by Architectural Observer | Sep 20, 2021 | Blog, Observations
It’s that time of year again… time for the 16th annual Highway 36 “Treasure Hunt”, a three-day flea market which stretches across the northernmost tier of Kansas counties. Fortunately we didn’t find much to haul home this year, but I did take...
by Architectural Observer | Aug 31, 2021 | Blog, Projects
The weather is still a bit warmish and we’re not even done with the exterior repairs and painting but Jim was itching to see some cresting on the roof. A lecture on the virtues of delayed gratification did nothing to sway him. Just a few sections have gone up; I...
by Architectural Observer | Jul 29, 2021 | Blog, Projects
Work on the south side of the house is wrapping up; now the focus is on the northwest corner which has long been marred by a hideous 1970’s carport. Both the carport and the concrete slab poured beneath it have contributed to water damage and other forms of...
by Architectural Observer | Jul 4, 2021 | Blog, Projects
Following is a quick update on some of the latest progress and discoveries. Jim has been keeping his nose to the grindstone; let’s take a look at his latest efforts: After liberating the house from its ghastly white vinyl shroud, Jim made repairs to the wood...
by Architectural Observer | May 13, 2021 | Blog, Observations
While not exactly frozen in time, this sixty-year-old house in suburban Chicago has survived largely intact due to the fact that it has been continuously occupied by the original and current owners. Modifications are largely confined to furnishings and decor; the...
by Architectural Observer | May 11, 2021 | Blog, Projects
After many delays over the course of many months (they were supposed to be planted last fall), the trees we selected to shade the Keys House have finally arrived! Trees have been a part of the landscape of this house since it was new; the various species — and...
