Progress has been swift, once the builders made a start. The first photo you see below was taken on Sunday morning; the last, this morning (Tuesday.) Both architect and builder are delighted with the 1.8m foundations. The black, alluvial soil was not as deep as we feared, and the soil below will make a good foundation. "You can build four stories," the builder assured me confidently. But two will suffice for us now!
Enjoy the snaps ...