Current Status
All work has temporarily stop due to material cost increases.
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Completion of outstanding unfinished projects once costs come down
- Last Updated: April 22, 2026
- This journal is updated regulery as progress is made.
About My Home Remodeling Journal
My Home Remodeling Journal is a living, ongoing record of planning, building, and improving my home over time. It documents the full process of real-world repairs, remodeling, additions and other home projects from initial ideas and planning through demolition, construction, and finishing work.
Each entry captures progress as it happens, including decisions, challenges, adjustments, and the occasional mistakes along the way.
This isn’t a polished showcase, but a practical, real-world look at the remodeling process as it unfolds. If you’re new, this page will help you understand how everything is organized and the best way to follow along.
How to Follow Along
There are a few ways to explore and follow along with the home remodeling projects, depending on how you prefer to read.
Follow the full journey from the earliest entry and see how my home changes over time.
Check out the newest posts to see the most recent updates, progress and changes.
Explore Entries by topic and jump directly to areas that interests you most.
Milestone posts highlight key changes and major phases of projects.
Topics Covered in This Journal
This journal is continuously updated as I move from project to project. New entries are added over time, and earlier entries may be revisited or refined in order to keep the information relevant and usefull. The structure may also evolve as new phases of work are introduced. The journal is organized around the major stages of home repair and remodeling, and may expand or change. You’ll typically see entries related to:
Planning & Design
Demolition & Prep
Framing & Structural Work
Electrical & Plumbing
Finishing & Details
Lessons Learned
Where to Go Next
- Start from the beginning to follow how my home evolves into something special.
- Jump to the latest entry to see current progress.
- Or return to the Latest DIY Projects & Home Remodeling Content page to explore related posts, articles, and do-it-yourself resources.
This journal is meant to document the good, bad and event the ugly side of home ownership. If you’re interested in how my home evolves over time, this is the place to follow along.
