New House

The house is really taking shape.  We are trying to update the blog with the buildi progress.  To check out all our news items on the house build  click here

Travel

We love to travel and try to update the website with our latest adventures.  To check out our travel adventures click here

Gaudi's Barcelona

As you walk the streets of Barcelona you see books called "Barcelona - Gaudi's City" and that fairly much sums it up!  Barcelona would not be the city it is without Gaudi's buildings and the buildings that have been influenced by his designs. 

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The Build Process - Part 11

While all the work is going on inside the house, on the outside of the house the Drainman team are busy digging large trenches around the exterior of the new house so the drainage, sewerage and power can be laid.

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The Build Process - Part 10

Everything is happening at once....the plumber, electrian, solar installer, fireplace installer and tiler spend long hours to get the house ready for my return form overseas.  Mel was making scones on the BBQ for everyone and late night coffees for the workers.

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The Build Process - Part 9

The new kitchen and laundry arrives!

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Snow at Rongomai Ridge

While I was in Spain in July soaking up the heat, the snow fell for the first time in 25 years in the Nelson region.  Rongomai Ridge went white for a day or two!

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