The video documents a person's journey as they renovate an abandoned building in their village into their first home. The building, located on a lane called "The Cobbles," had been empty for over 50 years and required significant work, including repairs to the roof, walls, and flooring. The renovation process, which began in October 2020, involved various professionals, including builders, electricians, and joiners. The homeowner shares their vision for the space, including a desire to keep it simple and make use of natural light. The video showcases the transformation of the building, from its initial state to the finished product, including the installation of new windows, flooring, and a bespoke hardwood oak staircase. The homeowner also shares their design choices, including the use of white walls, accent walls, and built-in storage. The video concludes with a tour of the finished home, including the living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom.
1. The narrator lives in a village that has a lane called the cobbles.
2. There are three abandoned or empty buildings on the cobbles, including a tiny building, a cottage that serves as a village museum, and another building that was bought by the narrator in October 2020.
3. The building bought by the narrator was abandoned for over 50 years.
4. The previous owner of the building cleared everything out before the narrator took possession.
5. The building required significant repairs, including fixing the walls, floor, and roof.
6. The narrator installed new windows, including a Vellux roof window.
7. The narrator hired a builder to do the repairs and renovations.
8. The narrator installed hardwood oak floors throughout the house.
9. The narrator's mom helped with painting the house.
10. The narrator installed a new bespoke hardwood oak staircase.
11. The narrator hired a local blacksmith to install a stair railing.
12. The narrator's dad helped with laying cobbles in front of the house.
13. The narrator has been living in the house for about three months.
14. The narrator works as a video editor.
15. The narrator has a desk where they work and make videos.
16. The narrator has a gray sofa and a tempered glass table in the living area.
17. The narrator has a 48-inch LG TV.
18. The narrator has a hermann miller chair and a corsair pc case.