1 YEAR (in 30 minutes) RENOVATING an OLD LONDON VICTORIAN TERRACED HOUSE into DREAM HOME

[@havesomevision]

Subscribe for more! Thanks for watching! And as always, whatever your upto just keeep going! U got this📈

[@stickyrickify]

Where are you getting a mortgage with 9% deposit?

[@prospect2664]

did something similar, except that i lived with my parents. luckily managed to get my apartment for super cheap, and then put every bit of my savings into the renovations and furniture, it got to the point, where i had to skip a few months before moving in, so i could buy everything i needed and after buying the last thing (tv), i was left with 700 euros for two weeks, before i got another paycheck :) glad to see someone who isnt filthy rich doing renovations, hope ur happy with what you got out of it

[@prospect2664]

also.... cant you do as much noise as you want, as long as its for a reason during daylight hours ???

[@Greg_Romford]

14:26 I can think of several words for the neighbour next door, however, I think the one you're looking for might be hypocrite?

[@petermages9482]

I think your so called "Neighbours" needed excuses for complaining. I think they are just jealous that you are making money with construction. Especially with Your age and they did not. Just food for thought.

[@melsyoutube]

i love how unfiltered you were when it comes to complaints / time / money / rude neighbors etc, this was such a well narrated video. congrats on the transformation and all your hard work paying off! it looks beautiful

[@k.Newbbie]

Here here 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 If it wasn't for the 'bad energy' I would invite the neighbour in for some 'NETTLE TEA' 🤭🤭

[@_thehappyhomemaker_]

I completely agree with this comment 😊

[@crystalwaters8852]

Agreed.❤

[@MamaKim.]

Hear hear! Brilliant renovation, brilliant narration. Hope the neighbour has watched!

[@graemecatty9921]

neighbours...

[@ashleyc7251]

You have no idea how nice it was to listen to this and watch. No one ever says how much they pay for each step. You’re in a different part of the world but still. More people need to real so people don’t go in blind. It’s a gigantic project and you nodded to it. Thanks for that

[@FA9082]

Lol I live in London and seeing he paid £ 1 million for a 4 bed that requires a lot.of work he definitely overpaid a lot 😂 Buying in Notting Hill is stupid, could have bought 2 houses for £1 million if he bought in Zone 3/4 and commute time would barely be any different😂

[@tovep9573]

@@FA9082 He obviously bought to be able to sell it later on. Plenty of wealthy people who will pay through the nose to be in the "right" area.

[@lowesonia8551]

Subscribed. 85 years old English Lady who 64 years ago did what you are doing. ! Not really builders did in S. France. On Three acres of land, The house abandoned. Last occupants German Soldiers from 40's. An old Mill with 2 metre walls 3 stories as ground was on different strates. 3 gardens 11 Species of trees making abetoreaum 82. The house had been built. On the ancient mill walls on ground level original 15 century. Jacobean style many rooms. I have been carried away late at night as your video sent me years back you are a fabulous young man i hope your partner in life values you . Wonderful result.

[@margaretdevery6547]

My gosh, what a joy to watch this. You're a man after mine own heart. I decided years ago, that if a pimply school leaver could get paid whilst they learn some of these trades, a lady in her 60s could, too. My driveway has a new surface £250 v £7,500 All my painting Reno's are now done by me, as well as furniture flips. & It's fun. I'd stop at the intricate foundation work you're doing, though!

[@WithLoveNicole]

You're my hero lol

[@seratonin7004]

I'm proud of your achievements ❤

[@JudithRandall-vz1zk]

Wow! London. I worked in London and lived in Hampstead Heath during 1962. It snowed in London and it looked like a classic Christmas movie or Christmas card. I could have lived there forever, but my husband, at the time, who was English (and the reason I was able to work in England), didn't want to. He preferred California, USA. I was 21 or 22 and I'm now 81, but still remember London vividly.

[@usernametentwo]

I live in London... God what I wouldn't give to live in California...

[@janetwhite7786]

@@usernametentwo California is a shithole. But then we dont jail ppl for silently praying on the wrong street, so i guess it has its good points. Of course, i cd be a victim of bad information, so mea culpa if so. Every lefty-run city or state in the US that the Dems have their claws in goes to shit eventually. Odd that no one on the left ever puts that together...our policies facilitate degradation and failure. Got carried away there...November 5 cannot get here soon enough. Sorry.

[@ginobragoli1448]

Your husband preferred California, SO WOULD I.😁God bless!

[@h.neubert8770]

California… has all the disadvantages of the US unfortunately. Best regards from San Jose ☺️

[@ginobragoli1448]

@@h.neubert8770 yes but at least it gets half decent weather, best regards from sunny London 😬

[@karencarpenter8275]

In 7 months whilst also working is seriously impressive. Can’t help but respect folk who put this much into anything. Hard work pays off

[@DaddyBear3000]

My in-laws neighbour was EXACTLY the same as yours. They had a large rear and loft extension completed with a Juliet balcony overlooking my in-laws garden. Then objected to a reasonable rear extension that my in-laws wanted to do. The council came round did an inspection and laughed at their objections.

[@KylieJonkman]

They probably complained because they knew how much noise it would make

[@grimgoreironhide9985]

@@KylieJonkmanBut of course these narcissists don’t mind making the same amount of noise when they first did their renovations 😂😂😂

[@Gates2Aion]

too many jelouse people, so long they have the biggest house they'll never like their neighbours to be the same

[@1993j]

It's always hilarious with these types of petty neighbours in terraced houses, because they completely overlook the fact that neighbouring property plays a large role in their own house valuation.

[@milels6917]

Selfishness knows no bounds

[@DaddyBear3000]

Bloody hell lad! Having first hand experience with large scale property renovations… this is massively impressive. The stones alone to pick up such a big project are beyond most people. The fact you are doing it now, at your stage in life, is EXACTLY the right time to lay rock solid foundations for success. 100% sub from me 👊🏼

[@adrianaragon3493]

Just wow. Hands down one of the best Reno videos I’ve ever seen. No nonsense , just real talk and clearly, a lot of hard work. I’m impressed.

[@JosephC2168]

I can see why your left neighbour dislike your work, they just felt jealous of its looking. Well done! As an architect, I admire your ambition and honest effort!

[@farkas480]

I live in the US. I’ve never been to England. The old house you fixed up looks awesome renewed. I’ve never seen a house like that before. Something from the past in the city of London looking brand new is so cool. I really like how the look of the old house blends with all the modern upgrades you made. It has a lot of character

[@sarahjohnstone9041]

Go visit the old parts of Philadelphia - I found lots of the houses there very reminiscent of Victorian terraces! (I think you call them row houses?)

[@bear1245]

Victorian terraces are lovely. The best houses in Uk are the 1930 builds.

[@julied3588]

KZbin decided to suggest your video to me. So glad they did. I’m currently renovating an 1830’s house in a tiny fishing village, and living in it while I do so. Although inconvenient at times, I’m enjoying the process immensely. Your home is lovely, good job you! 🎉

[@AndreeaNastase]

High five and an encouragement to keep going! I’m renovating an 1890s house and living in it. Lots of challenges, but it will be so satisfying when done!

[@spinynorman8217]

Get proper sash windows in to finish it off. Personally, I hate the loss of period features BUT I understand when a house is so far gone , a complete renovation is the best way to go. You are a very impressive young man being able to do this.

[@johnloader8611]

That's my only criticism of your Inspirational renovation. Reinstating the sashes at the front would have been a crowning achievement. uPVC windows in an historic building are the absolute pits...

[@oocares]

Absolutely! Double glazed Sash windows are available.

[@caphonor5523]

Yo dude I'm a plumber gas fitter from Cambridge and what you've done in that house yourself an amount of time and money you've spent is amazing good on you my friend

[@ameliemorton9849]

for 22 years now I have been building my home, with a carpenter for the last 14 years, I understand the challenges and I totally agree with your philosophy about doing it yourself..we even made our own doors and windows with curved upstairs french doors...I look at it now (still not complete) and wonder what happened....your videos are an inspiration to those who have not the confidence...my was driven by a creatiuve passion, havaing a home was secondary...your dedications and the beautiful result was truly amazing ...thank you

[@thalè-s-muet]

are you building a Catalan Cathedral to live in? do you exclusively work in summertime? what takes so long?

[@mukkaar]

Honestly, even if you do everything yourself, spending so long to build is actually extremely costly, when you account both opportunity and strict costs. Since you could have been living in the building for last 20 years. And goddamn, the inflation.

[@socalblvd]

Hey Bro congrats on this amazing Remodel. You absolutely crushed it. I can't even fathom the work involved to bring it back to life. Back here in San Diego, I've seen the worst of run down homes turned into gems. And those don't even come close to the amazing work you guys did. Y'all London dudes are built different.

[@sarahRA86]

I’m always in awe of people who do these renovations themselves! I wouldn’t even know where to start. Well done 👌

[@marcusbennett9381]

I work for myself as an architectural consultant, so know just how involved your project will have been from start to finish. You've done an incredible job, so congratulations for that, and bravo for your video too, it was engaging, informative and entertaining!

[@chrispallett-gu1vl]

I really appreciate how you walked us through the whole renovation. I’m in interior designer who not only works for clients but also buys renovates and sells his own properties. I’ve never done a project to this extent before but I have done major hundred thousand dollar plus projects that I move into and then sell a year or two later. It’s been a very successful venture for me over the 35 years that I’ve been doing it. I can understand that doing a project In an expensive location has its downfalls, but the upside is this there’s loads of buyers when you’re ready to sell. Fortunately, in Canada, when it is your primary residence, and then you sell, There is no capital gains tax, a real bonus financially. You are so knowledgable about all the aspects of construction and where to spend money and where you can save money is really critical and having a successful project and you obviously are doing everything right. I’ll continue watching your videos for inspiration and also for sharing with clients who are thinking of doing a major renovation.

[@beyond92five]

Same here, no capital gains on primary

[@naheemhaneef123]

14:39 totally can relate to 💩 neighbours, i had work done in west yorkshire on my new detached house, neighbours to my right decided to put bacon through post box and constantly ring police for alleged break ins into my property when it was clearly builders working. Needless to say the 💩 neighbour moved on and i moved into my lovely new house with one less neighbour problem. Kudos to you and your ambitions! Dont let no one put you off ever!

[@kennixox262]

These older British homes are amazing, literally built on the dirt. Interesting how little rebar is in the footings of your addition. I can now see why rising damp is such a problem. Nice seeing the hard work that you did putting it all back together.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

New subscriber here. My 13 year old daughter and I watched all of this video and wow! You’ve completely inspired her so thanks for this . Amazing renovation!

[@AleksWorkshop]

This was an incredible video. No idea it was this complex to rebuild an old house. Thank you for going into such detail!

[@gilenasimons7081]

As s one one who has spent three plus years renovating in Notting Hill, I can tell you how ridiculous your neighbours straight off. Here’s why. You accomplished all of it in a mere TWELVE MONTHS! My renovation, like most renovations in this posh area take literally YEARS! I for one would have done what you did, but I could never do what you do. Your neighbours should be thanking you and overjoyed. You’ve added value to their property too, and did it in only ONE YEAR! Very well done. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼👍🏼

[@JanetCaterina]

I have been watching every renovation show online for years, from every English speaking country you can find. You had my attention from the first, kudos to you and your graphic explanations of this project! If there's more, count me in!

[@loomcc70]

Really appreciate how upfront and straightforward you are, it's refreshing.

[@rouwee_4716]

This is by far, the most realistic renovation video I have ever watched. The way you talked about how to deal with things throughout this video is amazing. Congratulations on the amazing build Sir!

[@KazeHorse]

it was the neighbour's hypocrisy that got me 😂. So damn relatable.

[@kimaotung]

This is so incredibly informative, really appreciate the transparency. You did an incredible job!!

[@will580]

I have no interest in London or renovation. I didn't search for this video but I watched every second of it. Very engaging and a great voiceover! Thanks for the financial transparency.

[@alicestbrt]

I’m pretty sure I know *exactly* where this house is, and more to the point *exactly* the type of people you’re describing talking about the neighbours 😂😂😂 love the video, amazing job with the house

[@candynecklacesx]

I was just wondering if it’s CE 🤔

[@xyphros4264]

24:45, I used to be the warehouse admin for one of the Howdens depos, overseeing all the shipments out to about 40 howdens stores. I've seen so much break and get damaged from simple movements and shipping mishaps. Its all very fragile and needlessly expensive but I still see a fair few tradesmen reccomending them to consumers. Glad to see some people know better

[@FindingTruthIslam]

feel like you're my soul sister (I'm 30). I also worked in finance, bought a crap house in London and renovated it. Did it once and employed builders and lived in a rental in Clapham whilst it was happening. Second time round and I am currently living in my construction site... quit my career too lol. I've subscribed, looking forward to watching your journey

[@reggraves6208]

Hi Chris...loved the way you presented it. I am 76 and renovations have been the most enjoyable, but only because I have the skills to do most, but the top notch finishing you did was great. We from UK living in Canada for 40yrs, finishing our little house we bought in 2020. Understand where your coming from regarding neighbors. All the best Reg/Janet

[@HouseFairyDIY]

What an enormous project! Fantastic end result though...well done! Such an achievement for someone so young. I have been renovating my house for five years now...five years of no kitchen, no washing machine, no sofa, bare stairs, etc. Absolute misery! I keep telling myself it will all be worth it in the end, but I am wondering whether I might die of old age before it's done! ;)

[@kimsim6757]

U can do it ❤

[@HouseFairyDIY]

@@kimsim6757 I hope so! Thank you for the vote of confidence. x

[@jimh4072]

I have done it myself and know what it’s like. It took years of work on the house while living in it, working full time, doing overtime to pay for it. Just keep going slowly and methodically and you will get there. I finished mine in the end and later sold it last year then bought another wreck that I am working on now. In case you wondered why I am going through this again; I was able to buy a larger house without a mortgage and have enough cash to pay for the renovations. Good luck. 👍

[@HouseFairyDIY]

@@jimh4072 I've done it several times before. I did it two times for an ex-boyfriend. Not that he ever thanked me for it. I even renovated a student digs and a rental apartment. Mad! I think this property will be my last one. I want to stop and enjoy my life after this. Good luck to you too with your renovation project.

[@jimh4072]

@@HouseFairyDIY 👍

[@shpuhlock6885]

Absolutely love your transparency, it is so helpful to fully understand and also helps when planning to do something like that on your own. It is also so rare today that people are honest and share their true experience, especially including costs! Just amazing your work, big congrats, love it, that is an insane Job you did, yu worked so hard for this! Absolutely amazing!!

[@carolwilder2289]

Absolutely loved your video & all the breakdowns on cost, work, etc. I live in the USA and so glad! I could never afford to live in a $1million home! I live comfortably on 12 acres (that has been paid for for years) and just recently paid off my home!❤ Feels good to be debt free @ 54 yrs old

[@ozziegirl71]

The work you have done to renovate this house is mind blowing and very impressive.

[@courtneyjones9303]

No words but well done! My family home has three bathrooms with linear and after watching your video I’m going to be that young girl changing the bathrooms without hiring someone but self educating myself and watching videos like yours ❤️❤️

[@andreaandrea6716]

Fantastic journey! EXHAUSTING!!! I cannot believe all the work. I KNOW it's a mother of a slog. I bow to you. You can be ultra proud of what you've accomplished! I was confused at the end when you weren't walking through the finished house but instead, we were looking at stills that seemed as if they were out of some brochure. For future reference, I prefer the out and out walk through the house SLOWLY, so I can appreciate all the extraordinary work you've done. Bravo!! Seriously.

[@VVV-DL]

You have a good narration to go with the constructed progress. I like that extra effort which ties everything together for the viewer. As we're not all into construction, it significantly enhances the video rather than just a time lapase of the work progress. It's learning and entertainment at the same time.

[@morganzweifel2488]

Hello from America! I just found your refreshingly unfiltered channel. Truly inspiring… for people like you with a high level of construction/contracting knowledge & skills. Congratulations! In America, I am beyond excited to see the promotion of developing skills which seem to have been eliminated from our society. (Bricklayers, master carpenters, plumbers, electricians, etc.) There is a huge need and sense of independence learning a trade which you can provide a successful career for a lifetime.

[@dannydunphy8312]

What an Amazing Renovation. You and your brother should be immensely proud of yourself. Love you naturalness of explaining complex builds in a way that anyone could understand.

[@Paulo-nf7ms]

Sadly, I think teenage-me would have internally scoffed at you in my head as a labourer (not my view point now I hasten to add). Adult me has absolute mad respect for you and what you've outlined here. Staying committed to a solid and consistent hustle mindset, whether you're living with the hell of a terrible office job or the hell of living on a building site, is so powerful. Congratulations and keep it up. Also, the delivery of this video was very watchable - the narration over a montage works very nicely.

[@DarkDetectiveLight]

really love the story telling, thats what keeps me entertained. not just people making sweet talk and normal commentaries

[@Elliot1809]

So refreshing to listen to that! No frills, just honest people pouring their heart and soul into creating there dream home! Looks amazing!!

[@Mojomomo12]

For someone who used to do property developments in Belgravia/ Mayfair, this is BRILLIANT! WELL DONE MATE!!!

[@loudoret353]

I’m very impressed. I’ve just half renovated my (terraced) house and didn’t go back to the brick everywhere. And I’ve built a garden room. I wish I’d done this in my 20s or 30s cos it sure hurts my body now. Respect to you for the vision, courage, focus and dedication to this project. Seriously impressive!

[@ED-zc2um]

As an architect I am super-impressed! Well done.

[@Ida20]

Great narrative and video. Real professional and relatable. I would like to have seen a glimpse of your sleeping quarters. I can’t imagine moving a bed from floor to floor or having a finished bathroom before demolishing the existing one. I lived through a kitchen renovation while I continued to live on my second floor. Dust finds its way no matter how much you think you’ve hermetically sealed your living space. Not only is it filthy, it’s nerve racking waking up to a demolished home day after day. My hat’s off to you my friend.

[@JojannekevandenBosch]

In utter AWE of the dedication, business acumen, hard labour and eye for quality. GREAT JOB!!!

[@truenorth2615]

What a fantastic job! I got tired just watching it. It’s so impressive that you were able to manage that work load in addition to a full time job, just incredible. I really respect how brave you were in attempting things you had never done before. Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@emmahardesty4330]

Really appreciate your candid comments. Fine labor, beautiful results.

[@TheTishy44]

Dude!!! You and your brother(sorry if I missed someone who also helped) did an amazing job!! Your parents must be so proud of you 2. Hard workers, smart with money, sensible and freaking funny. Your narration through the video was so honest so funny and perfect. From Tennessee U.S. good job.

[@EvelynMorales-vp6kc]

I was hooked on this video showcasing the renovation journey of a London Victorian house - a whole year condensed into 30 minutes. The attention to detail and the final result were stunning. It's not just a home transformation; it's a motivating guide for anyone looking to revamp their space.

[@MarkCW]

Wow, I am just flabbergasted. The amount of work you did in just a few months is amazing. You're going places!

[@anniehadfield6637]

Done this with my ex husband a couple of times but smaller houses. We had a small child at the time though and the satisfaction is wonderful! We too did the groundwork for the professionals in some areas and I used my mums car and took a lot of the waste to the local tip with up to four trips daily. This was because we too did not have space for a skip.

[@HandySam]

Absolutely agree on the terraced house situation😢 they are a pain! What a loverly project you’ve maximized the potential of that house! Looking forward to the tiny house project developments!

[@dominicliam2542]

All things considered, 7 months is outstanding ! Well done and congratulations 🍾

[@adrianocapocci90]

What an amazing result, so inspiring! You mentioned you bought the kitchen direct from the supplier, can you share where you sourced it from? Would really appreciate it!

[@irishpaddy555]

I second the amount of work you do that no one ever sees… i done a renovation of my house here in 2016… i done all the plumbing/electrics/ building work myself then got trade mates in to do plastering(i did try that myself and found that its not as easy as it looks💩😄) but yeah doung a day job and then doing this every other minute… never ever again!🔨😄 Great job you have done here👌👍👏👏

[@simonpeters3362]

What an honest guy! The fact that you took a risk you must have hated your job .. I do not blame you ! Good luck to you in everything!

[@littlemecarmie]

Wow!! This was an amazing renovation! You sound like a person who is creating their dream life. I am all for that. I am going to go over and start watching your mini house series. Best of luck to you for your future projects! 😊

[@Trgn]

Great work showing the process and decision makings. Nothing feel like building your own. You get to know the house real well. Fantastic video.

[@elliottdebell7783]

I’m a builder that has just completed my first London project for myself in London and I very impressed with what you have taken on and completed. Enjoyed watching your journey. I also have fallen out with the Neighbours. But I was working 12 hours a day so they had the right to complain 😂. To get it done in a year is nothing to be snubbed at! Where did you get your kitchen from?

[@jennifercole960]

Thank goodness you didn’t let them effect how you did your work!!! I’m not even all the way through the video yet and I’m so excited to see how it turns out!❤️

[@kimberlystritt8631]

I’m not sure if I’m more in awe or horrified …… I’m going to go with in AWE !! The work and thought that went into this project is amazing. I’m from the states and unfortunately these type of homes are not the typical build and as I’ve always admired homes with character this was a treat to follow. Thanks for sharing and best of luck going forward.

[@smhlight]

Hi mate, just stumbled upon your channel and I've got to say its insane. I'm currently in the process of saving to buy my first home so I've been watching a bunch of renovation series and this video is by far one of the best. Keep up with the good work and can't wait to see more stuff from you.

[@cher128bx]

Greetings from the U.S. Whew, you uploaded this video five months ago! I'm a little late with my comment but, I just found your channel today and am a new subscriber. I must say, I am blown away with the final outcome and even more blown away by the amount of work that went into it. High praise to you for, what is now, an absolute masterpiece of a home.

[@reggraves6208]

I had that model of cement mixer back in 1969 and they are still giving good service to many people, the company must have made millions from it.

[@jeremypearson6852]

Absolutely amazing! Yes, I can see being reduced to tears at some point during the renovation, because you can’t see the finish line. Regarding the crappy neighbors, remember kindness kills. Don’t they realize that their house instantly looks better because of your improvements? Enjoy the fruits of your labor and keep up the good work. An expat in Florida. IDT you could pay me to live in London again, maybe the suburbs.

[@sallysampson628]

Really, really enjoying your reno vlogs!! Brilliant work!! Very helpful to those wanting to get into this type of life!! Wish I’d had access to this back in 1980!! Things could have been very different. Unfortunately we didn’t have the necessary savvy and didn’t continue being more informed. So anyone starting out should watch and learn and apply. I believe you really can set yourself up for life, but take time to learn before applying. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@christopherhill2786]

congratulations on an amazing transformation. You have achieved so much in 7 months! Building costs and cost of housing are "insane" here "down-under" as well.

[@TheNomadicTrader]

Awesome work mate! I'm currently renovating a 5 bed mid-terrace myself so I appreciate just how much effort goes into the stuff you don't see. I'm also doing the plastering and have got good at it so it's saving more money but costing more time. Well done on the result 👍🏻

[@isabella6075]

How’s it going so far ?

[@TheNomadicTrader]

@@isabella6075 it's going really well, thank you. It's consumed my life though I must admit. I'm moving in at the end of the month to finish things off. The plastering has taken the most time. When I do another project, I'll definitely be better at completing tasks in order. I've been working too much on finishing the kitchen and bathroom when there's been lots of messy work still outstanding. On the next project I'll do all of the plastering then move onto the next stages, such as prepping for decorating and installing the kitchen and bathroom.

[@dianawaterman2901]

My hubby thinks you must be a son he didn't know about! He loves you. Your attitude to work getting a good deal etc is at one with his. We have between us built block of flat renovated ancient cottages lived in a bungalow which we turned into a house like you used tin lid on top and acrow props everywhere!! Taken down chimneys too what a mess. I spent a 70 mile an hour storm with the tin lid on and the sheets flapping with my head under the pillow scared to death! ❤️ love what you did with the London house. HUZZAH. From two retired inveterant renovaters/builders.

[@2Sugarbears]

You can have no idea how very much I enjoyed watching this. I learned soooooooooo much that we never ever hear from people who talk about renovations. Great job. Well done you two guys. Really I have always wanted to know the truth. Thanks again. Cheers.

[@nadjadudek9027]

wooow so cool. I’m not into building houses at all but your videos are addictive. I just love watching how you create all of this from your vision. Sooo incredible 💜

[@allyeatworld]

this is literally insane. probably the BEST before/after videos i've seen in my life. your transparent voiceover throughout was super interesting. also so happy to see you've jumped up to 64K subs now 10 months later!!!

[@aninimon]

I'm happy to see that 3 days after posting this video you got to surpass your subscribers goal. It's a great video and deserving of every view you got so far and for sure will keep on getting. Congrats for the hard work!!

[@davidbrand5925]

Thanks for uploading this, it was an encouragement to keep going with the renovation on my house in Surrey. It can be hard to stay motivated sometimes, especially when juggling a business as well! Very tastefully done and sensible choices when it comes to recruiting certain trades and haggling too - a man after my own heart! Enjoy the fruits of your labour.

[@annabeckman4386]

Wow! This was amazing!!!! I mean, really, this was so incredible to watch! From the sheer amount of work YOU had to do 😱 AND then seeing the beauty at the end!! 😮 👏👏👏👏 Well done!!!! This was just fantastic!!

[@tituschalk]

Crikey, the skills here are off the charts, bravo! Also appreciate the honesty and the message to give ourselves a break if we get things wrong on our own projects. Whatever job you tackle for the first time, no matter how big or small, you can’t expect to get it absolutely perfect. But you also learn how to do it better next time. One contractor who helped me said to me, “The only difference with pros is they know how to hide their mistakes”. A useful lesson!

[@arcadio1313]

love how transparent and genuine your narrative is - I dare to say if you never built/renovated a house, you don't know what life is really all about (no other job/degree can even remotely match this experience)

[@josephreid1193]

The video we've all been waiting for! Yes mate, thanks for getting it out there and sharing so much. Legend. Hope the tiny house is coming along grand in this weather

[@josephreid1193]

would you be up for sharing your side hustles one day too, bro?

[@tntwentyone2951]

Randomly came across this video. Saw it from start to finish. Really pleased and inspired by it. Really, really impressive. Give me a shout next time you do a project I will come and do a day or 2 free labour with u. Good work, great tag team with the bro. I found this video 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Kinarmi]

Thank you so much for sharing your renovation journey, it was informative and entertaining - one of the few videos I've watched from start to finish without skipping bits. You guys have done an amazing job with the house, and just alone hearing all the costs on top of your mortgage made me dizzy. Now you can enjoy the result of the hard work you've done.

[@highendtrends3508]

I commend you on your bravery and honesty on this build. Congratulations to you and your family for getting this done. It looks amazing.

[@RLU-wt8vi]

Would love to know, 1) Would you allow the 'miserable' neighbors to see what you've done and show them what they DON'T have? (Or is that rude? LOL), 2) Compared to the other 'posh' houses in your neighborhood, how much would your home appraise for now? Especially with the added bdrms & baths. Thanks for telling us the HONEST truth of the good & bad, and when to hire or do it yourself. Stunning outcome. Beautiful!

[@niksgee3538]

Just wanted to say that I LOVE this video. And your attitude. How you went from labourer to buying a house in a posh area in London. Wishing all the best of luck to you all. You seem so nice, and it's great to see young people winning in life.

[@dumptonpark]

Great video well presented. I felt your pain, the cost, the amount of work, the strange trades & people you have to deal with. I was in the building trade for 30 years like you i could do it all but thankfully i have just retired and people are still trying to get me to do plastering work lol. Building takes its toll on your body damp cold dusty heavy work. Just one thing in your tool list you forgot Shovel, Hammer, & more Tea than you can shake a stick at. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@sakshi2958]

I think this is one of my fav videos on YT ever - the narration, the sound, the imagery; everything was kept so real and authentic. Immediately subscribed and shared! Great work!

[@HBADGERBRAD]

LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! As a retired interior designer I can tend to be overly critical, nit pick everything to drive my contractor insane in the past, but you did an excellent job! Congratulations 🎉 the taste level is superlative and I really like that you expanded to maximize the living space. I hope you live here happily for many years to come. 🍀

[@Firepea]

Lovely job. So when you say “go direct” for a kitchen - how do you find kitchen cabinet makers, who did you use? Sorry if I’m being dim.

[@natashagrays7826]

What a great video! This was sooo interesting to see how much work and I love that you are totally transparent re costs, and all the challenges (including the neighbours)😩 Thanks and we’ll done fir an amazing job! I’m sure you will be very successful😊👍

[@chloetuttle4501]

Absolutely incredible! Your work ethic is insane 🔥 Can’t wait to see your tiny house all completed! 🙂

[@mousmnwltr]

Got through halfway through this video whilst at the gym and couldnt stand not subscribing to this channel. Absolutely love this guys honesty and content.

[@garywateridge]

you are very good at presenting these sort of videos, theres a place out there for you presenting something like grand designs,amazing spaces or something new. We renovated my late muother in laws house, the neightbours were not understanding and when we showed someone round to rent the house, their daugther even come out and said be careful there been a tempted break in. Which was rubbish, some people are just out and out vival. well done for standing firm and doing an amazing job on the house.

[@PassiveAgressive319]

Bloody well done! Your narration is insightful and on point👏👏👏👏👏

[@TheOddPixel]

Beautiful work! Can't believe you managed to do all that work in 7 months!! That's insane!! Would love to know how much the house is valued at now that you've renovated it!

[@citychic9391]

What a great job 👏 well done for doing this on your own. Love how honest you are about everything.

[@ievamillers9383]

Bloody well done! I'm impressed. Both regarding the renovation and also about how you changed your life! Clever you. Hats off.