The hallway in its original state. I am standing in a doorway taking this photo.
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A photo showing the doorway and a bit of the wall surrounding it.
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After Day 1 : the wall and door have been removed.
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After Day 2 : the old heating pipe has been removed and the basic structure of the bookcases is up.
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After Day 3 : the bookcases are up.
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The bookcases have been stained and varnished. Now to find the books..

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Welcome to the Little House on the Prairie.