Thinking Inside the Box

I received my first quote for the repairs and renovations for mi nido and surprisingly they are not overwhelming.

While I knew a pool would not be in the budget right now, I was a bit disappointed that cedar doors are also not on the horizon. First lesson on living in Merida...have patience.

No matter how much effort was made and many translations offered, the first contractor insisted that a pergola is a fountain.   We'll work that one out later.  But the confusion got me thinking that in the end, it's my responsibility to get my vision across.

I want to remove a 3/4 wall that separates the kitchen and a bathroom.  The bath is larger than I'll ever need. Because the toilet and shower are separated by a door, and the sink is already where I want, I thought I'd incorporate the sink with a dressing area...opening up the entire back of the house.

I had a lot of time on my hands the other day. And scissors. And tape. And a ruler and marker.

I need to find two really tiny dogs to put in my diorama. 

It actually helped to flesh out the room.

I'm bringing my wee diorama with me in May.  It's collapsible so I'll throw it in the suitcase should I need a visual aide when speaking to the other contractors.    

I think my next project will be the courtyard and pergola.