Construction of the Roof Truss System
Bob explains the engineering and construction of the truss system supporting the roof of the accessible home.
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Reviewing the Blueprints
Bob joins the contractors from Crosswinds Enterprises. With framing for the accessible home nearly complete, Bob gets a sense of the layout and looks over the blueprints.
Home Construction Project Plans
Bob meets with Arnold Johnson and George Chin (from Crosswinds Enterprises) to find out about the type of construction that will be implemented in building the accessible home project.
Tour of Nuestro Communidad Community Redevelopment Project
Bob talks with Evelyn Friedman Vargas and Robert Vargas (from Nuestra Comunidad) to learn more about rebuilding efforts in this low-income area.
Tour of Roxbury, Massachusetts
In touring the neighborhood, Bob introduces the nine-unit Roxbury affordable housing project.
Overview of the Elmwood Neighborhood Project
Bob offers some history of Providence, RI, particularly of the city’s Elmwood neighborhood.
Tour of the Completed Loft Conversion, Part 2
Collaborating architect Lisa Shire accompanies Bob, as he continues his tour of the completed loft conversion.
Tour of the Completed Loft Conversion
Bob tours the completed loft conversion with collaborating architect Lisa Shire.
Tour of the Building in Boston’s Leather District
Bob tours the restored façade, and the updated common areas, of the building.
Installing a Stacked Energy-Efficient Washer-Dryer
Bob assists electrician Barry Driscoll and carpenter Bob Ryley with the installation of a stacked energy-efficient washer-dryer unit.