House Plans

In 2002 Kurt & I bought our very first house. With god's grace and a great friend we were able to make the dream of home ownership come true.

We LOVE our home. It is EXACTLY what we wanted. Regardless of others opinions, we really are happy there. There are plenty of upgrades to be made but I think that is part of the charm. We are committed to this house for at least the next ten years.

Plans: We have lots of plans. But we vacillate over which project to undertake first. So I thought I would put a list together with my reasons and get feed back from first and foremost Kurt and then friends and family. (family being Karen)

Ok # 1 priority is the Electricity. The wiring hasn't been redone since the house was built in 1930. I think. I do know it wasn't designed for the consumer of 2005.

# 2. I want to completely remodel and finish the basement. Add a kitchenette and another bathroom. We originally discussed doing the garage W/ a studio on top, but after thinking it through I think finishing the basement with easy egress is of major importance. If my dad should suffer a stroke or some other ailment getting access to him would be REALLY difficult. Also, we need another toilet!!

# 3 The plumbing. Currently, I believe, we have galvanized pipes. Need I say more?

# 4 Central heat. Baseboards are just WAY too expensive and very inefficient.

# 5 The upstairs bathroom. It just is icky

# 6 The kitchen. Currently is is very utilitarian. Quite functional but quite ugly. Needs a whole new look and new design.

# The Fence. It will last a few more years. We can get by.

So those are MY priorities. Any comments are welcome.

(be kind Karen. my friends read this)