HOW I RENOVATED AN ANCIENT ABANDONED HOUSE // 🛠️ Full DIY How-To Process

[@NateMurphy]

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[@nissmoguy]

the original house was patched together by a colony of squirrels? squirrels can build?

[@decorlifewithyasmineseif889]

Hi Nate! I am an interior designer, and I would like to email you. would you send your email. Thanks

[@NateMurphy]

@@decorlifewithyasmineseif889 its on the about page of my channel

[@lexi6693]

thank you Nate. This is really inspiring

[@Nairuulagch]

Thank you for this great lesson watched whole thing!

[@AGermanMan]

Before watching this I considered myself a very handy guy, capable of taking on lots of home projects. After watching this - my projects are the equivalent of changing a lightbulb. Amazing work - thanks for sharing.

[@prashanthb6521]

LOL, I too thought the same.

[@boyardengels]

THIS!!! 100%

[@MeTreesndirt]

He is quite astonishing this wiry little guy.

[@frannelk]

Hahahahaha 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@pfinniganallen]

And he does all this in flip flops! I’m suspicious 🤨

[@muhammadabdulrouf3353]

Bro is a builder, electrician, welder, architect, painter, roofer, cabler. Bro is everything 💪🔥

[@giovannifoulmouth7205]

Bro is basically Superman.

[@kevinguliekiewhuo]

Tiler, youtuber, restoler... 😅

[@PascualSeba]

I didn't think that I'd watch an entire hour of a house renovation, having watched several renovations videos lately. But damn, this hooked me immediately. The filming, the editing, the commentary, the right ammount of footage to not make it tedious to watch. And the house ended up looking beautiful, with every detail. As an architect, I truly loved it. Congratulations and now it's time to enjoy it. Greetings from Argentina.

[@hiitstechsupport1100]

Agreed! One of the best reno videos I’ve come across!

[@coeurviegirl]

me too, so cosy diner time movie style, excellent

[@billy4148]

Three hooked fish not bad, great video.

[@gezellige_poes967]

Indeed! When I saw the video was just over an hour, I thought, Nah,... Then I got inexplicably caught up!

[@ricardosoto722]

I echo the comments. I got hooked and watched the entire reno. Amazing job!

[@Eehey33]

This work is so underrated. better than any HGTV series. calling you a jack of all trades is simply understatement. new subscriber today.

[@robjkearley]

I feel exhausted, inadequate, and FULL of admiration watching this. Epic.

[@TomBTerrific]

What he said!

[@agabrielrose]

The only thing I don't have that this dude has is a shit ton of money

[@janel4582]

You and me both Rob!

[@janel4582]

@@agabrielrose Or a good bank loan :-)

[@snrdomino8814]

@@agabrielrose ,much of the cost would be labour which he supplied himself. He recycled items found on the property and had the help of friends. Yes it required cash but the bulk of the transformation was came about by Nate’s sheer physical hard work and determination. Well done Nate you should be very proud of your house, it’s amazing!

[@lorchid23]

It’s amazing to see someone choose to breathe new life into an old home, instead of razing it and starting over from the ground, up. Even though doing so, and doing it correctly, may have been MORE work. You did an amazing job - the house is gorgeous!

[@NateMurphy]

Thank you, yes, working with funny shapes and old stuff is an added challenge! But worth it! :)

[@mmareviewer.2372]

I thought it was an old stone mud hut build 20 years ago... in a very very ancient and primitive way :/

[@edwardmurphy2603]

@@NateMurphy, I hope all is well! the house looks great !!! I am not too far from you, literally a village over. I am half English, half Spanish. and funnily enough my surname is also Murphy. I should note I have been coming up here for the past 24 years haha would be great to meet up at some point for a drink. I am also curios to hear your refurb story in person. kind regards Edward

[@NateMurphy]

@@edwardmurphy2603 sure, hit me up on insta nate_murphy1

[@михаилмихалыч-с3о]

Смотрю 5 раз, из-за красоты природы и окон с балконом 👍👍👍👍

[@808v1]

this was the best diy restore of an old building (any building actually) I've seen. The running commentary, editing and filming were spot on. Really enjoyed it. Thank you and enjoy your new home for years to come :)

[@NateMurphy]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@2nickles647]

What an awesome home❤❤

[@jahnavisingh1015]

Imagine his children watching their father build their home one day. This is amazing!

[@dashingdave2665]

I was thinking the same thing! Reminds me a bit of my grandparents old place! Hi from Australia!

[@loisbruce]

Great video and what a stunning home you've created! Perfect filming - sensible, factual commentary with no hysteria or swearing. Well done Nate.

[@RustyCas999]

I’ve built a large house and renovated houses for each of our daughters, but I was simply overwhelmed by the scope of work Nate took on here. I think back now, “How the hell did I do all that?” As Nate says, “work hard every day and just keep moving forward.”

[@jg6579]

I think this will be the fourth time I've watched this and am still fascinated by the amount of skill and high quality workmanship accomplished by someone with no previous experience. Stunning results.

[@vraalten]

Damn! You''ve got some serious building skills , endurance! and lots of creativity! Great result!

[@ianthomas739]

I've renovated two houses in the last two years and unless you've ever tried to do this sort of thing it's hard to appreciate the effort and commitment needed to complete. Nate is better than me, and most of us, and i take my hat off to him. The end result is brilliant and he's gonna be proud of his achievement for the rest of his life

[@ManjMau]

I bought a property in Spain not long ago that has two small ruined single story buildings. I am excited and scared of all the work involved but after watching this and seeing that it just takes time and small steps at a time with a little planning and help it should be doable even to someone with no engineering or construction experience. Thanks for posting this video!

[@AL-PAKA]

have you done a video then?

[@brofessormex]

Just get started. It never stops. It is expensive. It's also a great hobby.

[@87minicooper]

Dude, you worked sooooo incredibly hard. MASSIVE amounts of respect. You may be proud of your wonderful home. Loved every second of it, and I know the total editing is a job on itself. Taught us a lot, many thanks 👏🏻

[@Itsaboutthewaterlife]

Well said.

[@120Livi]

Loved watching this, think it's the longest video I've ever watched on KZbin. Looks fab!

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks!

[@Tim-57]

I agree...sincerely🙂

[@jota3732]

For someone who had little or no building experience you pulled it out of the bag I love watching these better than most action films these days . Well done on what you’ve achieved hope you enjoy living in it 🙏👍

[@mohammedsheikh9479]

Must say that this renovation is at another level, beyond the imagination of ordinary builders.

[@amandaleroux4508]

The guy who built this house is a genius, I take my hat off to you, what a excellent job you have done

[@unsortedguy]

This was so extremely enjoyable and exciting to watch 😍

[@garycraig7002]

We

[@armaliteman2619]

You sound like a girl

[@pmn8081]

I agree

[@skinwalker_]

I renovated my first house when I was 25 and I have never wanted to do it again until watching this. What an amazing job and result.

[@NateMurphy]

Haha.. at least you know what you are getting in to!

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

Getting that huge beam up on the top was amazing. The whole this is amazing. One of the best documented DIY videos I have ever seen. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@NateMurphy]

Ahh thanks Katherine! :))

[@jons4686]

I want to know where you find friends like that? Beer alone can not buy them

[@NateMurphy]

@@jons4686 Climbing mates 👍👍

[@svenangelov]

@@NateMurphy Oh that’s why you’re not afraid of heights

[@danl7944]

@@jons4686 especially minute 3:58

[@bmhollie]

Nothing as rewarding as a job well done !

[@gruvgortgage4642]

I can't imaging many earthy things more satisfying than living in a house that you breathed new life into like that with a year or perseverance and hard work!

[@bullpaxton2001]

Absolutely killed this build. I love how you worked with the old building and kept key elements but gave it all the modern comfort and convenience.

[@sjones4668]

I watched the whole thing. The dust, the wiring, holding my breath while they dangled on the roof. It's simply lovely. Enjoy!

[@ZNMelowLeloNeka]

my word!! he knocks those walls with so much confidence that the roof wont come tumbling down

[@bradfordgoerss3242]

Dude! I am currently remodelling a 90m2 apartment in Valencia and I am just in awe at how you did this. Just amazing and an amazing amount of work. I was getting a bit overwhelmed with my project, but after seeing this, you have completely inspired me to keep going. Wonderful. Simply wonderful. Congratulations to you!

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks man, good luck with the rest of your project!

[@gilitrwanganretiree]

Brilliant! A long video but I certainly never got bored. Love how you have finished everything. Thank you.

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks Ginette! Glad you enjoyed the film!

[@ScoobieDee]

what a project and achievement.. I thought doing my van conversion was hard enough... respect man!!

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks Darren!

[@lindacarruthers3423]

How complicated everything was . No skimping on creature comforts.If that house could speak what a story it could tell , and its story is far from over . What a brilliant job , and may your lives do the house justice until you are no more .❤

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks!

[@cps5698]

Hugely impressive undertaking! One suggestion regarding your dinning table; if you had a low, Asian style table with legless chairs it would open the interior space, and really take advantage of the view out that massive window/door. Imagine sitting at floor level over a candle lit dinner, gazing out and up at that mountain overarched by a beautiful evening sky.

[@isitreal79]

The renovation is amazing but I really appreciate the way you recorded and compiled the story. Hope you both enjoy the fruits of your labour for many years to come.

[@rosemaryhoffman4115]

Oh my god what an amazing results with lots of hard work into this new build, out of an old sad abandon home, I am sure your parents are so proud of you both working together with the other friends and family. One great job 💝💝💝🤗

[@sidharthdash19]

i was just awe stuck when you managed to lift the wooden beam without any machine, just human power. lots of respect

[@jg6579]

This will now be the fourth time I've watched this from beginning to end and I'm still as amazed as I was the first time! Such a beautiful end result in the most gorgeous setting. You must be so proud.

[@NateMurphy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jay

[@RandomYTStuff]

Oh yeah, that's months' hard work condensed in an hour...feels so good at the end.

[@lindawoods7948]

So you aren't just a pretty face commentator. Awesome job. Wonderful design taste. Enjoyed watching all the actual work. When you did the solar and electrical did you have previous experience? You put so much thought into how everything would work. I hope you have a wonderful time living in your masterpiece.

[@RandomYTStuff]

@@lindawoods7948 thank you

[@krisztinarozsos710]

What a wonderful job you guys did. Congratulations! It was such a pleasure watching this renovation come along. Beautifully done! 👏

[@alpal6300]

My heart was in my mouth half the time I was watching this amazing and wonderful reno, for fear Nate was going to fall off the roof or balcony or ladder he was standing on. But no, he is sure footed, creative, hard working and persevering. What a wonderful job. Thank you for a stellar video- so great to have your thought processes as well as to see this magical transformation.

[@NateMurphy]

Glad you enjoyed it! A

[@ianwilkinson4602]

What an organised mind you have, it was great to watch you work, visualising each step as you went, it was bordering on genius. Well done on everything, and good luck with everything you do in the future. It would have been a pleasure to have been involved with a project like this. Cheers.

[@NateMurphy]

Cheers Ian!

[@patriziaarroyo5976]

AMAZING ACCOMPLISHMENT!!!

[@StaleCookies]

Gorgeous part of the world. Hard work pays off. Also great it blends in with the village.

[@Bastillius]

That King beam installation was a massive demonstration of people POWER!

[@charlie9901]

Nate .... what a fantastic job you have done.!!! The views are spectacular and the home you have created is superb. I got nervous a few times watching you and your friends on the roof with no security. Well done. I loved watching this process of rebuilding and restoration.

[@hannahmcfarlane2306]

I felt so excited and happy for you at the end of this that I had a happy tear! Thank you for documenting this experience. I can't imagine the logistics were easy, especially through Covid. You have managed to salvage a historic building, giving it soul and new life with all the modern amenities you could need, so that it will last for many generations to come. I am truly inspired and grateful you filmed this. Thank you and enjoy the fruits of your labour

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks! Yes covid made logistics pretty annoying! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@diegocatano3222]

I have nothing but respect for you sir! amazing video beautiful home and quite the monumental work you did Congratulations!

[@caddyzig]

What an amazing job you did! I’m so happy to relive the highlights and see the finished product. After you live in it for a full year, I hope you’ll follow up with how all your energy saving features turned out to work. Thanks so much for documenting your hard work. It’s been SUCH a pleasure to follow along!

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks John! Appreciate you watching & commenting!

[@mindknowlogy9302]

Yes, I would like to see that follow-up as well.

[@alit7313]

This is one of the most inspiring videos I’ve watched in such a long time. Amazing

[@FatherMathew]

I’m so happy youtube recommended this to me. Didn’t even realise this was over an hour long until 45 minutes in 😅

[@iangamble7119]

Incredible Nate. This video is a great example of KZbin at its best; informative, democratized TV. I doff my cap.

[@NateMurphy]

Cheers Ian!

[@GM-ul6zc]

Nate your parent must be so proud of you,,,, to say that was an amazing job is an understatement,,,, well done

[@lorrainereeves4466]

I find it mind boggling that Nate absorbed something like a Readers Digest Handyman book and then virtually single handed was able to undertake competently so many trade skills that collectively would take years to learn and master.

[@Tim-57]

@@husher5142 42:00 is not a sink...

[@husher5142]

@@Tim-57 what is it then

[@Tim-57]

@@husher5142 You criticize his work, give an example of what a pro would not do, then ask me what the item is? Look at the time stamp.

[@husher5142]

@@Tim-57 did you read my comment, because I did ..

[@SolitaireNZ]

@@husher5142 it's the piping for the hot water tank.

[@-elektryx-5248]

You two are absolutely incredible. That whole video was so inspiring for me to do more work myself. Such an amazing result in the end with a stunning home. Well done 👌

[@legrandeileen4863]

Awesome. A dream house. Enjoy it. You deserve it. Bravo. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤

[@redbeardaroundtheworld3222]

You did an amazing Job! Crazy how much work you put into the project. And also to make a Video of only 1 hour is definitely another accomplishment! Congrats and enjoy

[@shallamac8208]

My goodness …. You are amazing in your knowledge and constant persistence through out the project ! Well done and beautiful house ! All the happiness to you and yr family !

[@YouDoYouShields]

Well done! I especially loved the “life lessons” learned at the end. You really do learn them “again and again”.

[@lokiwun]

Masterclass in commitment, tenacity, conscientiousness and the exercise of more skills than it's reasonable for one man to have. Congratulations Maestro. Have a standing ovation.

[@NateMurphy]

thanks 🙏🤘

[@thedapilar-pineda6239]

Yes, "it's looking like a house." I love how you modernized the whole house. It's incredible work! Now you can sleep for a whole year and you more than deserve it.

[@StatesMusic]

modernizing it was disgusting to be honest. Now it looks like any other north american home LOL. No “ancient” remnants.. Whatever, his style, not my home.

[@BreakerOneNine07]

@@StatesMusic Hmmmm...I kind of disagree with you. Yes he modernized, but I think he did a good job of keeping it's old charm. If you are turning something into your permanent home, you're gonna want to make it as energy efficient as possible and sorry but, that meant quite a bit of changes were necessary. A lot of it looked like it needed to be knocked down and put back up, for safety reasons alone.

[@StatesMusic]

@@BreakerOneNine07 Right, thats fine, but I dont see any ancient aspects besides 20 peaking rocks, got clickbaited hard. And since when was ancient like 80-200 years old But my word choice of disgusting was an exaggeration, was just surprised lol

[@subspaceanomaly]

@@StatesMusic would you have kept all the internal walls, and had 15 small rooms instead? This was a cheap and not masterful building that would most likely have been knocked down, I was impressed they kept so much of it

[@donquixote1950]

Congratulations on a job well done! Beautiful home! “DIY” to a whole new level.

[@relaxedboy1]

well done, you succeeded not only in renovating an old house, but also in to making a short concentration spanned person watch the whole 1 hour video without skipping a second. Lots of succes and love, from me ;)

[@jordiperezmirada6454]

Buenos dias es la primera vez que escribo algo en youtube, pero la verdad lo que has hecho es de un merito extraordinario,espero que disfruteis del nido que habeis contruido, un saludo cordial

[@NateMurphy]

¡Gracias por tu comentario! Me alegra que hayas disfrutado el vídeo.

[@kalki5748]

The love and shear will you put to build this house is amazing, i have seen only few people who love to do their own things.this house is a showcase of your creativity and love, till the end of it. Hope it lasts till your grandchildren's and have them look up to you in awe

[@MeTreesndirt]

Then he sells it. Well , he went back to his tiny little van anyway.

[@trishwood711]

I love being reminded that you DO NOT need to be seasoned to be clever! Congratulations on a wonderful renovation . So proud of the work you have done and the way that you did it. #fullrespect

[@chrishealy2061]

I’ve been rehabbing houses for years. Love the show. The rehab was done very well and is high quality. Very nice.

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks Chris!

[@monicapedro9462]

Wow very beautiful view have your house! You did a great job!👏👏👏

[@NateMurphy]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@ghostfive7119]

I usually work on 120y.o. Homes and have a good understanding of building construction knowledge to make things work and be functional, but this here was a gem to watch. The pinnacle of learning and adapting to almost undoable situations which many would walk away from, and just about out of my comfort, great job on the build!

[@MrDecaliostro]

You’ve done an amazing job! It was quite a hard job to match interior to that immaculate surroundings.

[@mikemmikem2758]

Absolutely beautiful. Seeing this from beginning to end was a treat for the eyes. Well done young man. Well done! Great video. Thank you.

[@coolhodgepodge5778]

I don't even know you but I am proud of you. You will be grateful for your home for many years and feel good about the good job you have done. God bless.

[@miriammaldonado7296]

Totally amazing team work, it reflects the personality of the older house blended with modern ideas and concepts. Mainly without compromising the natural and simplicity aspect with the surrounding area... Lots of hard work, for a minute I thought they were experts! #2023 ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@mikegilyeat3213]

Kudos Nate! Huge project, coupled with the immense, continuous learning curve. Well done! Retaining the old, blending with modern.

[@lynnegunn3478]

A great achievement, rather good format to see work completed so quickly even if it wasn’t for you. There is nothing ‘basic’ about your work!!!

[@2nickles647]

When you guys hauled the heavy timber for the main roof beam reminded me when I was helping build my son's house. We called in support and like you. We heaved and puffed and got it set.

[@hassannouami5674]

I like how you use your foot for sanding the wood, work smart not hard haha, I love you're new house creation and enjoyed watching all the video..

[@NateMurphy]

I think my shoulders were so tired at the time!

[@angeladavis7081]

You did a beautiful job on your home. Be very proud of a job well done. Thank you for sharing this experience with us.

[@mariedriskell8752]

YOU ARE SOOO MUCH MORE THAN I THOUGHT. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ❤ YOU REDESIGN! It's shows that you can do anything. Enjoy your new home 🏡

[@NateMurphy]

thanks Marie!

[@annroberts5965]

I am blowed away. Some of the precarious heights you worked, make me hold my breath. Putting the water heater through what look like a open window-with an unstable chair and on an extension ladder working under the eves!!!!!!! I much say I am impressed. Incredible job and beautiful results. Ann from Va. USA 🇺🇸

[@gailordroberts]

After seeing the fab and final walk through video, I decided to explore your work some more. Found this one. Wow. How big was this task?! Great film and video production too. Amazing achievement. Very impressed and am inspired to not be afraid to take on, what I perceive as complicated projects. Again, congratulations, you two. 😊

[@NateMurphy]

Thank you Gail! Appreciate your kind words! :)

[@Sazwaz2009]

Beautiful restoration and rescue of an old home ❤️ definitely a proud moment for you when you finished it, considering you weren't an expert. Well done 👏

[@matthewwindisch9449]

Absolutely beautiful! Very impressive work ethic!!! I will honestly think of this video every time I think I’ve taken on a project that’s to big. Inspiring!

[@krimson-moon]

The most beautiful Reno I have seen yet on KZbin

[@carcamp]

Nate! Truly amazing talent exhibited here.....from the time and energy placed into recording // editing this video to the work produced! Thanks for sharing this with the world!

[@xRaiderz]

never have i watched an hour long video without skipping parts until now, it was really enjoyable watching the whole process. thank you for sharing, you’ve truly made it into a beautiful home. i can’t imagine how much money you’ll make on it.

[@flowerphotos6440]

Wow super cool, amazing work and so great to see older houses become new again. Well done.

[@pinkvelvet3865]

The mountain is so beautiful. You did a very good job in renovating your new house! You have so much patience emptying those old foods from the bottle.

[@420pitstopcustoms8]

Amazing video, I have taken on a few projects myself and the knowledge and tools you acquire is amazing. You have done a great job on this renovation and documenting it so well. Great video..

[@hallenw]

I’ve watched all the individual episodes and this synopsis is awesome! You’re very talented. You could easily be a general contractor, hiring subs to do the actual work while you plan all the details and keep on plan. The place came out fantastic! The balcony and the view is undoubtedly your favorite bit. ❤️

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks for watching and the kind comment!

[@joannebarton9191]

This was the most amazing transformation I have ever seen! Half way through the video, I was like “dude, just tear it all down and build new”! Lol

[@cheswick617]

I've remodeled two homes by myself...but Nothing I did came close to what you did...I totally rewired one and put in a media room, laundry room and bathroom...but nothing was like what you just did. OUTSTANDING!

[@jere5555]

It’s wonderful you took an old abandoned building, and through imagination, innovation, and hard work transformed it into a beautiful home. 👍🏼❤️👍🏼

[@dan3619]

'.... usual life lessons that consistent work pays off, that big tasks are pretty easy if you just work hard every day and that things are not actually as complicated as they seem once you get stuck into them... also that my friends and neighbours are pretty awesome...' Great words of Inspiration +++

[@onetonmantis]

Beautiful! Preserving characteristics of the original structure is the cherry on top of an amazing renovation.

[@neilrook2565]

Fabulous job my friend. As an English 'dodgy builder' I was in awe of the task you undertook. Bravo and good luck in your new home.

[@NateMurphy]

Thanks Neill 🤘

[@KernowHill]

Very impressed with all the skills you acquired during the renovation and enjoyed watching your journey through the video. If your main work ends, at least you will never go hungry with the skills you gained from this build. Just hoping that you removed all the slags from from all the welds you laid down with the stick / arc ( slag being the black crust on the weld as it cools ) as condensation can collect between the weld and slag causing it to rust over time. Only have one hair to split; Cement is a bonding component that's mixed with sand to create Mortar. Mortar bonds stone, bricks or blocks to build a wall or render and can be used as a floor screed. Cement mixed with aggregate makes concrete. Sorry but that was something that gets drummed into students at building colleges as cement wont work on its own without sand or aggregate. One thing that I didn't know about and am interested in finding out more, was the damp air extraction circulating system you installed. And I was very pleased to see you used the original roof tiles to finish the roof off, proper nice!

[@matejac1108]

Well done mate, I'm really happy for you. And thank you for showing all the massive amount of work you put in. Blessings!

[@robertchambers5821]

I can't recall watching a build, of anything, for over an hour and enjoying every minute. What a wonderful home you've created. Congratulations.

[@latoyawalsh4018]

I have watched a lot of renovation videos and trust me, only a handful of them finished project looked as attractive as yours. I love your decor, it's beautiful. I'm happy you didn't choose those really ugly tiles or floorings and your lighting and paint are spot on. Really compliments each other. ❤❤

[@NateMurphy]

thanks Latoya!