September 4, 2000
Bob Vila begins a brand new project in the heart of South Carolina's low country where the focus is on community living.
September 11, 2000
Work continues on the first floor, as the walls are framed throughout. Also: a tour of the Clemson University high-wind test house...Read more
September 18, 2000
Bob tours the neighborhood of I'On, built around a myriad of architectural styles and designs. Meanwhile, construction on the roof...Read more
September 6, 2000
Masons go to work constructing the fireplace, while columns are put into place on the porch.
September 6, 2000
With new windows and French doors being installed, Bob Vila helps apply exterior siding and cedar trim.
September 6, 2000
Custom-made garage doors are installed along with a skylight above the family room.
September 6, 2000
The framing inspector visits the project site, and contractors put in a pre-built stairway.
January 1, 1970
Traditional shutters go up on the front porch, and tile work begins in the bathroom.
January 1, 1970
The plasterer is hard at work and in the dining room, the carpenter is doing the trim. In the garage, insulation is put in.
January 1, 1970
Landscaping begins and a granite vanity top is installed in the first-floor bathroom. Also: a tour Middleton Place, home to exquisite gardens.
January 1, 1970
In the the kitchen, cabinets and appliances are installed, while painters work using historically accurate colors upstairs.
January 1, 1970
Workers install the reclaimed lumber living room floor, hang handmade lanterns on the porch, and install new Energy Star appliances.
January 1, 1970
Bob Vila tours the completed home, evaluating the landscaping, exterior, and decorated interior, which local designer Carolyn Grif...Read more