Details, details, details. That’s the phase we’re firmly in right now.
Trim work continues, and we’ve met several times to walk through the plan in real time, because sometimes what works perfectly on paper needs a little adjustment once you’re standing in the actual space. Being able to measure, mock up, and fine-tune these areas has been invaluable, even if it means a few changes along the way.
Painters are back inside, prepping and painting the areas of the existing home that shifted during construction and needed a refresh. We’re hoping this gets us to our first fully complete space soon, which feels like a major milestone. The tradeoff, of course, is that our living area has shrunk yet again, thanks to tarps protecting against overspray. Add sanding dust to the mix, and things are… gritty.
On the plus side, landscaping is going in, the pavers are complete, and we’ve begun putting the outdoor spaces back together. Pool furniture is back in place, and our outdoor dining area is set up again. Lighting has been delivered and is ready to be installed, and everything is prepped and staged for paint.
Our beloved 11-foot dining table was sent off to be refinished, and it’s ready to come home. That table has been part of our everyday life, and knowing it’s about to return—all spruced ‘n ready for the next chapter— feels symbolic of the entire process.
This phase is inconvenient, cluttered, and occasionally exhausting. But it’s also the final push. We’re close.
