How to measure a day . . .

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Today could be measured in metal, lots and lots of metal and perhaps a little acrylic too.

So I got the task of putting the acrylic up in the East side door to showcase the framing of the walls and the insulation that will be in there, since I have worked on a lot of the windows.  It all started will an aluminum L- shaped piece that was 6’ long.  I had figured out that we would need 24 pieces that could brace the acrylic.  I marked out all of my measurements of 3” apiece and I would just cut in the middle of the mark so that each piece was roughly about the same size.  The grinder and I were not friends it seems, I did end up getting all of my pieces cut but they were all jagged and parts were kind of melted by the grinder.  The next solution was to find somewhat to even out the sides; well this brings me to the file.  I filed 24 aluminum pieces down to make sure they were even on the ends, this took all day and during this duration of time I got a slight sunburn on my shoulders but each piece got done and looked good.  As, Nic and I were putting up the acrylic we noticed that parts were starting to bow out so we ended up using more on braces then I originally intended, to make sure that it was flush on all sides.  At the end of the task, the door way looks great, but the upper window needs a little more security, I guess we will just have to wait to see if tomorrow brings more aluminum or not.

Log 13

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Log 13-

Today was…. exhausting.  After leaving my house at 7am and getting back at 10:30 pm, I am VERY ready for sleep.  That aside, I really had fun today.  Brittney and I really did a lot with the loft railings and slat walls.  Her and I both designed a way to have supportive 2×6 railing posts that not only can support a grown person, but also doubles as a base for the slats to be finished nailed into.  I believe Bringing up the slat wall to the ceiling on the south side of the stairs really had a beautiful impact on the overall quality of the interior.  I am very much looking forward to continuing the slat details and burlap tomorrow.

Grounded (august 15)

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We arrived with our heads high and started straight away. The north and east side were getting finished up while the shading structure was getting stitched to the ground. The cables were put in along with the rings, a detail worth the exploration. Granite arrived and Andrew stated to fill the time boxes. The rock boxes looked great. After a bit we had a guest to talk to us about the infamous robot in the box. After some discussion we made some decisions and Nick, Peter and I hung the mechanical system any adjusted the walls. The day carried on, and on. We ordered pizza, the sun went down and the building came to life. It looked as though it was a model built in studio, in fact this evening felt like a late night in studio.

Glass (august 13)

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Today we cracked into the crate and began to move the massive windows. Kjell showed up and helped us with the installation. We put in the tilt and turn then the door, which I began to really appreciate. The door is beautiful and the sheer mass of it resembles a vault door. The color was much better than I anticipated also. After we placed two windows I had visitors. My parents made an appearance. It was great to see them; the build defiantly surprised them. I think it made my father really happy to see the re-embodiment of the granary. Soon after they left Mike, Malini, and Noor showed up, and they brought ice cream! Just what we needed, well while Andrew and I were stuck up in the lifts everyone else ate ice cream. Soon with our feet back on the ground and away from the shading structure we enjoyed our share. The day was over quickly and we took off with our day off in sight.

Compressed (august 12)

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Today was the day of presents. We received many shipments and with each one it was difficult to find room to place them. With the vendors arriving we are starting to consolidate and make the most of the room we have. The shading structure was stating to go up and all the verticals were raised. The tunnel began to form and it was satisfying to see the shading structure with all of its siblings. The day ended without us realizing the time. I made a few cuts in the rich-lite and began to understand how to use the material a bit better. Mike and I bought new nail cutting blades just to get through the stuff.