by Janine Wilson

For the first time in a while, I took a view from my client’s position.  It was quite an experience, to be just assisting my clients, not as a builder, but as a designer.

We had all sorts of wild experiences starting from tile selections, to protecting the internet cable, to the new shell and watering it, and the plumbing trenches.   We had a few emotional ups and downs.  We had dinner and discussions to try and work out a location for a covered patio, while the pool was under construction.

A lot of clients do not know what to expect when they commence a huge project.  This was the second largest project, compared to their house construction.

We expect to achieve these images in real 3-D.

Jennifer and I share a lot of the experiences, while Scott is working.  He has the easy part.  He just pays for the project.  Jenn and I work very hard at making things happen.

So, I am not actually building the patio structure, but I am involved in making sure that my clients understand what they need to do for its preparation (a future project).

My role is a designer not a builder.  I actually enjoy designing more than building, because of mud and noises, which I prefer to avoid.  I love the progress and I marvel at the work!  Subcontractors are remarkable.

I worked hard to prevent the cutting of the internet line.  Generally, the pool builder is not responsible for cutting the lines.  Normally, the lines are cut, at least 80% of the time.  So, oh my goodness, when Scott discovered that that would happen, he was outraged.  So Jenn and I worked together to save their connection and save at least $200!