Family renovates old school into dream home

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A family in Indiana has renovated an old school from 1914 into their 4,000-square-foot dream home, after it was abandoned in 1934. The renovation process took three years and included stripping the building down to its original bones, installing new roof, strengthening foundations, new windows, insulation, interior framing, and building a kitchen. They used second-hand items from old schools to decorate the home.

Key Points

  • Renovation of an old school from 1914 in Indiana into a 4,000-square-foot home
  • Challenges included stripping the building down to its bones, strengthening foundations, and delays in supplies due to pandemic
  • Used second-hand items from old schools to decorate the home

Pros

  • Preservation of historical building
  • Creating a unique and personalized home

Cons

  • Long and challenging renovation process
  • Delays in supplies due to pandemic