In 2003 we discovered a number of structural problems with the Carriage House. These problems included a crumbling back wall and outdated insulation in the ceiling. We took three renovation procedures.

First, we removed all existing materials from the garage and removed outdated insulation. We then installed new 9" fiberglass insulation.

Second, our contractor installed several steel beams and starbolts to support the structure, which appeared to be separating.

Finally, we concreted the back outside wall that faces our neighbor's property, thus tightening the structure further. We still need a coat of stucco and window replacements.

As you drive up Tulpehocken Street and pass the BuildaBridge House, nestled in the back is an old carriage house. (see center below)

Eighteen feet by thirty-two feet in dimension and two stories tall, the space now hosts a lovely one bedroom apartment on the second story and a garage on the ground floor.

Entrances to the ground floor are through a side door behind the steps, with wide garage doors on both sides.