Episodes List
Ep.3 Modern Colonial: Shingles and Windows
Air Date: 2002-09-16
On the roof, asphalt shingles are installed; back on the ground, windows are put in. Included: home designs of the firm of noted 20th-century architect Royal Barry Wills.
Ep.4 Modern Colonial: Radiant Heating System and Ductwork
Air Date: 2002-03-24
Bob Vila surveys the HVAC ductwork and the crew installs a new radiant heating system. Also: a tour of a the Julia Wood House in Falmouth, Massachusetts.
Ep.5 Modern Colonial: Gas Fireplaces and Cedar Shingles
Air Date: 2002-09-30
Cedar shingles are applied to the roof and a gas fireplace unit is installed on the ground floor. Also: a trip to Canada to see how wood shingles are milled.
Ep.8 Modern Colonial: Garage Door and Generator Installation
Air Date: 2002-10-21
A generator system is installed, while new carriage-style doors make their way onto the garage. Also: a tour of the Jackson homestead in Newton, MA.
Ep.9 Modern Colonial: Wood Floor Installation
Air Date: 2002-10-28
Bob takes a look at some hardscape work being done, specifically a new cobblestone driveway apron, but the real story is flooring.
Ep.11 Modern Colonial: Interior Door Installation and Plan Modifications
Air Date: 2002-11-11
Work continues in the master suite. Master carpenter Bob Ryley installs a new door and applies interior trim.
Ep.12 Modern Colonial: Interior Woodwork
Air Date: 2002-11-18
Crown moldings are added in the dining room. Bob Vila visits the North Bennet Street School to learn about its preservation carpentry program.
Ep.13 Modern Colonial: Exterior Landscaping
Air Date: 2002-11-25
Bob Vila turns his attention to exterior work on the house, starting with a tour of Mahoney's Nursery led by landscape designer Ruth Foster.
Ep.14 Modern Colonial: Mechanical Systems and Basement Refinishing
Air Date: 2002-12-02
Mechanical systems are being installed throughout the house.
Ep.15 Modern Colonial: Mechanical Systems and Interior Finishing
Air Date: 2002-12-09
Bob Vila tours the finished landscape at the project house before visiting the historic gardens at Glen Magna farm in Danvers, MA.
Ep.16 Modern Colonial: Kitchen Cabinetry and Countertops
Air Date: 2002-12-16
Bob Vila focuses on the work being done in the kitchen of the modern, colonial-style home.
Ep.17 Modern Colonial: Bedroom Amenities
Air Date: 2002-12-23
The crew works to install the perimeter fence, while inside a custom closet system is added.
Ep.18 Modern Colonial: Interior Decorating Tour
Air Date: 2002-12-30
Windows are installed, paint prep is performed, and decorating is done in the bedroom. Also: a tour of the Lyman Estate.
Ep.19 Modern Colonial: Workshops and Woodworking
Air Date: 2003-01-05
A planter box is constructed for the sunroom. Also, Bob Vila tours Winterthur, a historic estate in Delaware, and The North Bennet Street School, an arts instruction institution in Boston.
Ep.20 Modern Colonial: Classic Interiors and Cabinet Install
Air Date: 2003-01-12
Shelving and cabinet installation are underway. Bob Vila tours Winterthur and The North Bennet Street School.
Ep.21 Modern Colonial: Wood Floor Finishing
Air Date: 2003-01-19
Techniques for achieving a smooth, even finish with hardwood flooring are demonstrated. Also: a tour of the Hancock Land Company's sustainable forestry operation in Casco, ME.
Ep.22 Modern Colonial: Interior Craftwork
Air Date: 2003-01-26
Bob Vila focuses on the decorative interior finish work. Also: touring a selection of famous parlors featuring American decorative arts.
Ep.24 Modern Colonial: More Interior Design Projects
Air Date: 2003-02-10
Interior design work continues. Also: Bob Vila takes another trip to Winterthur, this time to tour the Chinese Parlor.
Ep.25 Modern Colonial: Appliance Installation and Furniture Making
Air Date: 2003-02-17
The washer and dryer and shower hardware go in and a medicine cabinet is installed. Bob Vila returns to the North Bennet School.
