Remodeling the Jowler Hut: Morning update

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Plumber arrived at 7:15 sharp and is working away on the tub. The feet are on and holes are drilled.

Drew is downstairs installing the door to the crawlspace.

I'm heading up to the attic to put in more foam.

Exterior Work (2016)

Design by Tom Bassett-Dilley Architect, Oak Park

General Contractor: Dave Heimlich

1. Removal of all old exterior siding

2. Dense pack cellulose insulation in remaining hollow walls

3. Blueskin air barrier

4. 2" thick InSoFast EPS foam board insulation

5. Hardy Board siding and trim

6. InSoFast foam board insulation of foundation

7. New sofits, facia, and gutters

8. Mechanical ventilation system

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Interior Work (2008)

Design for the kitchen/bathroom remodel by Tom Bassett-Dilley Architect, Oak Park

General Contractor: Drew Niermann Construction, Oak Park

Kitchen: Zimmer Hardware, Palatine, IL, 847-358-5400

Green Features:

• Green Roof with ~8' deep soil

• Only using LED Lights

• The yard is being converted to all Illinois native plants (woodland, savanna, prairie)

• All rain water held on site with a rain barrel and rain garden.