The Front (People) Gate Is Here !
Our St Helena blacksmith, Silver, did a marvelous interpretation on the front gates that he derived from my design of the iron balconies. Very happy with the final product and you can see Richard is proud !
Stone Columns
With the chisel and skill these stone masons have, these 2 columns are the closest we will get to seeing the basics of temple building in King Solomon’s time.
The Pieces of the (Dormer Window) Puzzle
These Dormer Windows are Pieces of a Puzzle Masterfully Put Together by Napa Craftsman Dennis Douglas.
The Model Window
Of the nine (9) dormer windows of the Francis House only these were salvageable. One and a “half” of the nine. For a building that was left unattended and uninhabited for 50 years, it is a marvel these “survived”. Below, is the “half” window. Below is the only dormer window that is without…
Watching the Windows Come to Life
Not everyday in construction is fun. But collaborating with very talented artisans and craftsman in Napa, like Dennis Douglas here, takes some anxiety off our backs. Rebuilding these dormer windows are complicated: they are all handmade. We would love them to be installed soon so the roof work can commence. …