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April 1, 2015 Page 13 The Standard
Home &GardenHillContinued from page 12
HillContinued on page 14
Part of the maintenance during the second year of The Hill project was to weed whack tall grass and rake the clippings to the bottom, where they were stuffed into the black tubs
pictured above and carted away by City workers.
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McPherson said there were many people in town who donated fl owers, and there were more bushes planted and areas mulched in 2013 and 2014. Mulch glue is used to hold the mulch in place on the slopes. McPherson also discovered colored mulch paint, which is sprayed on the mulch so that all the gardens look somewhat coordinated.
And we created a big letter I out of the rocks we found here and there, she said. We may expand the I to Iowa if we can fi nd enough rocks - and people to put them in place.
McPherson said her biggest foible was putting riprap along the top of the north side of the parcel. It was one of those ideas that seemed like a good idea at the time, but ended up
costing a lot more time, work and money than anticipated, she admitted. I wanted to cut down on the amount of area we needed to take care of along the northwest corner of the parcel because it is so steep and we were having a hard time controlling the weeds there. Looking at the plot from a distance, I visualized extending the old wall on the west side to curve around and continue on along the north side. We couldnt afford to build a real wall, and the DOT wouldnt let us anyway, but Ron Strong said hed give me riprap for free if Id pay for delivery. I was excited about this idea. Unfortunately, because of the grade at the top of the hill, the trucks could only deliver the rocks to the bottom. So, we ended up having to pay
again to move them to the top.And then when we got them
up there, they had to be moved into position by hand because the rocks kept rolling down the hill, even though we erected a temporary fence which, theoretically, was supposed to stop them, McPherson continued. We didnt quite fi nish the job in 2014, but should have it done this spring.
There is still a lot of work to be done, but the framework is there and most things are growing nicely, according to McPherson. The Hill is waiting for more volunteers to maintain existing plantings and add others. McPherson will be there, too. Bring your bug spray, sturdy shoes and determination, she said. Well get er done.
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Home& GardenHillContinued from page 13 Simmonds Showcase
The original plan for the The Hill at the base of the Black Hawk Bridge in Lansing was to erect large wooden letters
(kind of like the Hollywood sign in California), but the Department of Transportation was afraid of distracted
drivers. So, instead, all the rocks found on the hill were gathered up and repurposed into the I pictured above.
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Construction of new home part of an eventful past year for Elliott and Amy Evansonby Kelli Boylen
Elliott and Amy Evanson of rural Waterville thought that building a new home as a young couple was simply a pipe dream. They had purchased an acreage and were going to renovate an older home, but others mentioned the idea to build a house while they were young, live in it and enjoy it for many years.
After getting estimates on renovations we wanted done, we then started comparing those costs to building a new home, says Elliott. They had been married about a year when they made the decision to build.
Elliott grew up helping on his family farm. There was one fi eld just north of Waterville
where he always enjoyed the view for many miles in every direction, and he said if he ever got the chance to build a home, that was where he wanted to build it. When they had the opportunity to do just that, they went for it.
They put the acreage they had bought up for sale and were happy it sold quickly. Once the decision was made to build and fi nancing was fi gured out, they planned and planned and planned, says Amy.
They considered numerous ideas, lay-outs, fl oorplans and blueprints, combining different ideas to get exactly what they wanted. One of the main ideas they really wanted was an open
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EvansonContinued on page 17
The new home constructed by Elliott and Amy Evanson near Waterville this past year was just part of a very eventful year for the young couple. The couple had planned to remodel an older home on a rural acreage, but after comparing remodeling vs. new construction costs
and advantages built this new home pictured above. Photo by Kelli Boylen.
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fl oor plan for the living room, kitchen and dining area. Amy had the foresight to plan ahead for the decades to come and made sure their new home was handicapped accessible.
They also were sure to include a walk-out basement, an attached garage, large closets, an offi ce, a master bath and mostly tile and wood fl ooring. They were also sure to include a lot of storage.
The basement has in-fl oor heat and a stained concrete fl oor. The rest of the house has forced air heat fueled by a liquifi ed petroleum (LP) boiler.
Their new home has three bedrooms on the main level and an additional two rooms in the basement. There is a second family area in the downstairs as well.
In addition to the master bath, there is a 3/4 bath on the main fl oor and another on the lower level. Their home is
about 1,800 square feet, plus a full fi nished basement.
We had unlimited decisions to make, Amy says. We got to make all these choices and make it our own, which we feel very fortunate to have been able to do. She admits that at times the decision-making process seemed overwhelming, but they are very glad they did it.
They broke ground nearly a year ago, in April of this past year, and their home was nearly completed by September. Having to be out of their old home prior to their new home being completed meant they had to live in a camper in the driveway for about three weeks with their belongings in the garage. They actually moved into the home before many things were fully completed. We did the dishes
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Home& GardenEvansonContinued from page 16
EvansonContinued on page 19
Amy, Elliott and Claire Evanson are enjoying their new home near Waterville and hope to live there for decades to come. The living room area pictured above is part of the open fl oor
plan that also includes the adjacent kitchen and dining areas. Photo by Kelli Boylen.The new home constructed by Elliott and Amy Evanson near Waterville this past year was
just part of a very eventful year for the young couple. The couple had planned to remodel an older home on a rural acreage, but after comparing remodeling vs. new construction costs
and advantages built this new home pictured above. Photo by Kelli Boylen.
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Home& GardenEvanson's
Home
Clockwise from left: The laundry room, located on the main fl oor in Elliott and Amy Evansons new home
near Waterville, has plenty of cabinets for storage; The kitchen in the newly-constructed home features steel grey appliances and custom cherry cabinets, and the open fl oor plan resulted in a spacious but cozy feel to the kitchen and dining area pictured above, along with the adjacent living room area; This bedroom is a
collection of the most prominent colors throughout the new home; The lower level of the home has a second
family room and in-fl oor heating. The fl oor in the homes lower level is stained concrete. Photos by Kelli Boylen.
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in the bathtub for a little while, but it was all well worth it in the end, Amy recalls.
In July, their families came to see how the construction was going and they were greeted by a sign that read, Baby Evanson is under construction.
That is how we told them, the young couple recalls of their unique announcement that they were expecting their fi rst child. Claire was born January 21 of this year and has her own beautiful new room to sleep in.
Elliott and Amy are very
happy with their new home and really enjoy the open fl oor plan. The only things they would change if they were able to do it over again would be to make the entryway a little bigger.
Their cabinets were custom built and Amy says she really enjoys them, along with the adequate storage. They still have projects to take on this spring, such as completing the front steps, creating a deck out back and landscaping, along with other small projects.
Elliotts uncle, Duane
Wood, was their family tie to construction. He, along with Dean Drew, took on the project and both were very helpful throughout the whole process. They were thankful for their workmanship, along with the quality and longevity their work is known for.
Elliott works at Ziegler CAT in Postville and helps out on his family farm when needed. Amy works at Northern Iowa Therapy, where she is mostly at the Central Community Hospital in Elkader.
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Home& GardenEvansonContinued from page 17
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Home& GardenTips for homeowners on their fi rst renovation projects
Home renovations are typi-cally exciting, as homeowners get to see the visions of their dream homes come to light right before their very eyes. Turning an outdated bathroom into a modern oasis or an empty basement into the ultimate man cave strengthens the sense of attachment homeowners have with their homes.
But few home renovation
projects go from start to fi n-ish without experiencing a few bumps in the road along the way. Such bumps can be diffi -cult to handle for homeowners working on their fi rst renovation projects, but there are many ways for novices to navigate the sometimes murky waters of home improvement proj-ects and come out relatively unscathed on the other end,
where a newly renovated home awaits.
Plan well and know what to expect. When working with contractors, get all agreements in writing and spell out exactly what you desire in a home ren-ovation. Photo references can help guide contractors and ar-chitects. Ask for the full picture of what can be expected with the work, from demolition to the punch list. Knowing what lies ahead can keep you grounded throughout the project.
Discuss work each day and set payment schedules. Make payments contingent on work completed. This can help keep contractors on schedule. Pay-ing for all work upfront leaves homeowners at a disadvan-tage, as it does not provide in-centive for workers to be time-ly and effi cient. Check in with workers to get daily progress reports.
Have reasonable expecta-
tions. A renovation project may exceed its budget and take lon-ger than initially expected. Un-derstanding that these potential setbacks might be part of the process will make it easier to handle them when the foreman speaks to you about any issues that arise.
Accept the mess. Construc-tion work is messy. Theres no way to maintain a pristine house when contractors are entering and exiting all day. Dust is bound to be generated, and tools can fi ll up rooms. A home in disarray can be stress-ful, but continue to visualize the end result and the mess wont bother you so much.
Establish a contingency plan. Bathrooms and kitchen renovations are typically the most disruptive home improve-ment projects. Going without a kitchen can make it diffi cult to enjoy meals at home, while a bathroom remodel may require
you to navigate water shutoffs. If your project is scheduled to take several months, estab-lish a contingency plan to deal with the consequences of your renovation project. Speak with family members about using some of their home amenities, and prepare and freeze meals in advance so you can reheat them later on when you dont have access to your stove.
Plan your escape. Some-times the constant work and mess of construction is too much to bear. Afford yourself time away by visiting relatives or staying at a hotel. Even a single night away can provide the relief you need.
A home that is undergoing a remodel can be a less than comfortable environment. But homeowners who have never before lived through a renova-tion project can take several steps to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
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Contractor Wally Mahr loves helping people build their dreams.
And at Woodland Image, Mahrs custom building company located in rural Dorchester, the sky is the limit.
Several years ago, Mahr, a 1993 graduate of Waukon High School, was frequently asked by his clients to build log cabins. He said while he was happy to oblige, he found that log homes ended up being a high-maintenance venture for the homeowner, and would undoubtedly require occasional replacement of logs.
Log cabins are really fun to build, but keeping them up is a lot of work for people, said
Wally.Wally decided he wanted to
fi nd a way to give people the same rustic, log-cabin look, with less required maintenance.
You still get the same high-end look and feeling, said Wally, who often employs a mix of traditional construction with peg and beam carpentry.
Scott Berg, owner of Eagle Ridge Country and Riverview Estates near Lansing, said he likes the rustic feel Woodland Image can bring to the homes he and his wife, Nancy, develop.
Eagle Ridge is a 170-acre development offering 22 lots with scenic vistas, just south of Lansing.
We knew what we wanted, said Scott Berg of the spec home Mahr and his crew are
currently building. We really like the lodge look.
Woodland Image utilizes reclaimed western red cedar mixed with pine to add rustic-looking trim, which often lends the feel of an old barn sash.
We make every house a little different, said Wally.
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components like timber frame staircases, Mahr employs ideas like stamped concrete for decks and porches. One stamped concrete design actually gives the look of wooden planks, creating a more solid fl oor with
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Eagle Ridge Home Nancy and Scott Berg hired Wally Mahrs Woodland Image crew to build this spec home at Eagle Ridge Estates near
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Photos by Lissa Blake
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a more rustic appearance.We wanted a deck on the
second fl oor, but didnt want water dripping through to the porch downstairs when we were sitting down there, said Scott.
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Mahr owns the Kains Switch Estates, just north of Lansing. He has lots for sale and has built some spec homes that have already been sold.
He built a barn-style home at Kains Switch for some people from Des Moines. The home is full of practical, usable space, with lots of surprises, such as
secret passages to hidden nooks where the kids can play.
A house should be durable and fun for kids and adults, said Wally, adding his company also builds a number of traditional homes and ag buildings throughout the year.
In his spare time, he also enjoys building custom furniture and cabinets from reclaimed materials, and looks forward to meeting with clients about their own ideas on how to customize their spaces.
DREAMS A LOTWhen asked where he gets
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Sometimes its just a Godsend. I think God is the one who gives me my ideas. I defi nitely couldnt do it without him, said Wally.
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Home& GardenGarden-inspired decor brightens spaces and mood
Many homeowners take up gardening to transform their homes with beautiful fl owers and foliage, while others do so to yield fresh fruits and vege-tables. But gardening can be more than just a weekend hob-by. In fact, it may be especial-ly benefi cial for homeowners to surround themselves with more plants and natural decor, whether in the yard or in the home.
Studies have indicated that gardening can be good for the mind and body. In addition to improving mood and reducing stress, plant life and gardening also may help people have a more hopeful outlook on life. If reaping the benefi t of a beau-tiful landscape is not reason enough to get into gardening, elevating your mood and cop-ing with depression or illness may be even further motivation to start developing your green thumb.
Home-design trends seem to be following suit, offering in-dividuals more opportunities to surround themselves with po-tentially therapeutic plants. Ex-plore these emerging and es-tablished garden dcor trends to try in and around your home.
Living wall planters: A living wall planter can add greenery to any dcor without taking up fl oor or table space. Ideal for outdoor structures, these planters also can be used in-doors if you safeguard against leaks and dripping. A living wall planter is a framed device that houses plants in a manner that enables them to be vertical-ly mounted to a wall surface. While there are commercially available models, you can cre-ate your own design and paint or stain it to match the existing dcor. Use a soil-free potting substrate to avoid the mess that regular soil may create.
Combining fi sh with garden-ing: Enjoy the best of two relax-ing worlds by installing a water feature in your yard. Garden retailers offer ready-made kits that can make fast work of es-tablishing a pond or other water feature in the backyard. Other-wise, there are plenty of water garden companies and install-
ers who can suggest a design and put in your desired water features. Add fi sh suitable for outdoor life to your pond. These include koi and certain goldfi sh varieties. Game fi sh are dis-couraged because they can de-stroy pond plants. If an outdoor pond is more maintenance than you desire, consider an indoor aquarium with a combination of fi sh and live aquarium plants.
Creative furniture designs: Maybe youre a person who ap-preciates the unique and whim-sical? Tables, benches and chairs can be built with planting channels that enable you to have greenery and garden d-cor in one piece. Envision a pic-nic table with a cutout down the center for a thin row of plants or decorative grasses. This is a project the entire family can get behind, as the more creative ideas the better.
Improved outdoor lighting: People who like to spend time in their gardens and yards may not want to be limited by sun-rise and sunset. By incorporat-ing different lighting sources, you can create a retreat that is welcoming at any hour. Al-though fl ood lights and over-head lights can illuminate a space, consider ambient and decorative lighting to create the desired ambiance.
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Jessica OConnor says that only about 10 percent of the students entering her horticulture class at Waukon
High School have experience growing food or fl owers.
However, by the time they are done with her class, they not only know how to grow their own food, but they also have a greater respect for the work
it takes to grow the food they eat every day, says OConnor. They also take away a sense of ownership and responsibility as well.
Three years ago OConnor and the Allamakee Community
School District were able to renovate the existing 20x40 greenhouse at Waukon High School that was badly in need of repairs to a beautiful 20x80 greenhouse, mostly through grant funding.
In the old greenhouse the plants were no longer getting the light they needed as the wall panels had yellowed with age. The wiring was in need of repairs to be safe, and some other general updates were needed.
The new greenhouse is not only larger, it also is just one of three school greenhouses in the state of Iowa that has fl ood tables for watering the plants. OConnor explained that the tables water the plants from the bottom up and are on a timer system. This saves water, saves time and keeps the plants moist on weekends and holidays when students and staff are not around. The new structure also has an alert system that notifi es OConnor when the temperature becomes so high or low that the plants would be damaged.
OConnor says she really had to work at fi rst to get more students interested in the greenhouse and horticulture. At fi rst there was some resistance because some students didnt think they wanted to play around with fl owers, she said. Now they know there is so much more.
This year there are 22 students in horticulture class. I think they are hearing from their peers what it is all about, OConnor says.
Waukon High School horticulture students now handle every role possible in the growing process, from picking out the seeds they will plant, cultivation and care of the plants, to harvesting. There is a lot of hands-on learning going on, says OConnor.
Some of the activities the students in the class take part in include starting plants, transplanting, rooting cuttings from plants such as geraniums, doing everything necessary for their spring plant sales,
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and growing poinsettias for Christmas sales (a challenging and unique plant to grow and time right for the holidays).
They take away a sense of ownership and responsibility, OConnor says. Of course, they learn all the general aspects of growing their own food. I dont expect they will all have their own gardens someday, but they certainly will have an understanding of where their food comes from.
Ashley Turk, Food Corps Service member who works with the Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative, says, The students gain great problem solving and critical thinking skills. Things often go well, but there are also issues. For example, if things dont germinate, the students are the ones to fi gure out what is going on. We dont look at this as a production garden, but rather as a teaching tool.
Turk notes that another benefi t of the greenhouse is the produce from the garden fi nds its way to the school cafeteria for student lunches. Even on a cold February or March day the students may be found harvesting tomatoes to take them to the school kitchen. They start out planting and, if all goes well in the end, they
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Left to right - Waukon High School students Drew Gaunitz, Christian Wenthold and Brooks Mathis add water to the tank where the tilapia are being raised as part
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Turk also uses the greenhouse to teach students in science classes, and it is used by the after school program as well.
Junior Christian Wenthold says he was never really into plants until he took horticulture class, and now he enjoys the constant smell of spring inside the greenhouse. It takes a lot to keep the plants alive; for example, its easy for the plants to get infected with fungus and such if you are not careful, he shared. A clean greenhouse is a good greenhouse.
Sophomore Lizzie Blake says she has learned a lot about what soils work best for what plants, such as pH
and nutrients, as well as the water and temperature needs of the plants. She had done some gardening with her grandparents and feels like she has gained skills needed to have her own garden someday. I like working with my hands in the soil, and I like getting dirty. Living in Iowa, those are skills you need, Blake said.
Sophomore Jaydon Snitker
says her experiences in horticulture class were the fi rst time she has really been involved with gardening. Its a lot of work, she commented. I really like being able to do things hands-on. Its one thing to learn about things in a classroom, but then we get to come out here and do it.
OConnor says the students really enjoy the fact it is 75 degrees in the greenhouse, even when it is cold and snowy outside, and they seem to enjoy working with plants in general. I even have students who ask to come out here during their study halls, she says.
The students really take ownership, both in the greenhouse and with the raised bed outside. They do the work and, therefore, have respect for what they are doing and take good care of things, OConnor said.
Turk added, The students really seem to appreciate the fact that their teacher is willing to try new things and they get to have input in what they do and what plants they grow. She, literally, handed them a seed catalog and pretty much let everyone pick out one thing to grow for the spring plant sales.
A recently added feature in the greenhouse is an aquaponics system which includes a 400-gallon tank where they are raising blue tilapia. The water from the fi sh tank is circulated to a growing table where the nutrients in the water are picked up by lettuce grown in small containers with no soil.
The class started its fi rst fi sh in the tank in October and hope they will be mature this summer. We started the fi sh as fi ngerlings. Ideally, the fi sh would be ready in seven to eight months. However, I expect a bit longer due to it being our fi rst time and learning as we go. We hope to harvest the fi sh when they around 1.25 to 1.33 pounds. Our plan is to harvest the fi sh and use them in some way with the after school program, said OConnor.
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Home& GardenWaukon High School Greenhouse
Clockwise from left above: Student Riley Wyninger checks the leaves of the geraniums the students are growing in the greenhouse located at the high school; WHS Horticulture Instructor Jessica OConnor (back, left) discusses the health of the lettuce plants growing in the greenhouse with students Anna Weighner, Lizzie Blake and Daytona Miller; Students Victoria Waters and Anna Weighner help label and record geranium plants; Students Kayla
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