Discussing the Greenhouse
Bob, Martha and the homeowner, Diana, discuss the greenhouse and the decor before Bob reveals a special suprise.
Project: Greenhouse
Tour of the Greenhouse With Martha Stewart
Bob, Martha, and the homeowner look at the plants in the new greenhouse. Martha explains why she selected certain plants and put thought into their placement.
Plant Shopping With Martha Stewart
When shopping for plants at Haskell’s Nursery, the homeowner gets some professional help from Martha Stewart, who transforms the greenhouse into an elegant setting for “tea for three”.
Tour of the Completed Greenhouse
Bob and contractor Bob Ryley tour the spectacular finished greenhouse and, in addition to the greenhouse, a vestibule to the house has been created, solving the homeowners’ issue with cold winter air coming in the front entrance.
Installing a Bluestone Floor
Bob discusses the bluestone floor being installed in the greenhouse.
Stucco Walls
Bob meets with John Clancy who is applying “California” stucco inside the greenhouse. A tint is applied to the mix to match the interior, and a latex bonding material helps keep the stucco adhere to the walls.
Landscaping for Energy Efficiency
Landscape designer Ruth Foster explains her selection of plant material and flowering shrubs for the backyard and directs the planting of a Sephora Japonica shade tree.
Installing the Greenhouse Windows
Contractor Bob Ryley shows off the greenhouse’s motorized windows. At the touch of a button, or via a thermostat, the windows open and close. Bob helps Ryley assemble and install the fiberglass-framed windows.
Bench Construction
The wood has arrived for the perimeter benches, so Bob and contractor Bob Ryley begin constructing the architect-designed benches for the greenhouse. The wood is a cypress, which is excellent in damp environments.
Greenhouse Glass Installation
Bob and contractor Bob Ryley install sloped glazing on a greenhouse with the help of Mark Santos.