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Now all the tiling is done, Margaret has her first log fire!

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We’ve got a finished fireplace now! The last two days, Tessera installed the granite columns either side of the fire, and the tiling and compass rose design above; as you can see in the picture, I lit the fireplace to get a better effect – we need to design and install some good lighting (without lighting, the design is not quite as clear).

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We’re getting close to a completed living room now! We need to get a cabinet/shelves built to the right of the fireplace, for the stereo and a log store; we need to light the fireplace and paint the ceiling, and figure out some “window treatments” (curtains, for English people!)

This evening, Tessera are halfway through completing our fireplace, with granite columns either side of the fire, and tiling (and a compass rose design) above the granite mantle. Everything still needs grouting and cleaning, but here’s a hint …

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Check back soon, for the final pictures!