How We Got This Far

I can attest that, in spite of all previous posts detailing what we've been doing to improve the building, we didn't do it alone. These people and companies were a big part of the project, and without their skills and support, nothing would have happened.


OUR THANKS TO ~


Architect …………………………. Douglas J. Steinmetz, Cedar Rapids

General Carpentry ……………… APEX Construction, Iowa City

Appliances ……………………………… Lyons’ Appliance, Washington

Cabinets & Countertops ………………. Bruty Lumber, Washington

Cabinet Installation & Finishing Touches …Scott Hughes, Brighton

Carpet …………………………… Bruty’s Carpet Corner, Washington

Electrical Work ………………… Marie Electric, Washington

Financing ………………………… Federation Bank, Washington
…………… and a Washington Incentive Fund (WIF) Loan
…………… and a Washington Chamber of Commerce Grant
……………and Washington Preservation LLC Shareholders

Floor Refinishing ……………… Joe Lins, M & M Hardwood Floors, Washington

Heating and Air Conditioning ….…. Ryan Meader, Brighton, for Johnson Controls, Cedar Rapids

Lighting Fixtures (partial)……………Sitlers, Washington

Paint and Miscellaneous Supplies …True Value Hardware, Washington

Plumbing ……………………………… Zager Plumbing, Washington

Roofing and insulation ………… Aaron Meader, M & M Kote-It, Brighton

Tile Installation……………… Bret & Randy Swift, Washington

Windows …………Russell Payne, Washington
…………………… and Gregg Payne, Mt. Pleasant
…………………… and Terry Phillips, Riverside
…………………… and Sorrell Glass, Washington

Catch Up Time

Last week, while I was out of town visiting family, stuff happened. (I've seen that bumper sticker, and this stuff is not that stuff.)

The most impressive change was the installation of Apartment 1 kitchen cabinets. Counter tops are ordered and should arrive early next week, maybe just in time for the open house.



The bathroom tile was grouted which means that the vanity could be set in place. Over-the-mirror lighting is next.



While I was gone, Bob the carpenter leveled the floor in Apartment 1, too, and started fastening down the new maple flooring.



On Friday, my first day back in town, we got new carpet on the front stairs. Such an improvement!



Bet you're wondering why all the activity seems to be happening in Apartment 1, and if it's just a coincidence that I was gone, and that I'm managing Apartment 2. You were, weren't you?



Not to worry. My busy partner took care of all the above, and more, and still managed to find a way to get the metal ceiling repairs going in Apartment 2. We still have to paint the new pieces, but the job is almost finished. Thanks!

Hey! We're Inviting You

BRYSON APARTMENTS
Open House
103 1/2 S. Marion Avenue

Tuesday, July 31

11:30 - 1:00
and
5:00 - 6:30
an Alive After Five event

According to Karen, “There’s nothing else like them anywhere in Washington!”

Apartment Details

Ceiling light and fan in the living area of Apartment 1.



Refurbished door and hardware for the pantry in Apartment 1.

You've Got…

… lumber!

Main floor construction begins on Monday. First step - lay out all the partions, then insulate the north wall, build out the second balcony, and then we'll see what happens next.

Little By Little

I knew it before, but I REALLY know it now -- the closer you get to the end, the more there is to do.

Countertops for the kitchen cabinets in Apartment 2 have arrived.