The Rising

We moved in last week but it has been hectic.  Lots of pics of the house, but for now a break to show the weekend project - a playhouse for the kids.  After searching craigslist, costco, and the internet for options, I was inspired by the outrageously priced playhouses at www.barbarabutler.com.  Most of the designs I liked were 6'x6' squares with 4"x4" corner posts.  I decided to make my own.

First step, the foundation.  Pour the footings for the base, set up batten boards, and run string lines to create a perfectly square foundation.  In the foreground are Simpson  post bases which were bolted to the footings with concrete anchors. 

Next up bring back James and Skip from the house framing to build the frame.  James and Skip required a site visit before the weekend to discuss the project (finish a Bud Light 12 pack).  We upsized the Barbara Butler playhouses with 16 foot 6"x6" posts and an 8 foot square base.

Pressure treated 2"x8" bands with 2"x6" joists on hangers.

The roof will be the same pitch and overhang as the house.  We'll also mirror the fascia with Hardie board.

Lots of workers helping...

The view from the top.

And the completed roof:

Next up will be floor decking, walls, railings, and accessories - monkey bars, swings, slide, fire pole, rock wall, picnic table, etc.