A few before and after pics of recent attic work. We removed the old gable roof structure that was part of the original, smaller house decades ago, and reused the oak boards, sistering them on to the existing rafters. Not pretty, but it should be strong. Also added new collar ties. The true test of the strength of the work will be this winter, with wet snow on the roof.

Slowly, very slowly, we move forward toward some actual design work in the main part of the house, which is going to require a lot more precision and forethought.