Our next move...

It's a nice lazy Sunday (well kind of we been working our butts off getting things ready), so it's time to post. A lot has happened we accepted an offer from a wonderful young couple who love old homes and reassured us that they will take very good care of the place. We couldn't be happier! The house was only on the market for 6 days and we had an offer. I guess the house found them, and finally is willing to let us go (or maybe it's the other way around). The next step is final inspection and appraisal of our property and then by April 30th we will be living in an apartment. 

Moving our items out and living with a lot less makes you wonder how much stuff do you need? Since, our next place will be almost 200 sq. ft smaller we will have to downsize even more and I look forward to the challenge. We want to keep the essentials books, art, food, and basic furniture (two beds, our couch..etc.). I've been inspired by a program called faircompaines.com on Youtube that is all about living small and smart. It can be done if you reevaluate what you have and need. 

So, the view above is what our living room looks like now. We are living with a lot less, but it feels great. So, we have a storage unit full of stuff, but rest assured it is mostly stuff we need: flat files, art, art from friends, but downsizing is on the horizon!

We meet with our architect, Matt, this Thursday to talk about plans and materials (the fun stage!)
Need:
* quality windows, skylights, french doors
* concrete floors with radiant heat
* quality insulation
* quality siding and roofing

Want:
* no moldings around windows or door frames. We are going for a minimal look...costs more to go this route
* refrigerator with built in water/ice maker                    
* custom book wall
* wood wall in Paul's studio from reclaimed wood floors from the old house on Paris Street
* Privacy fence for outside made from reclaimed wood on Paris Street

Well, signing off. Here is my buddy who insists on helping me out as I write this, so until next time think Spring! (Note: as I was writing this I got a message from a realtor saying she loves our place and said we could get more for it.I replied back that it was in contract mode and had in an offer in 6 days. I guess it's not always about the money :))






Karla and Paul