The week started off with a big crane paying us a visit. It was needed to lift the para-lam beams into place. They fit into steel braces on top of the many posts that are supported by the big cement footings which were poured last week.

Then the upstairs floor framing began. The outline of the second floor is really taking shape. Next, the electrication, plumber and heating guys do their part before closing up the floor. I'm also planning on networking the house and need to figure out where the CAT 5 cable is going!

The downstairs framing is nearly completed and half of the stair case is in place. I made my first trip upstairs when Lee, the architect, came by to check things out. My view of the park is really nice!

The first beam is lowered into place.

All the beams are in place and ready for the floor joists.

Framing of the new downstairs walls continues.

New walls are put in place.

"Spider man" anchors a wall support brace.

Downstairs really taking shape now.

Construction of the stairs is well underway.

Before the floor joists.

After the floor joists.

Lee double checks the framing against the plans.

He points out to a "particularly well constructed"
part of the joist system.

My new view of the park, nice!

From front corner accross to the back.

Check out my new view!

When can I come up?

Cy wakes up from his daily nap.

Opps! Someone took a wrong step.

Cy and Lee pretend to discuss the building plans, as they really talk about the local "blues" scene!

Big Lee and Little Cy, the Dynamic Duo!

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