https://thehometheybuilt.org/2021/02/09/were-adopting/2021-02-12T07:09:02+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2018/05/24/our-nyc-adventure/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-86.jpgRietz-86https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-3.jpgRietz-3https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-7.jpgRietz-7https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-9.jpgRietz-9https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-11.jpgRietz-11https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-15.jpgRietz-15I absolutely loved spending so much time with this guy and watching him learn and explore in a new environment. He gained so much confidence and became such a good helper to me! https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-21.jpgRietz-21https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-24.jpgRietz-24https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-33.jpgRietz-33https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/rietz-38.jpgRietz-38Dad coming home was always the best part of the day! 2021-02-09T10:00:32+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2018/04/29/trading-spaces-bts/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/banner.jpgbannerhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_8907.jpgIMG_8907https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6008.jpgIMG_6008Let's still be friends after this, ok?https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6134.jpgIMG_6134Paige always has to buy double of the same outfit for day 1 and day 2. She gave us each the t-shirt she wore in our episode. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6122.pngIMG_6122Please tell me you see why I was freaking out at 6:30 AM the next morning...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6119.jpgIMG_6119https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6118.jpgIMG_6118https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6117.jpgIMG_6117https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6116.jpgIMG_6116https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/img_6115.jpgIMG_6115The dream team! What we saw when we turned the corner into our kitchen (following the reveal). I had to take a picture of them to remember it! 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& Charlie. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-70.jpgIreEng2017-70https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-69.jpgIreEng2017-69https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-74.jpgIreEng2017-742017-03-12T23:47:53+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2017/01/20/our-icelandicenglish-adventure-day-3/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/10v2.jpeg10v2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-64.jpgIreEng2017-64https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-65.jpgIreEng2017-65https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_9145.pngIMG_9145https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_7483.jpgIMG_7483https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/fullsizerender-4.jpgFullSizeRender 4https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-58.jpgIreEng2017-58https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-57.jpgIreEng2017-57https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-59.jpgIreEng2017-59https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-55.jpgIreEng2017-552017-03-12T23:33:58+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/09/30/we-got-the-keys/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4860.jpgIMG_4860First Time Homeowners :)https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_2152.jpgIMG_2152Front of the Househttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_2148.jpgIMG_2148Front of the Househttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1947.jpgIMG_1947Master Bathroom - looking out into the family room. Why isn't it connected to the master bedroom?https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1944.jpgIMG_1944Master Bedroom Closethttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1940.jpgIMG_1940Bedroom #2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1934.jpgIMG_1934Guest Bathroomhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1931.jpgIMG_1931Master Bathroom - looking from the family room in. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1922.jpgIMG_1922Kitchen - Notice all of the unused space in between the stove and the counter top.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_1921.jpgIMG_1921Kitchen - check out that tile!2017-03-12T23:00:14+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/11/11/teachers-lounge-makeover/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_5075.jpgimg_5075Glass subway tile https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4086.jpgimg_4086How cute is this little succulent pot from Home Depot? https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4372.jpgimg_4372Added some random decor elements to the wall to fill in the empty space. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4373.jpgimg_4373https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4375.jpgimg_4375Added some random decor elements to the wall to fill in the empty space. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4376.jpgimg_4376https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_43741.jpgimg_4374Here comes the fun part... decorating! My favorite little corner. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_4075.jpgimg_407575% Finishedhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_1721.jpgimg_1721Cabinetry installed! Check out the 2 microwaves! The teachers loved that new perk.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_1619.jpgimg_1619Hello new floors!2021-02-10T06:12:44+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2017/01/19/our-icelandicenglish-adventure-day-2/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-361-e1489358432310.jpgIreEng2017-36https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_7252.jpgIMG_7252https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/fullsizerender-3.jpgFullSizeRender 3https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-35.jpgIreEng2017-35https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-36.jpgIreEng2017-36https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-37.jpgIreEng2017-37Hallgrímskirkja is a Lutheran parish church in Reykjavikhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-39.jpgIreEng2017-39https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-38.jpgIreEng2017-38https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-40.jpgIreEng2017-40https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-41.jpgIreEng2017-412017-03-12T22:41:19+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2017/01/18/our-icelandicenglish-adventure-day-1/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-14.jpgIreEng2017-14https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-15.jpgIreEng2017-15https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-17.jpgIreEng2017-17https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-23.jpgIreEng2017-23https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-24.jpgIreEng2017-24https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-26.jpgIreEng2017-26https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-25.jpgIreEng2017-25https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-27.jpgIreEng2017-27https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-28.jpgIreEng2017-28https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ireeng2017-31.jpgIreEng2017-312017-03-12T22:17:06+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/11/day-12-it-continues/2017-02-25T01:15:08+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/04/day-5-goodbye-kitchen-walls/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2200.jpgIMG_2200Getting rid of the wall that separates the kitchen and mudroom. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2188.jpgIMG_2188The full view!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2183.jpgIMG_2183https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2176.jpgIMG_2176Get rid of those checkered counter tops!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2175.jpgIMG_2175https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2173.jpgIMG_2173https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4938.jpgIMG_4938An old water softener hidden behind the walls. 2017-02-24T23:33:55+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/23/day-24-new-lighting/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/light1.jpgBedroom Lighthttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/light2.jpglight2Porch Light2017-02-24T23:13:05+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/02/day-3-stripping-paint/2017-02-24T22:55:50+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/09/21/welcome-levi-rietze/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_63.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_63https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_28.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_28https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_11.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_11https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_08.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_08https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_02.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_02https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_22.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_22https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_20.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_20https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_14.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_14https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_38.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_38https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/babylevibyvalentinaglidden_36.jpgbabylevibyvalentinaglidden_362017-02-24T22:53:43+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/09/24/home-office-part-1/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_9488.jpgimg_9488https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_9490.jpgimg_9490https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cabinet.jpgcabinetGetting fitted into the space. Next up trim work, doors (for the bottom half which will cover the filing cabinets), and paint! https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7112.jpgimg_7112https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7116.jpgimg_7116https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7117.jpgimg_7117https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7118.jpgimg_7118https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7124.jpgimg_7124https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7268.jpgimg_7268The beginning of the custom cabinet. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_7278.jpgimg_7278Josh approves!2017-02-24T22:52:17+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/11/01/tool-time-halloween-2016/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4958.jpgimg_4958https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4955.jpgimg_4955https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4953.jpgimg_4953https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4940.jpgimg_4940https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4927.jpgimg_4927https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4915.jpgimg_4915https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/img_4914.jpgimg_4914https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/halloween2016inspo.jpghalloween2016inspo2017-02-21T05:52:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/13/day-75-sod/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6159.jpgIMG_6159Just in case you forgot... https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6124.jpgIMG_6124The grass alone makes it look like an entirely new house!2016-11-12T06:27:25+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/03/24/backyard-facelift/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_1780.jpgimg_1780We all love laying in the new grass!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_1769-2.jpgimg_1769-2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_0382.jpgimg_0382https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_0380.jpgimg_0380https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_0378.jpgimg_0378New flower beds filled with mossy ground cover that enjoys the shade. My dad's vision is to have all of the moss fill in and spill over the bender board into the grass. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_0377.jpgimg_0377https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_0376.jpgimg_0376Came home from work to find my backyard like this! 2 trees and all the grass removed!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_8382.jpgimg_83822016-11-12T06:13:40+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/15/day-16-first-break/2016-11-12T05:49:19+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/12/day-13-moving/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5125.jpgIMG_5125Closet Solution from IKEAhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5136.jpgIMG_5136Thanks Whitney!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5137.jpgIMG_5137Closet installed and being filled!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5133.jpgIMG_5133Isn't this color the best?https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5130.jpgIMG_51302016-11-12T05:48:34+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/01/day-2-no-time-wasted/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2164.jpgIMG_2164https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2154.jpgIMG_2154https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4870.jpgIMG_4870Jason removing the subfloor in the living room. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4864.jpgIMG_4864Caleb removing the carpet from the master bedroom. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4869.jpgIMG_4869Our makeshift lighting, thanks to our neighbors for the power. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4871.jpgIMG_4871Kevin removing the wood floor. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4867.jpgIMG_48672016-11-12T05:47:18+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/13/day-14-the-move/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5143.jpgIMG_5143The loading crew!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5139.jpgIMG_5139Loading up the truck...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5145.jpgIMG_5145The unloading crew!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5148.jpgIMG_5148Unloading the piano...2016-11-12T04:37:01+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/14/day-15-what-a-mess/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5163.jpgIMG_5163Goodbye tree!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5170.jpgIMG_5170Yay clean floors! Thanks dad!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8474.jpgIMG_8474The boys removed the plaster ceiling and down came piles of insulation and debris...2016-11-12T04:36:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/08/day-101-cabinet-install/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2603.jpgIMG_2603https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2458.jpgIMG_2458https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2448.jpgIMG_2448The frame for the kitchen island/laundry center. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2447.jpgIMG_2447https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2407.jpgIMG_2407More drywall being installed.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2605.jpgIMG_2605Cabinets beginning to go up!2016-11-12T04:35:02+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/02/01/day-125-200am-wood-floors/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_67151.jpgIMG_6715THANK YOU for working so hard to help us finish these floors!2016-11-12T04:34:17+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/01/23/banana-republic-necklace/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_9998.jpgIMG_9998https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_9973.jpgIMG_9973https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_9972.jpgIMG_9972https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_9965.jpgIMG_99652016-11-12T04:33:05+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/08/19/parker-at-5-weeks/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_02.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_02https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_69.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_69https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_64.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_64https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_44.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_44https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_42.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_42https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_38.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_38https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_30.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_30https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_20.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_20https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_10.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_10Island/Laundry Closet/Changing Tablehttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rietzefamily_valentinagliddenphotography_05.jpgRietzeFamily_ValentinaGliddenPhotography_052016-11-12T04:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/07/05/fireplace-renovation/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8598.jpgIMG_8598Complete! !https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8584.jpgIMG_8584Adding a white Moroccan tile back splash. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8593.jpgIMG_8593Finished Backsplash! Adding gray, wood-grain tile for the hearth. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8547.jpgIMG_8547The boys built a hearth (tall enough to sit on) and created a box for the mantel. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8554.jpgIMG_8554Finished Detail Pieces with Painthttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8551.jpgIMG_8551Finished Details Pieceshttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8549.jpgIMG_8549Adding the detail moldings to give it its' character. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8550.jpgIMG_8550Detail Moldingshttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8542.jpgIMG_8542Faulty brick fireplace with no hearth. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_8538.jpgIMG_8538EXAMPLE. Found this picture on Pinterest and used it as inspiration for our mantel construction. 2016-11-12T04:30:27+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/11/27/entertainment-center/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9050.jpgimg_9050https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9048.jpgimg_9048https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9045.jpgimg_9045Kids Tablehttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/thanksgiving2015.jpgthanksgiving2015Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9043.jpgimg_9043Pinterest Win - Bacon Wrapped Green Beanshttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9044.jpgimg_9044https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9456.jpgimg_9456Step 5: add TV, shelf accessories, and cabinet doorshttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9065.jpgimg_9065https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9060.jpgimg_9060Step 4: Add decorative elements (shiplap and moldings)https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_9041.jpgimg_9041Step 3: painted, borrowed TV for scale2016-11-12T04:29:47+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/01/14/5/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/46f0265489480a6b8df921e518c37c2c.jpg46f0265489480a6b8df921e518c37c2chttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/0b37ed4c3209f1f7b9d9c6f8388e7239.jpg0b37ed4c3209f1f7b9d9c6f8388e7239https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/parker-bracelet.jpgparker bracelethttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_9919.jpgIMG_99192016-11-12T02:34:48+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/06/29/baby-shower-at-the-house/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8458.jpgIMG_8458https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8462.jpgIMG_8462https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8459.jpgIMG_8459Telling stories on the porch.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8465.jpgIMG_8465Cousin Daisy :)https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8457.jpgIMG_8457https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8463.jpgIMG_84632016-10-26T21:11:22+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/11/01/back-to-the-future-halloween-2015/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8676.jpgimg_8676https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8675.jpgimg_8675Circa 1985 in 2015https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8674.jpgimg_8674Taking it for a spin around the neighborhood...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8673.jpgimg_8673https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8672.jpgimg_8672#outatimehttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8642.jpgimg_8642https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8640.jpgimg_8640https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8638.jpgimg_8638The Delorean in all its glory!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8636.jpgimg_8636Doc getting prepped for the big night!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_8633.jpgimg_8633Doc checking out the flux capacitor. 2016-10-26T21:11:05+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2016/07/22/baby-2/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_46.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_46https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_01.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_01https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_30.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_30https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_28.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_28https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_08.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_08https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_18.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_18https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_14.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_14https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_13.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_13https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_26.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_26https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/rietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_41.jpgrietzematernitybyvalentinaglidden_412016-10-26T21:10:54+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/30/day-62-cabinets-arrived/2015-08-20T06:47:09+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/13/im-pregnant/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_5752.jpgIMG_5752https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_6039.jpgIMG_60392015-08-20T06:19:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/08/day-9-finishing-drywall/2015-08-20T06:12:44+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/07/11/the-big-reveal/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5604.jpgIMG_5604Plants being installed!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5606-2.jpgIMG_5606 2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5681.jpgIMG_5681Vegetable Garden with tomatoes, basil, chives, peppers, strawberries, cilantro, limes, avocado... this paint job was fixed after the ceiling was stained.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/beforeafter3.jpgbeforeafter3https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/beforeafter2.jpgbeforeafter2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5973.jpgIMG_5973Thanks to Kayla for her help party planning!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5936.jpgIMG_5936The kids loved the new sod!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_0910.jpgIMG_0910Welcome to Parker's First Birthday party! (/backyard reveal party)https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_0967.jpgIMG_0967https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_1078.jpgIMG_1078Hurray! I have a brand new backyard to play in! 2015-08-20T06:10:15+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/07/04/backyard-makeover-part-6/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5551.jpgIMG_5551https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5548.jpgIMG_5548https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5544.jpgIMG_5544Sandbox constructed, just needs sand! https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5534.jpgIMG_5534https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5533.jpgIMG_5533Sod being laid!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5401.jpgIMG_5401https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5405.jpgIMG_5405https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4954.jpgIMG_4954https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5417.jpgIMG_5417https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5418.jpgIMG_54182015-08-20T05:59:18+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/06/29/backyard-makeover-day-5/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5418.jpgIMG_5418Shiplap roofing being installed...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5417.jpgIMG_5417Where's Waldo? Up on the roof... in 100 degree heat...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5405.jpgIMG_5405Framing completed. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5404.jpgIMG_5404My hero :)https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5403.jpgIMG_5403Look at the size of this thing!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5401.jpgIMG_5401https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5310.jpgIMG_5310Framing begins on the roof.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5307.jpgIMG_5307https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5294.jpgIMG_5294Getting the center ridge of the roof in place. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5127.jpgIMG_5127Lumberjacks, Kevin & Dan. Placing the first supporting beam up. 2015-08-20T05:22:14+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/07/06/patio-lights/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/notice-light2.jpgnotice light2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/inspiration1.jpginspirationBarn Light Inspirationhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/notice-light.jpgnotice lightNotice the nice red farm house lights!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_5610.jpgIMG_5610https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4964.jpgIMG_4964$28 per light! https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4977.jpgIMG_4977https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4978.jpgIMG_4978Took all of 30 minutes to spray paint our four patio pendants. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4979.jpgIMG_4979https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4980.jpgIMG_4980https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_4981.jpgIMG_49812015-08-20T05:16:14+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/03/23/day-176-new-posts/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2981.jpgIMG_2981Kevin replacing the ridge cap on the roof of the garage. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2989.jpgIMG_2989Inside these 6x6 posts are 4x4 wood beams. Kevin created a casing for them with 1x6's to give them a beefier look. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2983.jpgIMG_2983Temporary bracing as old hollow posts are removed. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7239.jpgIMG_7239https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7241.jpgIMG_7241Primed and ready for paint!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7237.jpgIMG_7237https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7231.jpgIMG_7231SO MUCH PAINT!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7232.jpgIMG_7232Thanks mom for scraping paint off these doors for the past 4 months...2015-07-23T22:06:51+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/06/15/backyard-makeover-day-4/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5153.jpgIMG_5153DG was used to fill in the cracks to help keep everything in place and resist runoff.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5708.jpgIMG_5708https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5705.jpgIMG_5705https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5703.jpgIMG_5703Each piece of broken concrete was laid and leveled by hand. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5702.jpgIMG_5702https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5700.jpgIMG_5700https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5686.jpgIMG_5686Path dug out, ready for concrete stones to be laid. 2015-07-04T04:02:45+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/06/08/backyard-makeover-day-3/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5665.jpgIMG_5665https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5665-2.jpgIMG_5665 2https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5664.jpgIMG_566411 Months old today!2015-07-04T04:02:33+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/06/05/backyard-makeover-day-2/2015-07-04T04:02:25+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/06/04/backyard-makeover/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5660.jpgIMG_5660Concrete design by Papa Johnhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5655.jpgIMG_5655Parker - June 2015https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5653.jpgIMG_5653https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5652.jpgIMG_5652https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5651.jpgIMG_5651https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5646.jpgIMG_5646https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5645.jpgIMG_5645https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5644.jpgIMG_5644Concrete poured for the shed slab. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5640.jpgIMG_5640https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_5639.jpgIMG_56392015-07-04T04:02:20+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/04/11/9-month-photo-shoot/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_06.jpgRietzeFamily2015_06https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_02.jpgRietzeFamily2015_02https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_01.jpgRietzeFamily2015_01https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_27.jpgRietzeFamily2015_27https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_21.jpgRietzeFamily2015_21https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_42.jpgRietzeFamily2015_42https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_41.jpgRietzeFamily2015_41https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_38.jpgRietzeFamily2015_38https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_35.jpgRietzeFamily2015_35https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rietzefamily2015_57.jpgRietzeFamily2015_572015-06-06T23:15:48+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/05/15/maternity-photos/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_47.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_47https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_40.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_40https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_37.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_37https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_29.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_29https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_22.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_22https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_10.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_10https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_07.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_07https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/maternitybyvalentinaglidden_05.jpgMaternitybyValentinaGlidden_052015-03-06T22:07:16+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/02/07/painting-the-awnings/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2366.jpgIMG_2366Decided later on to add a second coat.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2187.jpgIMG_2187Up close of the milk paint in action. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2188.jpgIMG_2188https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2186.jpgIMG_2186https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2175.jpgIMG_2175https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2174.jpgIMG_2174Just add water!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_2183.jpgIMG_21832015-02-20T06:57:31+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/06/26/parkers-room/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8869.jpgIMG_8869New book shelves built by Kevin. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8450.jpgIMG_8450Parker vinyl up on the wall (and the newly painted crib)!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8511.jpgIMG_8511Found this changing table/dresser on craigslist! It was a light birch colored wood when we bought it. Kevin painted it black to match the other furniture in the room. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8318.jpgIMG_8318Bought this crib for $75 at a garage sale! Score! Just need to sand and paint it. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8364.jpgIMG_8364Thanks Kelly for the Parker vinyl! Purchased on etsy!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_8220.jpgIMG_8220Newly painted changing table/dresser. You can also catch a glimpse of the new navy accent above the plate rail. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7641.jpgIMG_76412015-02-19T03:50:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/04/20/first-family-gathering-on-easter/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7518.jpgIMG_7518Our last Easter without kids!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7531.jpgIMG_7531https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7523.jpgIMG_7523The island makes the perfect buffet!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7533.jpgIMG_7533First family gathering at the Rietze residence!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7521.jpgIMG_7521Enjoying the afternoon on the porch!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7508.jpgIMG_7508The table is set and ready to go! ... we need to replace the folding chairs eventually2015-02-04T05:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/03/03/day-granite/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_7018.jpgIMG_7018https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_7017.jpgIMG_7017Ta Da! We went with the color absolute black.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_7016.jpgIMG_7016https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_7012.jpgIMG_7012One final piece needed...2015-02-04T04:52:02+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/03/07/day-158-back-splash/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7081.jpgIMG_7081https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_7083.jpgIMG_70832015-02-04T04:51:30+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2015/01/26/wood-awnings/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2091.jpgIMG_2091https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2090.jpgIMG_2090https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2089.jpgIMG_2089Both wood awnings completed!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2088.jpgIMG_2088https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2087.jpgIMG_2087Wood Awning 1 Close Uphttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2086.jpgIMG_2086https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2085.jpgIMG_2085Wood Awning 1 with detail pieces added. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2084.jpgIMG_2084Wood awning frame 1https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2083.jpgIMG_2083Measuring the frame he built. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2082.jpgIMG_20822015-02-10T14:46:47+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/24/day-56-and-then-there-was-light/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5916.jpgIMG_59162015-01-26T05:23:03+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/30/day-31-starting-the-kitchen/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5525.jpgIMG_5525Framing the small pony wall that will eventually be a small bar eating area. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5518.jpgIMG_5518Moved the hutch to the other side of the dining room. The back of it now sticks into the second bedroom. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5524.jpgIMG_5524Framing this small wall that will hide the side of the cabinets and fridge. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5523.jpgIMG_5523Closing up the old door way between the family room and mudroom. 2015-01-26T05:17:53+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/02/02/day-126-wood-floor-finished/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2814.jpgIMG_2814There really is nothing quite like removing the plastic off something new. Ahhh!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2736.jpgIMG_2736The appliances are in! https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2723.jpgIMG_2723Wood floor in living room finished!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2716.jpgIMG_2716Look how good the wood floor looks against the white moldings. I'm in love!2015-01-26T01:58:40+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/02/08/day-132-nice-surprise/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6776.jpgIMG_6776Thank you friends for such a nice surprise!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6761.jpgIMG_6761Our new table set up in the dining room. We have enough room to keep it set up at its' full length. 2015-01-26T01:58:31+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/02/07/day-131-moving-in/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6755.jpgIMG_6755Kevin removing the plastic off our carpet. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_2749.jpgIMG_2749Setting our bed up!2015-01-26T01:57:58+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/04/day-36-front-yard/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5582.jpgIMG_5582Tearing out the dead grass from the front yard. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5585.jpgIMG_5585John Uyboco. Husband. Father. Landscape Extraordinaire. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5583.jpgIMG_5583New irrigation trenches. 2015-01-26T00:29:59+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/02/day-64-inspection-tomorrow/2015-01-26T00:25:28+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/03/day-65-home-inspection/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5996.jpgIMG_5996https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6003.jpgIMG_6003Kevin and Matt putting up the crown molding in the dining room. 2015-01-26T00:24:35+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/24/day-25-new-carpet/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5434-0.jpgIMG_5434-0Crown molding installed and being painted. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5401.jpgIMG_5401EXAMPLEhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5447.jpgIMG_5447No furniture in the house means naps must be taken on the new carpet. Ok by us! Plastic is still laid that's why it's so shiny. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5419.jpgIMG_5419So glad we went with gray!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/762aaf9828493a450e677668677e9283.jpg762aaf9828493a450e677668677e92832015-01-26T00:17:53+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/10/day-11-choices-choices/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5106.jpgIMG_5106Timmy priming our bedroom walls. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5122.jpgIMG_5122Walls and ceiling primed!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5095.jpgIMG_5095Jake and Kevin assembling closet shelving. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5008.jpgIMG_5008Master closet with removed plywood shelving, new paint, and new light fixture. 2015-01-25T23:58:52+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/17/day-18-tree-uprooting/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5352.jpgIMG_5352Goodbye tree trunk!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5351.jpgIMG_5351Gray is SO much better!2015-01-25T23:46:22+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/02/day-34-new-laundry-idea/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5400.jpgIMG_5400No ceiling, no walls... brrrrhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5513.jpgIMG_5513Kevin imagining what we can do with all of this open space. 2015-01-25T23:43:38+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/16/day-48-more-painting/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5753.jpgIMG_5753Thanks Tim for being such a great painter!2015-01-25T23:40:19+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/26/day-88-dining-table/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6435-0-e1422228901632.pngIMG_6435-0https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_2702.jpgIMG_2702Kevin laid new plywood down to go underneath the wood flooring. 2015-01-25T23:35:40+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/18/days-50-54-progress/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5902.jpgIMG_5902New edging installed to separate the eventual grass and greenery. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5771.jpgIMG_5771Getting ready for a new pathway. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5904.jpgIMG_5904Stone pavers for the new pathway installed. 2015-01-25T23:25:50+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/26/day-58-drywall-complete/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_2603.jpgIMG_2603Finished drywall!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6089.jpgIMG_6089Almost ready for sod!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_6090.jpgIMG_60902015-01-25T23:17:15+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/04/day-66-floor-patching/2015-01-25T23:07:21+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/10/day-72-island-building/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_2448.jpgIMG_2448https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_2447.jpgIMG_2447This island frame will one day house our washer and dryer. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_2429.jpgIMG_2429Kevin built the island frame outside and moved it inside once it was finished. 2015-01-25T23:05:40+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/25/day-118-accident/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2421.jpgIMG_2421https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2419.jpgIMG_24192015-01-25T23:01:49+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/21/day-114-farmhouse-sink/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/aab27241_whitehaven-741x381.jpgaab27241_whitehaven-741x381Mmmhmm... an apron front sink is just the ticket.2015-01-25T22:51:03+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/19/day-112-wood-floor/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2716.jpgIMG_2716https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2680.jpgIMG_2680Always make sure to leave the boxes of wood inside the area where they will be installed 2 days prior to installation. It allows them to acclimate to the temperature so that you don't have them expanding or contracting once they are in place. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2619.jpgIMG_2619Sample of the wood we chose next to the kitchen cabinets. 2015-01-25T22:48:24+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/23/day-116-family-room-floor-finished/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2675.jpgIMG_2675Blue tape is a MUST when installing wood floor that requires glue. 2015-01-25T22:45:14+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/12/day-105-hardware/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2641.jpgIMG_2641https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2622.jpgIMG_2622Nice new microwave hood.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2618.jpgIMG_2618https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2616.jpgIMG_2616Shaker style cabinets from Ikea!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_2615.jpgIMG_2615Just missing the fridge... and countertops... oh and flooring... BUT it's coming together!2015-01-24T01:05:35+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/20/day-21-pocket-door/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_2287.jpgIMG_2287Black subway tiled used to transition between the existing bathroom tile and new carpet. 2015-01-24T00:54:58+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/06/day-7-continuing-demo/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5011.jpgIMG_5011Cleaning up the mess from yesterday...https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5014.jpgIMG_5014Check out the new way to enter our master bath!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5002.jpgIMG_5002Goodbye old bathroom entrance!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4989.jpgIMG_4989Getting ready to dry wall over the previous bathroom entrance. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5004.jpgIMG_5004My mom working into the night, stripping the paint off that door.https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4985.jpgIMG_4985Thanks Tim & Whit for your help!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4987.jpgIMG_4987Remember that stressful pile of construction mess? It's been removed!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4988.jpgIMG_4988Yay! We can see the floor!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4982.jpgIMG_4982Starting to drywall the pocket door frame. 2015-01-24T00:23:21+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/05/day-6-demo-day/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4967.jpgIMG_4967Removed the plywood shelving in the master closet and installed this beautiful light!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4949.jpgIMG_4949Looking from the dining room into master bedroom. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4950.jpgIMG_4950Nice open concept eh?https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4961.jpgIMG_4961In just one day, Kevin and the guys ripped out the wall and put in the pocket door frame!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4939.jpgIMG_4939Thanks Dan and Jason!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4952.jpgIMG_4952No more kitchen or mudroomhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4935.jpgIMG_4935Goodbye kitchen walls!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4932.jpgIMG_4932Goodbye floor!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4931.jpgIMG_4931Does this stress you out like it did me? https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_4922.jpgIMG_4922Soon to be a pocket door in between the master bedroom and bathroom. 2015-01-24T00:18:18+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/27/day-59-mirror-installation/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5911.jpgIMG_5911New lights! Kevin had to rewire and cetner them because the original light fixture was centered over the medicine cabinet instead of the sink (*shaking head). https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5940.jpgIMG_5940https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5920.jpgIMG_5920Removed the medicine cabinet and didn't even bother patching the hole because it will be hidden behind the new mirror. Notice how off center it was!2015-01-23T23:53:24+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2014/01/18/day-111-hood-vent-cover/2015-01-21T05:39:03+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/28/day-90-bathroom-floor/2015-01-21T05:38:23+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/27/day-89-back-to-work/2015-01-21T05:38:12+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/19/day-81-minor-changes/2015-01-21T05:37:38+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/15/day-77-unexpected-expense/2015-01-21T05:37:21+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/14/day-76-normal-saturday/2015-01-21T05:37:09+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/12/day-74-flowers/2015-01-21T05:36:42+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/12/08/day-70-appliances-picked-up/2015-01-21T05:36:09+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/29/day-61-moldings/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_0941_thumb3.jpgIMG_0941_thumb[3]EXAMPLE Board and Batten Instructions here: http://www.justagirlblog.com/board-and-batten-part-1/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5989.jpgIMG_5989Molding with paint!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5977.jpgIMG_5977https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5981.jpgIMG_5981https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5968.jpgIMG_5968https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5965.jpgIMG_5965https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5969.jpgIMG_5969https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5960.jpgIMG_5960https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5952.jpgIMG_5952Chair moldings being installed. As you can see the back of the hutch hasn't been attached yet so you can see straight into the second bedroom. https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5959.jpgIMG_59592015-01-21T04:49:27+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/28/happy-thanksgiving/2015-01-21T04:49:17+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/26/day-26-beginning-the-family-room/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5441.jpgIMG_5441https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_5440.jpgIMG_5440Priming purple walls and ceilinghttps://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/fullsizerender.jpgFullSizeRenderThanks Claire!2015-01-20T20:04:17+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/08/day-40-finalizing-paint/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5643.jpgIMG_5643First sample - dark gray? OR Second sample - light gray?2015-01-20T19:58:45+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/11/day-43-bathroom-details/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5656.jpgIMG_5656And under the sink!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5655.jpgIMG_5655Ahh... clean!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5654.jpgIMG_5654Like NEW!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5645.jpgIMG_5645Painting the brown vanity black. First, drawers!https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_5651.jpgIMG_5651Lined Drawers :)2015-01-20T19:53:51+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/23/day-55-paint-finished/2015-01-20T05:37:32+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/15/day-47-finishing-projects/2015-01-20T05:36:59+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/09/day-41-discounts/2015-01-20T05:11:39+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/10/day-42-details/2015-01-20T05:11:27+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/05/day-37-paint/https://thehometheybuilt.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/mustard-or-black.jpgmustard or black2015-01-20T04:56:16+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/03/day-35-appliances-purchased/2015-01-20T04:38:50+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/11/01/day-33-leveling-the-floor/2015-01-20T04:38:23+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/31/day-32-framing-finished/2015-01-20T04:38:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/29/day-30-reimagining-the-kitchen/2015-01-20T02:09:00+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/23/day-23-new-ideas/2015-01-20T01:24:47+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/19/day-20-it-continues/2015-01-20T01:24:09+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/18/day-19-new-doors/2015-01-20T01:23:52+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/16/day-17-cleaning/2015-01-20T00:17:06+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/07/day-8-hauling-trash/2015-01-19T23:32:35+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/09/day-10-finishing-bedroom/2015-01-19T23:32:05+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.org/2013/10/03/day-4-kitchen-prep/2015-01-19T23:18:11+00:00monthlyhttps://thehometheybuilt.orgdaily1.02021-02-12T07:09:02+00:00