The Builds

The first project is a mostly original 1930’s classic Austin bungalow. About 850 sq. ft. but well maintained and soon it will get a new view of the world. It will be the ultimate green building remodel because the whole house will be reused, with very little change to the structure, apart from some much needed central air conditioning and updated plumbing and electrical.

This unique and innovative building system will combine thoughtful reuse of the existing structure with the latest in green building

The house will have the floor structure reinforced and then be lifted to become the second story of the new structure. New concrete piers will be drilled and poured to replace the current “foundation” of stacks of CMU blocks. After that, a new first floor can be built under the original house and then the now second floor can be lowered back onto its final resting place. Add a staircase where the kitchen was to complete the connection. The new and updated structures will have highly insulated walls, new plumbing with a tankless gas water heater, high SEER HVAC system, and new electrical throughout possibly including solar collection on the roof.(Potential buyers please let me know how you feel about this added expense for some Green power. This option is still being considered.)

Please see the contact page for information about you becoming that new owner of this property or others in the planning stages.

Please read the Square House Building Blog for the latest on this project.

702 Meriden Lane