Structural Assessment of the House
- Rotted base and column
- Cracking capitals
- Foundation under columns need replacing
- Terrace walls need rebuilding
- Portico sills need repair
- Fluted shafts measured for new column reproduction
Full Size Layouts of Architectural Details for Reproduction
- Architrave Open Porch
- Molding profiles for new replacements
- Spindle pattern for reproduction
After the inspection of the bases, columns, and capitals, Capstone and the client agreed that new columns had to be custom-built rather than repaired. There was much to do to the structures in preparation for the arrival of the new columns. The side entry had to be shored up and repaired prior to the new columns arriving, as the roof and deck had dropped 5" due to column rot.
The Columns Arrive
- Roof and deck supported; existing structure reinforced, and first column installed
- 6 columns installed! Notice holes in soffit for column ventilation
- Completed columns and details installed on original entry
- Installing first column on new entry side
- 6 Columns installed
- New roof structure over new columns
It's also clear from the above pictures that a great deal of stripping and repair to trim details have progressed while waiting for columns to arrive.
Harding Bathroom Remodel
Before
The plan here was to modernize this bathroom with better lighting, fixtures, flooring, and new teak vanity
After
Natural light wall dividers for new shower and commode area. Soaking tub and dressing area in center section.
Good lighting, sound system and TV, new quartersawn teak vanity, new flooring and relaxing soaking tub, turns this bathroom into a luxury spa!
Projects
Exteriors, Interiors, Cabinetry, Landscaping
- New Cabinetry & Fireplace Wall
- New Garage Surround and Doors
- Morris City. Kitchen Remodel
- New Garden Room Addition
- Basement bar designed & installed, Zinc countertops, "fun" frame around mirror with glass shelves!
- Back deck teardown and greenhouse replacement
- Pool moved, and outdoor patio built
- House Front Makeover
- Gas Fireplace surround and built-ins
- Radiator cover built as part of large addition and inter remodel. Cast iron grate, a matched quarter-sawn oak!
- Eyebrow pediment and columns
- Small bar addition to living room
- New Kitchen
- New Kitchen Cooking Area
- New Kitchen Island