2 years to start the remodel

Never been one to rush into things...so we started the process of considering the remodel of our Peninsula 3:2 by finding an architect and creating plans. The house started as a perfectly lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath on a great lot (for the Peninsula). But with two boys and two careers and a family that lives mostly on the other coast, we wanted more space to work and host.

Then we fell in love with what we designed and wanted to build it. So, after two years of refining the plan, we decided to start building. Which actually means, start digging and demolishing. The end goal is a French Country Eclectic two story home that can accomodate our growing family, our extended family (when they visit) and our lifestyle for the foreseeable future. The first step was to demolish the front steps and reinforce the foundation under the existing house. Our terrific General Contractor (Golden Gate Contractors) had guys under the house chipping away at our rat proof (read: cement) foundation until the forms were dug and ready to pour - the day before we moved out.




Here are the first photos of demolition.