This was the site in 2004 view is northward

In June 2006 we visited and Found we had, A Maison Awful sign

an entrance and Water

A large hole in the ground down to bedrock

And several large mole hills.

Our Neighbours sent this photo to show that work had started in July 2006

When we arrived in France, homeless, we found Work had advanced, slightly, Top slab down end Sept 2006. The Base is faced with waterproof Cement.

The lintles arrive, apt?

Then the Terracotta blocks, lightweight,tend not to soak up so much water and good U value

First of the Briques go up

Section of wall showing groove to take the top reinforced concrete beam which runs right round the house under the roof.

Internal view waiting for roof trusses

Cast in situe Garage lintle

Form work for cast in situe lintle over Front door abri

Mostly stock size roof trusses saves money and not on show, still not easy because of the 45 deg bend in the house.

Trusses external view and some of the PVC soffits and facia showing.

Canal tiles about to be laid . Note the health and safety precautions

More Tiles, this shot give a view of the terrace facing roughly North for a bit of shade and the best views.

Tiling completed

Its not all summer holidays Note all the windows and doors have been fitted.