Attic--After Renovation

Here are the photos of our attic after the renovation. It is zoned as a bedroom, but we are using it as an office since our office was previously in our water-filled basement. Just when we think it is all coming together, something else goes wrong...I guess that is what comes with a 80 year old house. It has all been updated now, so we should be good to go for awhile--right??
Anyway, we opened up the attic, removing the door and walls that used to close off the space from the rest of the house. Chris ripped down the walls, removed a few walls to make it one large space vs. three small, ackward spaces and we put in new hardwood floors, new stairs and recessed lighting. We also put in two large closets to help accommodate our storage needs. All in all, it is a lovely new space simply in need of decor. We are pleased it turned out so well, but more pleased that it is finished!! The end of our remodeling days are nearly over. Now we need to get our basement put back together.

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Erin&Joshua said…

I wasn't going to comment on this series of photos except that in the corner of one photo I see what appears to be a "Kong." This happens to be Hunter's favorite toy and we can't go anywhere (Waterville or Cape Cod) without it. He keeps himself entertained for hours on end with it irregardless of whether there is food in it or not! I am so glad that Harvest likes this oddly shaped toy too.

February 27, 2008 at 9:40 AM

Anonymous said…

Looks nice...wow your family sure helped get the ball rolling there..

Love ya,
Jessica

February 27, 2008 at 12:36 PM

Kara said…

Yeah, Harvest loves his kong too, but is far more particular than Hunter--he needs his treats.

Jessica, yes my family did get the ball rolling on the painting project. They are pretty great. If only they were there for the multiple finish coats, trimwork, staining and varnishing...I could have used some hands or at least a babysitter!!

February 27, 2008 at 9:26 PM

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