Masonry Has Begun
Brickwork has begun on the back of the house and the installation of the two masonry fireplaces (which have passed inspections).
Floor Plan Modifications
Walking the house after framing, we made several changes to the plans we feel improve the flow of the house. Changes are as follows:
- On the main floor, the dining room is 2 feet larger by creating a niche for a hutch or buffet
- The cased opening between the family room and the kitchen is now 5 feet wider to create a more open floorplan
- The direction of the stairs was reversed for safer accessibility into and out of the elevator
- Perimeter cabinets and island were redesigned and the hutch relocated
- Master suite redesigned creating a more open feeling between the sitting area and the bedroom. A dressing area was created between the two walk-in closets. A totally redesigned master bath.
Check out our updated floor plans
Exterior Trim
Exterior trim installed as far as possible until the brick and roofing are complete.
Windows Installed
Tyvek House Wrap and windows installed by TNT Services. They provide us with a ten-year warranty against water leaks.
Changes…
We are currently implementing changes to the second floor master bedroom and bath and slight modifications on the first floor – making the dining room larger. We will post the changed floor plans as soon as we receive them from the architect.
Framing Day 2
Floor Joists – Our pet peeve is when you walk across the floor and the glasses in the china cabinet rattle. Code says the floor joists required to be 19.2” on center. For a more solid floor, our joists are 16” on center. No glasses rattling when you walk across our floors.
Basement Slab Poured
Termite treatment has been completed and the basement slab poured. Notice the recessed area for the elevator pit.
Waterproofing
Underslab plumbing passed County inspection this morning and the foundation walls received their waterproofing treatment.
Increasing Interest
We have been receiving calls from people interested in purchasing this home. If you are interested, this home’s anticipated completion date is November 1 and the price is $2,389,000. Please call Ken at 703-431-4596 with any questions or interest.
Remember, we can build this house on your lot or help you find a lot. We can also build another home from our portfolio, or build a custom home of your choosing.
We’re really excited to be on the cover (the cover!) of the summer issue of Building & Construction Northeast . Thanks for looking.
Grounds Work
The plumbing ground works were installed today. We’re ready for county inspections on Monday.
Excavation Begins!
All the excavation equipment has been moved in today and basement digging has begun.
Day 5
We have completed the construction entrance, silt fence, tree protection and clearing. We are ready to begin digging the basement!
Day 3
Tree clearing has begun with careful attention to preserving every tree we possibly can. The construction entrance has also been installed.
Construction has begun!
We received our building permit on Friday, June 18th and site work began Monday June 21st.
Waverly Updates
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