Exposing The Original Windows In The Bar

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[@alexandrawolf8409]

The stained glass windows would look quite great as a backdrop for the bar, with some shelves in front with lovely bottles and lighting behind them, maybe. 🤔 and black frame or so..

[@NeilWinter-qx2dj]

I came on to say the same thing! Nicola

[@fredrikmixer]

Exactly!!!

[@stewartmcardle8149]

Great idea !!

[@bobolpatrick3789]

non c'est un style art déco ça ne pas

[@malina1239]

I have been thinking about that for weeks. I would look so nice with light behind and glass shelving for the bottles😊 Since he isn’t decorating the convent in the style it originally French manner for the time period anyway , I think it would make nice feature !! I was also thinking about turning them sideways they would be nice to give to Simon for him to use as windows in the second part of his building that he haven’t started restoring yet. The part with the bread oven at the back, we’re he said he had to dig out the dirt floor or something . That would look great in a living room. I think the walls there needs a lot of repair anyway, so making place for big windows shouldn’t be a problem. I know he’s already built up parts of the wall of the part of the house he’s working on now. In the part that was used for animals, I think one entire corner was gone.

[@rhondaregister8081]

I remember someone mentioning hanging the door(s) above the bar with lights behind. That would look amazing

[@jojones6191]

Maybe. Definitely consideration should be given to retention/re use in situ

[@heehaw8401]

Billy said they weren’t the “look” he was going for. Can’t wait to see his ideas! Always spot on!

[@fogtom630]

yes, hanging horizontally above the bar with stylish back floodlights above the stain glass will look awesome.

[@misamsung6191]

It would be a retro look, but I agree that it could look amazing if done properly

[@ginanoble7203]

Would love the leaded windows suspended above the bar,as someone else mentioned with LED lights, if not I am sure Simon could find a very aesthetic use in his rustic cottage.If I didn,t live in Tasmania I would be there in a minute. One of my favorite hobbies is creating with glass . Keep us informed Billy ,I have become very attached to said windows,a bit like chandelier in Kitchen🌏🇦🇺🦘🫶🏻

[@kathleenestep2419]

You can hang those windows horizontally from the beams. Beautiful glass.(I am a glass Artist myself) those would cost a fortune to replicate.those clear windows you revealed are keepers too!!

[@tracieboland4730]

Glass artist here in Canada as well. I thought the same thing. Those would cost a pretty penny to replace today for sure. I’d keep them for now if I were Billy. So many options for them decoratively. They may come in handy later on. Or consider selling them to assist with the Reno’s.

[@lesliea.benedictjonsson5346]

I really like how it's second nature for Billy to compliment and show his appreciation to the people around him ❤️ 😊😊

[@Robin-xr2tz]

Billy always gives credit where credit is due.

[@kathrynimhoff344]

A natural born leader.

[@lorencain8926]

Yes, but this time he did not mention Alex who was filming on his Sunday too. Probably getting paid as I assume Janis was.

[@laurabronson6173]

I mean this as a compliment. When I was a kid, there was a cartoon character called Mighty Mouse. He was small of stature but incredibly strong. He always was helping those around him. Yanis reminds me of Mighty Mouse. Always ready to help and stronger than you would have ever believed. Anyway … cheers all. Thanks for the Sunday episode

[@joyceclark8476]

Hi, yes, I remember Mighty Mouse. Remember the song: 🎼🎶🎵here I come to save the day🎼🎶🎵A cartoon I loved to watch as a child.❤❤

[@Sisteryoda1440]

🎶 Here I come to save the day! That means that Mighty Yanis is on his way… 🎵

[@chriscoles8092]

Mighty Mouse is my nickname for my daughter.

[@ScottBurbridge-m2j]

Mighty Mouse was one of my favorite cartoons.❤ "here i come to save the day, Mighty Yanis is on his way."

[@RainboCatz-h9n]

I believe he flew, too! (Edit: with his right arm/fist out.)

[@whatsupdoc1075]

So idea for the stained glass: horizontal orientation of all 3 on top on one another, back lit by LEDs, behind the bar itself with glass shelves in the front to store the liquor bottles. Big impact, small price, recycling! ❤❤❤

[@billiekallberg123]

Totally agree with this person. It will be beautiful. I'm sure you already have something in mind, but hey it's worth a shot to imagine it.

[@jackjackguthrie]

SImon wants those doors, he hinted weeks ago. He deserves them, don't give them away

[@timrose1693]

Simon wants everything.

[@patriciakaiser5307]

​@@timrose1693not nice,

[@margielynch7196]

@@timrose1693 I didn’t know you had a personal relationship with Simon. To reuse things is a virtue!

[@Haggy-gp6lc]

Yes I remember Simon admired them. He might use them as a partition in his farmhouse. How he repurposed a piece of furniture for his bathroom was brilliant.

[@kathymarshall220]

@@timrose1693 I find it really confusing that there’s people who think that wanting to save money is somehow a personal flaw and that spending more than you need to for stuff is somehow a positive trait rather than the sign of gullible stupidity it is. They do say a fool and their money are soon parted.

[@annt8203]

Such cool windows. Horizontally they look like they belong as clerestory windows in a Frank Lloyd Wright creation

[@katiebaldwin40]

This is a great idea.

[@brucesynnott9207]

Remember to put the hinge halves with the glass doors... May use them in the future.

[@BA-ef4pr]

It's amazing how much light was blocked by that curved wall. What a beautiful window!

[@prestonhawes5496]

@thepethricks You could pour clear bar top epoxy over the glass, protect the underneath with semi opaque plexiglass, and then light it from below. You'd have a beautiful bar top to serve from.

[@dianne7316]

Have you done any homework on the stained glass window/doors, Billy? There could be fascinating history behing their construction and installation. Very much a 1960s trend... I think you might have been away, but like others, I'm sure Simon said he'd love to re-home these windows at his place; they'd look gorgeous there. 😍

[@speliotis]

I think they'd look amazing behind the bar.. or above as lighting from the ceiling.

[@jonatmelbourne7239]

I wonder if they came from another convent of the same order? Convents merged after the 1960’s in the post Vatican council era. They remind me of some of the stained glass internal doors I remember seeing in the Vatican City

[@lynnpetti3817]

Opening up the window makes such a difference. I’m hoping you might leave at least one of those walls the original stone. It’s so beautiful and would add a lot to a moody atmospheric bar. I’m an American and we don’t have much, if any, of that, so it’s appealing. But I’m sure you have a vision of your own. Love watching the spaces evolve.

[@janbullock4501]

The original windows are beautiful. I’m glad you uncovered those jewels.

[@h_williams1221]

In the 80’s my husband was caretaker for an abandoned seminary. We loved that place. It’s so satisfying watching what you all are doing to that beautiful convent. Hello from the USA! 🇺🇸

[@busterdee8228]

I grew up through the 60-70s 'modern' movement. Never cared for it. I can't wait to see the room fully exposed to natural lighting.

[@judeprestidge8465]

Agreed

[@Sueboopbedoo]

Agreed, the 70's were a design disaster 😂

[@dyannejohnson6184]

“CRACK ON COCKTAIL”. Needs to be a feature drink Yanis

[@CasperBaker]

My husband made a beautiful bar with a lovely beveled glass door. He used it as the front of the bar and put led light strips around the framing. So stunning

[@lynneevans739]

What a worker Yanis is he’s a keeper

[@carolwhite6979]

Wow! What an incredible transformation! That huge window and the light!

[@martemacdougall1985]

What an incredible difference removing the "upgrades" from the BAR.has made! Changes the whole vibe! It will be yet another wonderful ✨️ project to watch unfold. Thanks for this Sunday bar reno video!❤

[@sandypalasciano2726]

What a beautiful window. The surprises that you discover are amazing

[@kenc1800]

Billy, Yanis and Alex. Thank-you for this episode! I found your problem solving and use of Crack-On hard hats SPOT ON. Creative use of the lift and saw-all very smart. Very entertaining fast action using the Yanis cam. Yanis is a NATURAL DEMO MAN.

[@Turbogran]

What a relief to open up this space.

[@Abasinphq]

You can build a wall unit with lighting using the stained glass. Don't quickly dump them. There's plenty of ways to incorporate the glass doors in the bar, dining, or library.

[@melpru8046]

Those glass doors. would be nice as entry doors to your library

[@BettyKoehler-zg5sv]

I hope you will offer the doors to Simon before giving them to someone else…..he hinted broadly! Cell call, perhaps?! You and Yanis made sort work of taking them off their hinges! Why would they ever cover that window? Glad you realized it was there! Love from Pennsylvania, USA 💕🌷🐻

[@inamerica_]

You truly are like a light fairy! Every space you touch transforms from dark and dingy to bright and beautiful! 🤩

[@suesscents5771]

Those stain glass could be nice railing on your library

[@kykwiltz402]

I hadn't thought of that, but it's a great idea.

[@barbaraking6980]

Yanis = 'The Mighty Atom',what a hard worker you are. . you are so keen to learn, you just take everything in your stride and just get on with it. 💪 Your family must be so proud ❤

[@katrinatardibono1235]

Love seeing this transformation! Have been waiting so see those bright original windows… just gorgeous!

[@debbiekasmar282]

Yanis is in beast mode....great job. Billy glad to see you back.

[@paulsackett3613]

Yanis seemed sad watching Billy doing demo. But he came to life once he started swinging his big hammer. He is "The Hammer of the Convent"!!!

[@sarah.n.v.thoren]

almost to 450k subs! send billy’s videos to all your friends, people, and ask them to ‘like’ and subscribe!!

[@thegirlatthebeach3221]

Those doors are beautiful! Stand them up connected as a room divider or sideways as a bannister/railing

[@Sisteryoda1440]

Let there be light!! The glass on those windows is beautiful with its wavy design. Excellent job guys 👍🏼!

[@traceyhammond6508]

Hope I get to visit this bar one day. Loving the transformation of this convent

[@theomaedgen7508]

You are all amazing. Thank you for posting the videos each day; I really love watching them. Keep up the great work!

[@nancyirwin3150]

Wow what a transformation that is! So much natural light.

[@denisewilkes7486]

Beautiful old glass in those windows, what a treasure!

[@LMB-vj4we]

And....let there be light! Wow! What a difference it made taking down the walls & doors covering the windows. Now, I can see how great this space is going to be as a bar with lots of light streaming in. Billy, you truly are a visionary 🤔.

[@Ragnar8504]

I commented recently that dust turns black at fairly low temperatures and the wall above that radiator is a perfect example. Warm air rises from the radiator and moves baked dust that's then deposited on the wall. The point of the glass might actually have been to divert the current of warm air away from the wall and reduce the amount of blackening. Old radiator systems ran flow temperatures of up to 90 C and that's easily enough to cause this kind of dust staining. The place where I work had some really bad examples until some recent paint work and I suspect the stains will return over time because the heating system is the same.

[@devisionhun]

I’m kinda more excited for Chez Yanis, than the library 😂😂 I guess I should reevaluate my hobbies and priorities… 🙈🤡

[@Wendys-World]

They would make lovely tables for the dinning room or bar if modified and lighted from underneath. Don't get rid of them, Billy! Don't do it, please.😢

[@aifresnofresno]

I’d love to see some stained glass behind the liquor display shelves ( bottle display racks), illuminated from behind.

[@lisajahn6839]

Super progress and episode! The glass in that window is beautiful! Thank you all! Be well, stay safe all. 🎉😊❤👍🥳

[@love_France]

Don't forget weekends are supposed to be family time Billy - your boys are only small once and it would be sad not to make memories with them and Gwen . . . And you mustn't wear yourself out. 😊

[@pamelawright1369]

Looks great so much lighter, thank you for sharing 😊

[@lindaboggess7634]

My suggestion for the stained glass windows is to put them as a focal point behind the bar with the premium liquors usually are. Then, light them from the back to show them off. It will make people look at the expensive stuff and maybe decide to try one. I know that sounds awful, but that is what is done in business. Look at your grocery store, retail store or hardware store. The name brand or more expensive items are at eye level or at the front of the store. It is all the same. It is merchandising!

[@mavep2855]

The revealed window is stunning and lets a lot of natural light in. Well done draining the water out of the radiators without ruining the floors. 🇨🇦❤️

[@jerryjacobson143]

Incorporate the stained glass panels in the back bar at Chez Yanis. Backlight the panels with dimmable LED’s.

[@KCSaves]

Utilize them in the bar or let Simon have them, please Billy. They are amazing. I want to see them again :)

[@ElaineCurry-mr8vy]

I bet Simon will like to have the stained glass windows. 😁😁😁

[@karenmorrison8112]

Agree with you Billy. Look lovely horizontal, gawdy upright. Yay Yannis. I come over just for a cocktail.

[@debshipard1664]

100% agree

[@karensinclair4189]

Had me cracking up at the speeded up Yanis Cam with its sound effects! Great job you two. Can’t wait to see the entire demolition in there.

[@lcg5790]

A couple of those stained glass doors supsended horizontally, illuminated and behind the bar would look awesome.

[@vivienanderson603]

I’m so pleased with how things are going for you Billy, but especially pleased to hear you’ve got a couple more years work at the convent. I love watching you all there but I’m sure after the convent you’ll find some other project to take on 🤞🏻

[@JuSutton]

Such a transformation taking the curve out - very well done both. Whilst a big task to remove all the curves the benefit will be remarkable in terms of light & space for the room and so much easier to plan a layout then.👍👍👍

[@Georgiamoon1916]

Absolutely beautiful stain glass panels ..hanging from chains in a large room With high ceilings they would be stunning ... Or a you noticed in the horizontal they are lovely ,,, a back drip To A Beautiful bar area with lighting behind is A Great idea

[@Tiger11383]

Yanis the destroyer. LOL. He swings that sledge hammer like Thor. LOL

[@ellenanthony8017]

We call that tool "The Precision Instrument". :)

[@SuperShell33]

The black marks on the wall above the radiators are from lit candles sitting on the glass shelf. Nice work men! 👏

[@amellenthin1]

You could backlight those doors and use them as wall panels somewhere in the convent. Or use them as built-in or closet doors in the new rooms.

[@Sally-jb3tt]

YANNIS ...YA LITTLE POCKET ROCKET... YOU NEED TO INVENT A NEW COCKTAIL AND CALL IT 'CRACK ON'!! LOTS OF LOVE FROM MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA..

[@lundworks9901]

Re-purpose the Skip & Go Naked Pink Lemonade. 3 cans of beer with a half pint of Vodka for 10 oz pink lemonade frozen concentrate. Stretch 3 beers to serve 5.

[@Thadius_Invictus]

That room is going to look AMAZING as a bar. I truly hope that Billy retains those unique iron Cross shaped windows, or replicates them in Oak. They do a fantastic job of representing the history of the building.

[@karenburrows9184]

You were right - lovely as those leaded glass doors were, they were not for that space. I didn't think they were either. LOVE the original windows and those frames - wow. Can't wait for more denouement.

[@RainboCatz-h9n]

They were correct for the period they were made in: probably 60s - 70s, but not for the convent.

[@labnurse1]

Such a beautiful window. Happy you uncovered it.

[@jeremyhallas2483]

Those stained glass windows would look amazing as a false ceiling somewhere in the convent, with lighting from above. It would be such a shame for them to leave the convent. I-m sure Michael would have some great ideas for how to make use of them.

[@judynail1690]

What a stunning bar backdrop it would be. Keep them!!

[@SuselLee]

Love it! ❤ I like what you're doing bringing the room back to its original form. It now looks grand, or it has the potential to look grand.

[@adriannecote5319]

Love that window…it lets so much light in! It is bigger than some of the other windows in the convent.

[@nicolinavincelli9369]

Amazing how much light comes through into the bar area. I would save the stain glass windows to use at the back of the bar (backsplash) or give it to Michael to use for his Greenhouse project, it would really nice there, or even just use a few pieces. Enjoy your day.

[@angelavan478]

In the US, those are vintage & probably worth $1500 a piece. FYI. Do you have a place that can sell them for you?

[@annebogardus4878]

Those windows are beautiful! Glad whoever changed that room didn't damage them. Yannis is such a hard worker! No doubt he'll be an awesome barman when the time comes. 😊

[@IDK_Mr.M]

Future reference. Don't lay stained glass down unsupported. Keep it upright.

[@julieholcombe7422]

I love the different trxtures of the original windows! Its ashame yhe stained glass panels are from a totally different era. They will make someone very happy though because they are beautiful!

[@willystanford]

Depending on the design of the bar seating, the stained glass windows could be used horizontally as alcove dividers.

[@carolnicholas7790]

Definitely use the glass panels in the bar please. It’s a part of its’ history. How great is Yanis on demolition. ❤️

[@brendathoms5588]

I would love to have them but I in Michigan ,it would make a very pretty out door area space you could have them divided too. So many ideas 👍

[@BillieOtero-qe1jq]

Horizontal like that they could be used as a divider of some sort.

[@cynthiapitts9814]

Maybe use them behind the bar with back lighting and put the booze and glassware shelfs in front of them. Call it the Chapel Bar.

[@AlastorYT]

The glass would look great on top of a dividing wall between the bar and a seating area next to the windows, they will also help mitigate sound when people are conversing.

[@SweetOne.]

Ed and Anna might have use for one of panes? Ed was looking for a frame I think for the front door. What a big difference in the light, I can't wait to see the rest of the window's opened up.

[@margaretkassa5502]

Yes, as a back drop for the bar or on the ceiling with indirect lighting to create subdued lighting.

[@lindak8664]

Can’t tell you how glad i am you took those stained glass doors off. They were skilfully made but they don’t suit you’ve already achieved. (Which was me trying to come up with a polite way of saying they’re bloody ugly!) they looked very 70’s, along with the way that skirting was constructed, I wonder if that’s about when the nuns changed that room. It looks so much nicer now with the original window 😊

[@joycemichelin250]

Chey Yanis! Seriously??? That’s marvelous 😊😊😊❤

[@leolawheeler]

They would make a beautiful screen

[@deniseroe5891]

Send them to Ryan, maybe Nick! They are beautiful. I think railings for the library would be nice.

[@tjsmith2748]

Those would be perfect behind the bar with lights behind

[@meganhall1306]

Nice Sunday treat to watch another vlog, thanks Billy, Yanis and Alex xxx💕💕💕

[@SusanJane-d4s]

That window is beautiful - it will look amazing when they are all revealed

[@lhmcd5538]

I love the those stained glass doors. If I could I would come and get them but I think as I live in Sydney it’s a bit far. I think Simon would adore them. The opened window look wonderful. I like the glass in the window as well. The light that now shines in really makes a difference. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩.

[@JaxonsDd007]

😊 yea save the doors.. I will claim them 😊❤😊 I have loved them since you bought the place.. 🥰😍🥰 I will be there soon😊

[@JaxonsDd007]

I can make a cool space in the attic with them❤ put them in the middle apartment bottom storage..❤

[@jenniferkelly2984]

You should make the front of your bar with it and light it up at the back, it would look amazing

[@jeffashley5512]

Great episode and the transformation is amazing. I had an idea of why the black streaks above the glass shelves. The shelves would funnel higher heat to the corners and might carbonize any substance on the wall or even the shelf brackets. Over years cleaning products or even dust accumulation might carbonize and blacken. Just an idea. Well done Billy and Yanis. Blessed Be from Tennessee. )O(

[@lisarobertson7011]

great to see the original window - what a beauty

[@gordonulrickson3626]

I agree with others the stained glass panels in the doors could be reworked they are much nicer horizontally than vertically and might look nice back-lit behind the bar. The glass panels could be removed from the doors and worked into an oak or iron frame to fit the space behind the bar. I can't wait to see the room with all the windows opened up it is going too be so much bigger and brighter. I am also looking forward to seeing the doorway opposite the chapel opened as it also appears to be a small archway .

[@lornanorris1363]

The texture in that clear glass is beautiful 👍

[@wgdg4839]

Glass shelves in front of the colorful lighted stained glass with liquor bottles on them would be nice.

[@hollym-hopefilledhistory]

How incredible Chez Yanis is going to be! We cannot wait to see all that will be accomplished with this project. Billy and Yanis, you should be ever so proud of all you accomplished! Be safe and take care and know that you're always in our prayers. May the Lord bless you and keep you always🙏

[@s.l.cruson8744]

The windows are gorgeous!