Since the largest wildfire in Texas history, an affected Bastrop County couple has worked to harvest, transport, mill, and are currently rebuilding their home from the timber on their Lost Pines property. With a creative and pioneering spirit to construct their home from the scorched trees, they are personally rebuilding from the ashes. Blessed by the relationship with a local sawmill, they are maximizing the wood resources in as many ways possible for construction and finishes.
Together, Robert and I have completed the framing of the two short gable ends. They may not look like much, but their completion feels like a big accomplishment...especially when lifting heavy boards 20' in the air on ladders. Life has forced our hand in many ways to grow from this experience. Robert has overcome so much on this recovery mission...and this now includes his fear of heights. He has a "gotta do, what'cha gotta do" attitude and is our family's hero. - Jamaica
Installation of our custom trusses went off without a hitch, and we had the Texas Country Reporter production team back to film their installation! We are extremely grateful for Stephen's time and talents given to us in order to have this unique element in our home.
The
timber trusses are a very exciting and special addition for us...we love them! Symbolically, they represent the big, heavy work done to
accomplish this home...they show the rugged, burned scars we've
acquired, and the ultimate beauty that rises from the flames and ashes.
Together, Robert and I have completed the framing of the two short gable ends. They may not look like much, but their completion feels like a big accomplishment...especially when lifting heavy boards 20' in the air on ladders.
