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Renovation - Electrics

Lots of hidden work going on here, electrics, plumbing, etc. etc. It has also been a busy time for Patrick as he has been designing furniture and finding manufacturers and suppliers. Let’s hope there is space for all of it when it is all delivered. Read more »

Renovation - Tiles

Getting the kitchen tiles laid on the floor and walls. At least there will be somewhere for the kitchen equipment to stand as it is delivered in the next week. Read more »

Renovations - Concrete and Plaster

No 4th July celebrations for these boys, although I’m sure they had a few Yangjing to remove the taste of brick from the mouth. Building work is definitely a lot more solid in these parts than in Europe, where it is all masterboard and cladding, here good ‘ol bricks and concrete are the order of the day. Read more »

Renovation - Air Con

As the summer comes along we realise just how hot glass houses can be, good job we’ve got a pretty full on air conditioning system installed, together with kitchen equipment and other electrical stuff being installed. Read more »

Renovation - Taking Shape

As the workers where permitted to start again, things are beginning to take shape and some of the look from The Tree is growing in this place as well, especially the use of arches and brick Read more »

Renovation - Slow Progress

Because of school exams, contractual negotiations and basically local planning permission and departments getting their sticky fingers in the pot, the building progress slowed down for a month or so. Not to worry, the workers were busy fixing things in the other place! Read more »

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