At the site, prep work is nearly complete for the concrete pour on Monday. It's really starting to take shape. On the left is an example of one wall that is base of the columns on the front of the living room module. 
The work in the factory is progressing to plan. The insulation has been installed to our specifications and much of the wall board is up. While there's much to be done, the progress continues to be amazing. See the updated slides to the right for more pictures.
The foundation work has started. The re-bar is pinned to the bedrock to keep everything in place. See the updated slides to the right for more pictures.
On 7-September, Anne and I inspected the framing for the modules in the factory. It was surreal to walk though the modules and image how difficult it would have been to build it on our lot. Both the progress and craftsmanship were impressive. We took the chance to nail down some nagging last minute decisions as well.
Anne picked up our permits on 31-Aug, after about 10 weeks of waiting. The site work began on 8-September, which also happens to be our anniversary. Sadly, one large tree was in the way and needed to be cut down. We will incorporate parts of the tree in our home in various locations.
We met with the cabinetmaker, Wes from Smith and Vallee http://www.smithandvallee.com this weekend. Smith and Vallee will provide the kitchen cabinets, desk spaces, and media cabinet. We have also chosen the appliances so that the cabinets can be custom fit.
We have made the final decisions on interior finishes. The picture shows the materials which includes black walnut veneer (cabinets, desk area, and vanities), hemlock vertical grain (ceiling and sils), Teragren Synergy strand bamboo flooring http://www.teragren.com/, Polar White Eco by Constentino (counter tops) http://www.ecobycosentino.com/, Fondavalle Pietra Dura 18x18 tile, and black river stone accents http://www.vasqueztile.com/.
