September 24, 2001
Framing continues, while in the basement installers put in special wiring to make this farmhouse a "connected home". Also: a tour ...Read more
October 1, 2001
Metal roofing installation is underway, and the redwood deck is constructed. Included: trimwork on the porch and lessons in farming.
October 15, 2001
Painting has begun on the exterior, while custom cabinets are installed in the kitchen. Also: a tour of Crown Point factory in Claremont, NH.
October 22, 2001
Trim work is completed in the living room and the fireplace is installed. A window and vanity are added to the master bath.
October 29, 2001
Exterior work continues with construction of a new stone wall. Inside the farmhouse, a staircase is built. Also: a look at the her...Read more
November 5, 2001
Work continues in the garage, while home automation solutions are explored inside the residence.
November 12, 2001
Bob Vila catches up on progress in the home's kitchen, where new appliances have been installed. In the bathroom, tile is applied.
November 19, 2001
Landscape work begins; inside, carpet is laid down and a new entertainment center is installed. Special appearance: model and designer Kathy Ireland.
November 26, 2001
Bob Vila takes a final tour of the completed farmhouse project, paying special attention to the landscaping, home automation featu...Read more
December 3, 2001
This ambitious restoration project involves renovating a Victorian home as well as a former dairy barn also on the property.
December 10, 2001
Bob Vila focuses on the barn, a former dairy storage building that will be converted into an artist's studio and office space.
December 10, 2001
The front door is relocated to accommodate a new larger entranceway, while the design for the kitchen is determined. Also: a tour ...Read more
December 24, 2001
Rough electrical work is in progress, framing is underway on a new addition, and a new tub and new windows are installed.
December 31, 2001
The barn's roof system gets a makeover, while the interior gets air conditioning. Shingles are added to the exterior, along with a new gutter system.
January 7, 2002
A tubular skylight is installed, along with new triangular peak windows. Also, exterior painting gets underway.
January 14, 2002
Cellulose insulation is installed, and construction of the second-floor balcony begins.
January 21, 2002
The differences between blue board and drywall are discussed, and special fencing is put in. Also: a tour of the factory where the fencing is made.
January 21, 2002
Stone pavers are installed in the driveway and deck construction begins. Plaster is applied in the bedrooms, and new barn-style do...Read more
January 28, 2002
An interlocking laminate floor system being installed, along with a glass-block wall in the master bath and glass-block flooring e...Read more
February 4, 2002
Landscaping gets underway on the Victorian restoration project house property.
February 18, 2002
Cabinets and countertops are installed in the kitchen. In the master bedroom, a custom closet system is designed.
February 25, 2002
The Victorian house in Medford, MA is complete, and Bob Vila guides a tour of the finished restoration, from the pergolas in the y...Read more