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August 30, 2007

Chris and Simon's Day Job

All of you DIY Blog Cabin fans out there know Chris and Simon as Amy's side-kick contractors, helping her build this amazing Smokey Mountain cabin retreat. I know them however as my contractors, working on one of the most bizarre renovation projects you can imagine! You can visit my blog to read more about the day to day challenges.

As part of the renovation to "Belleaire," we're building a giant 18 x 32 foot screened-in porch! And in the spirit of timber-framers Chris/Simon, we're building it out of solid 10x10 and 8x8 Cedar posts. The porch (which is almost finished) is turning out beautiful.

Click here to see a video on the construction of the porch, hosted by Chris!





Posted by sbrun at August 30, 2007 8:57 AM

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That is going to be one beautiful screened in porch. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.

Posted by: Kathy Seals at August 30, 2007 11:44 PM

Chris & Simon~
The wood beams are beautiful. So is your craftmanship. Keep up the good work!

Posted by: Karen at August 31, 2007 12:46 AM

Amy Chris and Simon remind of my son Michael who will be retiring from the marine crops in ten month he said mom and dad you installed in my sister and very good work ethics I see you two had the same child hood it show.

Posted by: janetbennett at August 31, 2007 10:53 AM

It just amazes me what vast knowledge these two guy have being as young as they are and not afraid to ask when they don't know. It really shows they love what they are doing.

Posted by: EdwardD. at August 31, 2007 10:57 AM

The porch is much bigger than I thought! Another room..., a great place to do good thinking and living. From viewing the video, It is evident that Chris and Simon take pride in their craft. Nice to see, as I used to work for a builder.

Posted by: Rachel at August 31, 2007 11:04 AM

I just had a few minutes to see the bellaire project blog. I didn't realize that it was located in Tennessee also. You blog cabin builders really had your hands full. Belleaire house honeymoon owners really have them a nice home in the works. But, Wow I was just thinking how beautiful and how nice a huge timber screened in porch like the Belleaire project would have been at the blog cabin. Say I wish you could've added one right on top of the existing patio with the outdoor fireplace. Now that would have added something really extra special to this already ultimate vacation home.

Posted by: Carrie Miracle at September 4, 2007 10:21 AM

Wow, This is my dream house, it is everthing anyone could want and more.I would like the plans for this home and how much does it cost to build something like this. Chris and Simon could you help me ?????

Posted by: Linda Stadler at September 9, 2007 5:09 PM

Great work It's wonderful to see someone take pride in what they do and make it the best possible.We always dreamed of a cabin in the mountains when we retired~~~but it doesn't look likely.Yours is a dream come true for a lucky someone 393593

Posted by: gay black at September 17, 2007 1:21 PM

Just wanted to let you know the cabin is just wonderful I sure could use a nice restful place to be and I dont think I could find a better place Ive always loved the mountains but anyway good luck to everybody.

Posted by: Virginia Mcjunkin at September 20, 2007 10:54 PM

Hi,

I love your channel (what I can see of it, it is not on my cable channel) I have watched it at a friend's house.

I love log cabins and have contacted the company that designed it and got info on homes. (this lay out is just like I would dream of)

My husband is retiring at the end of this year and would love to have something just like this, but can't afford at this time. If I dont win, I am going to do all I can to have one built in the next few years.

Posted by: Abby at September 26, 2007 10:28 PM