Saturday, October 9, 2010

At Last!


Even from the earliest stages of the exterior and front porch project, I've wanted to see the columns in place.  They're an icon that set the tone for the whole exterior.  My long-awaited vision was realized as I rounded the corner on my walk home from work last night.

The columns are installed!


Despite all the colors and different materials, it finally looks like the house I dreamed of when I first saw it.


I think it's been difficult for neighbors to understand where I was going too.  Several of them were out on the street watching as the last column went in. 


The house is suddenly getting a lot of attention.  Cars are stopping as they drive by.  Neighbors are standing outside looking....taking pictures...asking questions about how I chose the details.  I'm pleased that people are interested.

Even more unbelievable (and amusing) I just met a neighbor who lives four houses away across the street who after 31 years on the street says she "noticed" my house for the first time.  She never realized what beautiful windows I had.   I didn't let on.   Hahaha!!!


The painters are supposed to arrive on Monday.  This may be your last view until the final reveal.

Happy weekend.  Happy Thanksgiving to the Canadians!  Happy Columbus Day to the Americans.    Happy Spring to the Southern Hemisphere.

26 comments:

  1. Damn! I'm jealous of those columns!
    They look amazing!!! Is this your job because you should be working somewhere in this field.
    I also love the roof of front porch -
    Isn't it fun when the neighbors talk...we still have people come up to us and talk about all the work we did. It's a really good feeling.
    Great vision Steve. :)

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  2. hi steve,

    those columns just made your house stand up straight, and get the hair out of it's face. they are gorgeous.

    ~janet

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  3. Congratualtions! So beautiful...

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  4. Your little girl is all grown up and gorgeous!! Your neighbors should be talking, you just improved the whole block! Heck, they should bring some champagne over and toast you! What an amazing job you've done (your contractor also!)

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  5. So BEAUTIFUL Steve! The columns not only make the house look complete, but they give it a wonderful sense of dignity.
    And it's wonderful that your renovation efforts are so appreciated by your neighbors. A neighborhood that sees the value and beauty of historic preservation is a my favorite kind of neighborhood!
    Trina

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  6. Trina said it better than I could have. The columns look beautiful! It's amazing how people suddenly notice what's been going on.

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  7. Congrats! I've been awaiting this milestone! Remember back when the neighbor asked you "you live there?" I bet she's super impressed now! Someone said "dignified" - perfect word for your home. Can't wait till the final reveal!

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  8. Steve,
    The columns are GORGEOUS!!!!! You have made your house a stunning "home"! I am so Happy for you and even more Happy for your house, as it will stand and be loved for hundreds of years to come because of what you have done to it! I know you did it "for the love of a house";) , but I am so excited that your neighborhood is noticing and embracing your vision and all of your hard work! Congratulations!
    happy weekend!
    happy, happy...
    joan

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  9. This is absolutley wonderful. What a great vision you had and to see it all come together must be very satisfying.

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  10. I was suddenly noticing those front windows, too--what makes them so fetching all at once? Maybe the columns highlight them in a certain way. The house is looking so good. Congratulations on sticking it out!

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  11. Oh what a vision you had and to see it become reality is magic. Your home is warm and inviting as well as smartly dressed. Bravo!

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  12. Dear Steve,
    Now THIS is what we call Greek Revival! Happy, happy, happy indeed - and in position just in time to celebrate my birthday! I love the neighbour's comment about your new windows, it just proves how right they look. Now we are waiting with bated breath to see the result of the painter's handiwork.
    Regards, Peter and Rosemary.

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  13. They are gorgeous. Your Greek Revival has been revived!

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  14. I wish I had neighbors like you, looks wonderful!

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  15. Beautiful! I've been enjoying poking around your blog, and have decided to follow along in your renovation adventures! We are just beginning our own renovation of a beach house house on the west coast.

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  16. What a beauty she is! You must have such pride -- like a papa with his chest puffed out! It really is quite beautiful. Looking forward to the final reveal.

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  17. So all that hard is paying off, it looks amazing. You must be so proud, you should be. I remember when you put in the windows, are they all wood? They look great. Keep it up, can not wait to see the colors you choose. Go get them, kid. Oh and don't you dare touch that tree again!

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  18. My congrats!!!! Finally your dream has come true and this is a time to celebrate... cheers to you from Chile drinking the best chilean merlot I celebrate with you!!!!

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  19. I wish I lived closer, I would slow down to stop and stare too! Those columns look wonderful and give the house such presence, you can't help but take notice now!

    Kat :)

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  20. What a milestone! Congrats....the house is starting to look sexy!

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  21. I'm so happy I found your blog through Things that Sparkle. Your house is gorgeous and those columns- perfection!!!The porch is screaming sit, relax, and watch the world go buy (with cocktails:) I will be looking back often and can't wait to see the final reveal:)

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  22. Thank you for your sweet comment on my blog! I have been taking such delight in seeing the progress you have been accomplishing with your house - such a dramatic transformation! it looks amazing! I can't wait to see the final reveal :)

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  23. WOW! You've got some lucky neighbors. I cannot wait to see the exterior painted.

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