs.


Plumbing top out, mechanical, and framing inspections are happening Monday morning. Spray foam and sheet rock to follow shortly and then the fun begins.

Austin City Limited

We are currently working towards a few inspections. After these few we can move forward to the spray foam and sheet rock.
We've started staining the deck with a semi-transparent stain. The exterior paint is currently on hold while we finish up with a few details for the inspections.
Our friend Devin Schavey (info available upon request) just wired the house for TV/Wifi/speakers.

I'll post some pictures as soon as we come up for air.

Roofing

The awning Scott fashioned above the deck entrance and window along with the drain (white) will help cut up the front of the house.

The flashing against the main color (olive-ish) and accent (white).

The flashing and standing seam peeking out.

The standing seam is all down on the upper level right in time for a possible afternoon shower and more of the same tomorrow. The flashing and fascia really work well together along with our accent color (in my humble opinion).

I assure you we are still here.

Scott and I have been tying up loose ends since our last post. The holiday turned into a painting good time for all (us). The weather cleared for the most part and we are expecting rain this afternoon and tomorrow.
The good news is the roofers are here today getting the second level done. We are still prepping the house for paint. Our inspections should be coming up pretty soon for plumbing, electric, and hvac.
I will post some pics as soon possible.