Finally the pattern is there, and all the beams are in place! It is now in the process of being covered with mud, although parts of the wood in the ceiling will remain uncovered. I must remember to tell Boucoum, my mud architect, to give it all a really good dose of anti termite treatment. Must get back soonest! Have booked flight back for 15th June- it seems a very long time- the HDG will be done by the time I get there, and I will have to launch myself into furnishing it with all the new ideas for chairs etc..