Home Renovation Update: Progress Photos and What’s Next
Other potential titles for this post:
- Holy Schnikies
- I (Almost) See The Light
- The Sweetest Sound = A Power Saw
- Best Day Ever!!!!
This update is a friendly, behind-the-scenes look at where the project stands today. If you’ve been checking in, thank you — we know a lot of you are curious. Instead of a long, rambling status post full of repetition, here’s a clear, English-language rundown of what we’ve done, what we’re doing now, and what to expect next. Photos speak volumes, so we’ve included one to show recent progress and will share more as the work moves forward.
What we’ve completed so far
Over the last few weeks we’ve tackled some of the most visible and immediately gratifying portions of the renovation. There has been demolition of old finishes where needed, framing adjustments to correct layout issues, and the first round of rough-ins for mechanical systems. Seeing the space start to take shape is thrilling — tools buzzing, dust settling, and an unmistakable forward momentum that makes each visit to the site feel like Best Day Ever.
Current work in progress
Right now the focus is on structural clarity and getting the essential systems in place. That includes marking and installing vents where required for proper airflow, confirming duct and vent placement to prevent future issues, and coordinating with our electrician to address an exposed wire that needs attention. We’ve scheduled the electrician to come out shortly so the wiring will be safely resolved before we move on to insulating and closing up walls.
Why you might see vents or wires exposed
When a house is mid-renovation, it’s normal to see vents, ducts, and wiring temporarily exposed. Those elements are part of the infrastructure and often need to be repositioned or updated to meet current standards. Rather than hiding these details, we prefer to share them so you can understand why some areas look messy for a while. We’ve written previously about how we approached venting decisions and the thought process behind choosing placement; if you follow our project updates you can reference that earlier post for a deeper explanation.
What’s coming next
After the electrical and HVAC rough-ins are signed off, the next steps are insulation, drywall, and the first pass of trim and millwork. Once surfaces are in, we’ll begin paint samples and finalize material selections for things like flooring and cabinetry. At each stage we aim to document progress with photos and straightforward notes so anyone following along can see how small decisions accumulate into the finished result.
A note about safety and contractors
We’re working with experienced professionals for technical tasks like electrical work and ducting. Even when things feel DIY-friendly, it’s important to bring in licensed tradespeople for work that involves wiring or structural changes. That keeps the project safe and prevents surprises down the line. We’re coordinating schedules so specialists can complete their portions in the right sequence to avoid rework.
Thanks for checking in — more photos and details are coming as the renovation progresses. If you’ve got specific questions you want answered in future posts (materials, budget decisions, timeline, or troubleshooting), drop them in the comments or note them for the next update. We’ll keep sharing progress and practical takeaways as we move forward.
Psst — for anyone wondering about the vents: we’ve previously shared how we handled vent placement and considerations in an earlier post. As for the electrical wire you can see, our electrician is scheduled to address that soon so everything will be brought up to code and safely finished.