I had wanted to put in a theater screen and finish part of the basement. As part of the process, I also wanted to do something interesting with the alcove below our kitchen eating area. This project started with research on how to insulate in a basement. Although I encountered much difference of opinion, I…
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Our Pond
Our pond is thriving in 2020, and includes 13 named fish, and many more. Plus, we’ve hosted ducks, two sets of frogs (and their tadpoles) and numerous birds that enjoy the pond and stream for a drink or a bath. While most of our plants came back from last year, we are always looking to…
Our Patio Structure
A few years ago, we created a new patio with a fireplace, pavers, and a covered structure. Designing and working to bring it all together was a fun and challenging endeavor. Figuring out how to build the hybrid “gazebo” combined with a peak roof required starting with many iterations in drawings, a 1/12 scale model,…
Barn
Our barn at the Staley Farm in Indiana is a source of a lot of interesting projects. Currently we are on an epic 5 year attempt to finish the bathroom. In the midst of trying to work on the bathroom, we’ve had numerous instances where we’ve had to “fortify” the barn against invaders.
Jeff Staley 