This is a view of the house from Geyer Road. Vic and his wife saw the potential of renovating this piece of property into a show place.
EAST SIDE IN '79
Because of the house's age, the foundation sunk into the ground by about 2 inches. Thus, with new concrete, pavers, and a lot of hard work, the pitch of the front porch was slanted away from the house
EAST SIDE DURING RENOVATION
Drastic landscaping measures were accomplished with the idea of making the property a place to visit in Kirkwood.
EAST SIDE COMPLETED
Vic did not like a slopped back yard. As a result of this feeling, he rented a small bulldozer, had over 19 dump truck loads of fill dirt delivered and built a railroad tie retaining wall. If you think its easy to move 19 truck loads of dirt with a bobcat, try it. It may be fun at first but overall it is a lot of work.
SOUTH SIDE
IN '79
SOUTH SIDE DURING RENOVATION
SOUTH SIDE COMPLETED
WEST SIDE DURING
RENOVATION
A three story house is not complete unless it has a fireplace for those cool winter evenings. Except for the fireplace foundation, Vic was required to contract out this undertaking. Vic sure had a great time making the garage. One problem was when he almost cut off his hand when cutting some of the beams.
NORTH SIDE
IN '79
NORTH SIDE DURING
RENOVATION
NORTH SIDE
COMPLETED
A large covered deck atop the two car garage provides the perfect spot for visiting on nice evenings. Now the Fromes can sit back and enjoy this livable comfortable home.
