Suddenly it was decision time and we chose go; Alberto has a long job starting soon. Here is the day’s work:
Carpentry today included relocating the east facing window of the Mezzanine northwards to allow for the not fully framed 3’ door providing passage to a yet to be built exterior staircase. An interior staircase is located on the west side.
We think the dark gray looks terrific and have imagined a number of colors. The HOA color is not what we would ourselves choose for the building.
The large, southern dining room has been divided into the East and West Garden Rooms which are separated by a pair of the original 3 foot wide glass doors. The Main Dining Room will be a much different environment with a beautiful masonry heater, clean open space and lots of elbow room.
Why did we separate the main space into 3 individual spaces? For many reasons we’ll elaborate on in future posts, but the biggest reason is while the dining area can accommodate 183 people, it’s a rare night/event that will see that many in the Sage. The West Garden Room is going to house Four Corners Fitness, a health and fitness center.
Four Corners Fitness will have weightlifting and cardio equipment, its own restroom and shower, and pass though to service area for smoothies and grab & go. Access via interior or exterior doors. Concrete floors with hydronic heat.
The name is inspired by our proximity to one of the sacred mountains in the four corners. Do you know which one?
A Facebook post some years ago read something like: “I wonder if they’ve found my picture in the ceiling?” Is this it? Many people have left their mark on the Sage and we’ve heard beautiful stories about great times. We’d like to part of splendid new stories for you.
We know, you haven’t seen much of us. We’ve been in the trenches. Speaking of which, they’re nearly ready for the pour i.e. new subfloor plumbing to meet health department mandates and the daunting task of replacing the building’s plumbing in entirety are nearly behind us. Putting in Insulation/rebar/pex? Check. Well, any day now.
“The society which scorns excellence in plumbing as a humble activity and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy because it is an exalted activity will have neither good plumbing nor good philosophy: neither its pipes nor its theories will hold water.” – John W. Gardner
Your patience as we manage our situation is appreciated. Looking forward to the day we are able to welcome you inside.
We are making great progress on the downstairs apartment. It has WD hookups, radiant heat, west views and good light. Very close!
All the floor drains and floor sinks are now installed and ready for business. Now that the weather is agreeable with epoxy temperature guidelines it is time to attach the rebar stubs, mesh and rebar, lay insulation for the walk-in and omg pour concrete!
Look at all the treats from the Alamosa Restore. Plus we were lucky enough to show up on a 50% off day. It looks like a good sized restaurant went out of business; there were 2 more handwash sized sink alas with no faucets not taken. One of the health department reopening requirements were additional hand wash sinks. The light and porcelain sink are for the downstairs apartment which is looking to be completed in April.
We’ve met new people here in Crestone and appreciate the help and advice on navigating what are apparently repeating area patterns.
Here we all are at the cusp of winter once again. Last year we had a permanent ice skating rink surrounded by roses from all the water coming off the roof. With the help of the drainage hose those many gallons will be diverted out to where the sun does shine. This is especially important as the goal is to have the plumbing for the old office inspected and ready for concrete when the kitchen trenches are filled in which is hopefully very soon. Long term we are going to direct this resource to landscaping and gardens.
Most of the year has been towards
Yes the rumors are true!!!!!!!!!!111111111111111
On March 14 the floor was cut and now, just like that, time for something new. HURRAH!
Happy August 30 everyone and may all our roadblocks be resolved.
At last we have a licensed master plumber who has pulled our commercial plumbing permit, a terrific relief. He came yesterday and identified what is needed to pass. This will likely happen likely in September – October. The addition to the team is huge and a painfully long milestone to reach. The subfloor electric then starts once we are past the subfloor plumbing. Plus we have a new electric panel sitting around, totally bored and waiting for attention! Happily we have a licensed master electrician keen to help get us open.
That is surely the end of all the trench work!
In the right photo with the main building in the background you can see a black chimney and a silver one. The former is for the 70-gallon water heater and the latter for the masonry heater.
The above photos are of the old office, formerly a hair salon. The building was carried from somewhere in the Baca and, as I can attest, placed on the foundation which is all that is left. Not connected by any foundation bolts and no treated wood either.
The plan is to concrete the floor, add a roof, enclose the restroom and make a mosquito netting wrapped outdoor pavilion. Folks can pick up their order at the kitchen door and enjoy their meal in the covered outdoor seating area.
