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House Construction - Prebuild

Louis and Michelle work on building the interior kitchen wall and bathroom ceiling.


 

House Construction - Prebuild

One of our plumbing experts installing the hot water tank.


 
 

House Construction - Prebuild

Diana, Kevin and Michelle after a long night of painting.


 

House Construction - Prebuild

Wheatboard walls were coverd with a fire-stoppping primer to meet the necessary fire codes.


 
 

House Construction - Prebuild

The drop down stair in the bathroom provides access to the loft that does not impede on the space of the main house.

 

House Construction - Prebuild

BAC'ers Colin, Kevin & Michelle discuss the house design while installing bamboo flooring.


 
 

House Construction - Prebuild

Our bathroom tile is part of a mat-based system that can withstand minor vibrations which will be essential during transport.

 

House Construction - Prebuild

Jim Dunn and our Xantrex technician give a thumbs up to the utility room as we go off the grid.


 

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