Framing Walkthrough of the Varese Plan: A Behind-the-Walls Tour with Comerio Homes

At Comerio Homes, we believe in empowering our buyers with transparency and education throughout the homebuilding journey. One of the most essential phases is the framing walkthrough, an on-site checkpoint after the structure is built and before drywall installation.

In this post, you’ll step inside our Varese floor plan during the framing stage, guided by Damon Comerio himself. We’ll highlight key elements visible only at this stage, show how we resolve structural concerns, and provide insight into our quality-first approach.

What Is a Framing Walkthrough? 

The framing walkthrough takes place after the home has been framed, and rough mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work is complete. It’s the buyer’s opportunity, alongside the builder, to do the following:

• Confirm that the layout aligns with your final selections
• Review plumbing, HVAC, and electrical rough-ins
• See how framing supports future ceiling designs and built-ins
• Ask final questions before drywall conceals key components

As Damon says in the walkthrough:

“It’s in the 90s here in Kansas. There’s no air movement in this house right now, but I wanted to walk you through and point out a few framing details and corrections we’ve made.”

This walkthrough provides visibility, peace of mind, and confidence as you move into the next phase of construction.

Overview of the Varese Plan

The Varese is a 1.5-story, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with approximately 2,656 square feet of smart, livable space. The main level includes:

• A first-floor primary suite with sliding barn doors
• A second main-level bedroom and full bath ideal for guests or in-laws
• A vaulted ceiling great room
• A large kitchen island and walk-in pantry with prep kitchen options
• A mudroom with built-in bench and cubbies

Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms, each with walk-in closets and private vanities, sharing a connected bath.

Want to explore the layout and photos? Visit the Varese floor plan page here.

Real Walkthrough: What We Cover and Why It Matters

✔️ Engineering Corrections for Structural Load

During the walkthrough, Damon points out a critical framing fix on the second floor:

“The weight distribution from the roof wasn’t built strong enough. So we sistered two-by-sixes, basically reinforcing the ceiling joists to handle the point load.”

You’ll see how three beams were nailed together in a process called “sistering” to enhance structural support and direct the load safely down to the floor. This kind of real-time correction reflects our deep commitment to safety, engineering accuracy, and building homes that last.

✔️ Pocket Door Framing & Switch Placement

One educational highlight involves pocket doors, which the Varese features in multiple locations.

“This floor plan has quite a few of them… The pocket door frame takes up wall space, so we can’t put switches where the door slides inside the wall.”

Damon explains how pocket door framing impacts the placement of light switches and other electrical features. It’s one of those design elements that buyers love for space efficiency and it’s easier to appreciate how it works during framing.

✔️ Vaulted Ceiling Framing

Another standout feature is the vaulted ceiling. While the finished ceiling will showcase elegant design, at this stage you get a clear view of how the vault is engineered.

“There’s a picture of the vault before we actually put those beams in it… we’ll do some nice ceiling treatments here.”

Seeing the ceiling structure in raw form gives you a preview of the craftsmanship to come, and shows where custom finishes like wood beams or tongue-and-groove panels will be installed.

Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical Insights

🔧 Plumbing Rough-Ins

Damon pauses at the master bathroom plumbing setup to highlight what’s happening behind the walls:

“This is the dual sink in the master bath. You’ve got drains, hot and cold lines, and vent stacks that run up through the roof.”

• Red PEX = hot water
• Blue PEX = cold water
• Vertical vent pipe = sewer gas ventilation

These features are essential to clean water delivery and proper drainage, all neatly coordinated before drywall is installed.

🔌 Electrical Systems and Grounding

You’ll also see exposed wiring and grounding systems:

“Here’s our copper line for the ground, going down to the plug, so everything is grounded properly.”

Seeing this phase helps you understand the safety protocols in place long before outlets and switches are visible.

 

🌬️ Bath Fan Vents & Fireplace Flue

A unique detail in this walkthrough is Damon’s explanation of bathroom exhaust fan placement and venting:

“That foil-looking hose up there is the bath fan exhaust. It now vents to the outside of the house, per code. Back in the day, these used to vent into the attic. That created mold issues.”

You’ll also spot the fireplace flue, a 36-inch fireplace vented cleanly up through the roof, showing how combustion gases will safely exit the home.

Great Room Framing Details: Coffered Ceiling & More

The great room already hints at its future beauty even in framing form.

“Here’s our ceiling detail, a coffered ceiling framed with two 8-inch drops. Once it’s trimmed out, we’ll add wood paneling or ceiling treatments to make it pop.”

At this stage, it’s easy to appreciate the framing precision and the depth of the ceiling design. You’ll also see where can lighting and fan boxes are pre-installed.

Insulation, Inspections & Next Steps

At the time of this video, the home was framed, and rough-ins were completed. Damon shares that they were waiting on final city inspection approval and an engineer’s letter before starting drywall.

“Once we get the green light, we’ll start drywalling and move forward from there.”

If you’re building with Comerio Homes, you’ll go through a similar walkthrough and approval process, ensuring all systems are exactly where they should be and every detail is accounted for.

Optional Basement Finish Available

The Varese plan offers the opportunity to finish the basement for even more living space. You can add:

• Up to 2 additional bedrooms
• A spacious recreation room
• An extra 1.5 bathrooms

This flexibility allows you to grow your home over time or design it around your specific needs from the start.

For more details, explore our Build Process page or talk with our team.

Final Thoughts: Building Smarter from the Frame Up

At Comerio Homes, we believe what’s behind the walls matters just as much as what’s on the surface. This framing walkthrough of the Varese plan demonstrates our commitment to:

• Quality framing and structural integrity
• On-site builder involvement and real-time corrections
• Thoughtful design details from day one
• Transparent communication throughout the build

From coffered ceilings and pocket doors to PEX plumbing and bath fans, this stage gives you full visibility into how your future home is brought to life.