Their steely nerves and unflagging perseverence garnered these dozen extraordinary and inspiring homeowners top prizes in our second annual Moxie Awards
Who: David McKenney Where: Richmond, VA Moxie Measure: The prohibitively high cost of hiring a pro to repair his deteriorating indoor swimming pool dampened David's spirits until he decided to do away with the watery albatross and create a combo great room and kitchen in its place. After consulting with a few engineers, he set to work on the dramatic conversion himself. On his to-do list: drain thousands of gallons of water with a sump pump, dig French drains, and build a stable platform using load-bearing trusses. It took a year of nights and weekends, but the new room is his family's favorite hangout.
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