Episodes
3. Modern Colonial: Shingles and Windows
September 16, 2002
On the roof, asphalt shingles are installed; back on the ground, windows are put in. Included: home designs of the firm of noted 20th-century architect Royal Barry Wills.
4. Modern Colonial: Radiant Heating System and Ductwork
March 24, 2002
Bob Vila surveys the HVAC ductwork and the crew installs a new radiant heating system. Also: a tour of a the Julia Wood House in Falmouth, Massachusetts.
5. Modern Colonial: Gas Fireplaces and Cedar Shingles
September 30, 2002
Cedar shingles are applied to the roof and a gas fireplace unit is installed on the ground floor. Also: a trip to Canada to see how wood shingles are milled.
8. Modern Colonial: Garage Door and Generator Installation
October 21, 2002
A generator system is installed, while new carriage-style doors make their way onto the garage. Also: a tour of the Jackson homestead in Newton, MA.
9. Modern Colonial: Wood Floor Installation
October 28, 2002
Bob takes a look at some hardscape work being done, specifically a new cobblestone driveway apron, but the real story is flooring.
11. Modern Colonial: Interior Door Installation and Plan Modifications
November 11, 2002
Work continues in the master suite. Master carpenter Bob Ryley installs a new door and applies interior trim.
12. Modern Colonial: Interior Woodwork
November 18, 2002
Crown moldings are added in the dining room. Bob Vila visits the North Bennet Street School to learn about its preservation carpentry program.
13. Modern Colonial: Exterior Landscaping
November 25, 2002
30 min
Bob Vila turns his attention to exterior work on the house, starting with a tour of Mahoney's Nursery led by landscape designer Ruth Foster.
14. Modern Colonial: Mechanical Systems and Basement Refinishing
December 2, 2002
Mechanical systems are being installed throughout the house.
15. Modern Colonial: Mechanical Systems and Interior Finishing
December 9, 2002
Bob Vila tours the finished landscape at the project house before visiting the historic gardens at Glen Magna farm in Danvers, MA.
16. Modern Colonial: Kitchen Cabinetry and Countertops
December 16, 2002
Bob Vila focuses on the work being done in the kitchen of the modern, colonial-style home.
17. Modern Colonial: Bedroom Amenities
December 23, 2002
The crew works to install the perimeter fence, while inside a custom closet system is added.
18. Modern Colonial: Interior Decorating Tour
December 30, 2002
Windows are installed, paint prep is performed, and decorating is done in the bedroom. Also: a tour of the Lyman Estate.
19. Modern Colonial: Workshops and Woodworking
January 5, 2003
A planter box is constructed for the sunroom. Also, Bob Vila tours Winterthur, a historic estate in Delaware, and The North Bennet Street School, an arts instruction institution in Boston.
20. Modern Colonial: Classic Interiors and Cabinet Install
January 12, 2003
Shelving and cabinet installation are underway. Bob Vila tours Winterthur and The North Bennet Street School.
21. Modern Colonial: Wood Floor Finishing
January 19, 2003
Techniques for achieving a smooth, even finish with hardwood flooring are demonstrated. Also: a tour of the Hancock Land Company's sustainable forestry operation in Casco, ME.
22. Modern Colonial: Interior Craftwork
January 26, 2003
Bob Vila focuses on the decorative interior finish work. Also: touring a selection of famous parlors featuring American decorative arts.
24. Modern Colonial: More Interior Design Projects
February 10, 2003
Interior design work continues. Also: Bob Vila takes another trip to Winterthur, this time to tour the Chinese Parlor.