I'm moving into an abandoned institution

I'm moving into an abandoned institution - let the makeover begin because there's looots to do before this is going to feel like a home. I hope that you are excited about this new series of videos on my channel.
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[@shelleyjacobs2563]

Remember to change ALL THE LOCKS on the house. No telling who still has keys to the house.

[@soupafleye]

seriously. looks like this house was home to a lot of young people just kinda bumming it or couch surfing

[@michellebyrom6551]

It must have been a care home for adolescents. The office having the only upstairs carpet is a dead giveaway. The balcony to supervise the garden discreetly would have been useful. Also for listening to residents conversations in the outdoor sheltered space. Yes, I worked in an Irish unit a long time ago.

[@alicee3670]

@@soupafleye no she says it was an institution which means it would have been either for young people in care or people with mental health issues.

[@flybywire5866]

Absolutely, first thing to do

[@amandinemanddyna2705]

'' Shelley Jacobs''. Woow I am impressed by your smart advice. For sure, she have not thought about it.

[@elizabethcasey3219]

Keep that big dining room table! You could use that somewhere. Maybe even outside for a garden/work bench. Or inside for folding/sorting clothes, etc.

[@EliseBuch]

It's a good table so we'll sell and it use the money to renovate ❤

[@CynthiaRothschild]

DEAREST ELISE , HELLO . CONGRATULATIONS TO YOUR NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME . SO HAPPY FOR YOU . YOU ARE TRULY BLESSED . ENJOY YOUR NEW HOME ELISE

[@CynthiaRothschild]

DEAREST ELISE , HELLO . MY ADVICE FOR YOU . BEFORE ANYTHING ELSE , TAKE CARE OF THAT " MOLDED CEILING , " BEFORE IT STARTS TO SPREAD FURTHER . LOOK FOR ANY " WATER LEAKS FROM THE ROOF AND SIDE WALLS . " MOLDS " CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH AND DESTROY YOUR HOME . AND PLEASE DON'T WAIT TOO LONG TO DO THIS . GET A " PROFESSIONAL MOLD REMOVER COMPANY . " OKAY . JUST TRYING TO HELP YOU .

[@EliseBuch]

@@CynthiaRothschild Thank you!

[@sachaknight1414]

Congratulations on the new home! I also like that large table, it looks so solid and substantial. I could see it covered in a mosaic of broken vintage floral pottery and ceramic bits grouted in a pastel colour to make it more characterful.

[@teresahennes6502]

Don't get rid of things too fast. Especially shelves and storage. It may come in handy. The house will be gorgeous when you are done with it. Take your time and enjoy the the proccess

[@buickinvicta288]

I agree. Desks, shelves etc can all be used in the studio.

[@Moon.Meadow]

Yes i came here to comment this, the storage is not something to take for granted in this house, they can always paint it what ever color they want so that it doesn’t look so medical.

[@Justme-mt9zn]

Agreed

[@makemecry6604]

That dinner table looks like real wood tables like that can be very expensive she should keep it

[@mountainviewvintage386]

I agree that big table looks like butcher block!..must not be though

[@beawild]

Before you tear down walls you should consult with a structural engineer to make sure that it's not a weight bearing wall. You don't want to compromise the structural integrity of the house.

[@AmyDeweve]

That's definitely not a supporting wall, no engineer needed to see that. If it was brick I would agree

[@nelliebly6616]

You can always put in an iron beam,for support😁

[@annettelacey7913]

Think they'd know that stuff,just cause she didnt say it,🤣

[@renee72]

Sad to hear the brick is being covered. It looks in lovely shape and original. Also, not sure if you are thinking of painting any of it definitely read up on that first because over time paint destroys brick because the brick and mortar can no longer breathe like it needs to so it can start to crumble.

[@mountainviewvintage386]

Agreed! The natural red is great. Brick looks worse with layers of paint over it

[@liviutza08]

YESS! The red brick makes it special in my opinion! It goes so well with the green of the outdoors 🤩 Maybe they will change their minds 😊

[@catlady4977]

Don't change all the doors. They look like old "mirrordoors" , that they just put something over. I almost made that mistake myself a few years back. Looking forward to see you fix the house.

[@helenpetersen7174]

That giant table would be a great work table/packing table, it is the best looking thing left. Congratulations on your new home. Looking forward to seeing what it becomes. :D

[@deannarose2424]

all that abandoned furniture and stuff is gonna make someone at a thrift store, facebook marketplace, ect ect, very happy!!! Sometimes people need utilitarian stuff when they're just getting started, or someone setting up a simple office. i imagine you might be able to sell some of it at decent prices even! its gonna be weird getting rid of the personal items. I wonder if the realtor can connect with the people who left the stuff there? Like hey...want your bike? your clothes?? that guitar? some of that stuff seemed really sad to leave behind. or maybe its lost with time, and maybe they'll come across their stuff at a thrift store and be like omg I remember that ahhahaha

[@lynzyrisingsun]

Don’t throw out that dining room table!! It’s so beautiful

[@gingerbordeaux9055]

Be careful tearing out walls. Make sure it’s not a load bearing structure. If so you’ll need to install a beam to take the weight so the floor above it doesn’t collapse! Looking forward to seeing the makeover!

[@shirleyshannon8131]

You should keep the dining table. It would be beautiful refinished or painted!!

[@Nannahd]

I agree! It would be such a shame if they just got rid of it.

[@abacus299]

The round window, the curved staircase, the glazed doors... the house has beautiful bones and no doubt you will dress it beautifully. So excited for you and your partner. The adventure begins!

[@JR-kz2xn]

Oh my...please don't cover up that beautiful brick. 😒She looks so stately, authentic and grand in stature as is. Love it.

[@toniam.2080]

It's fake brick.

[@pitchycastle]

I would definitely keep that massive wooden table. It's a perfect work table, big and sturdy.. that would be great for the BW headquarters!

[@iknowwheremysparkis]

ELISE!!! This is another so so SO exciting adventure. I love watching you transform spaces. Congratulations, I wish you would the best and I can't wait to join you on this journey!

[@ShannyInSaNiTy]

Wow, I have soooo many questions. Wondering what will happen with the boutique & the cottage, why you guys choose such a large space. Perhaps a nice price since it was abandoned, or perhaps so you could have enough room to close the boutique & store all your products. We’re gonna need a Q&A video! This to me is such a big project, but what I’ve learned from watching your videos is that you can do anything you put your mind to. You are such a driven person & I can’t wait to see what you do with the space! :)

[@EliseBuch]

okay, I'll just make a post to garther questions under the community tab 🥰

[@serenityjane72]

You have realised my dream, buying an abandoned house. This is superb and not even creepy. I feel that the teenagers who lived there were really happy, it has a good vibe about it. Can't wait to see how you renovate it!

[@melissarye8156]

This is awfully modern and clean. Couldnt have been abandoned for that long, or that old for that matter.

[@Chalize]

ikr, i was surprised how clean and modern this place looked. I expected way worse when i read "abandoned" house

[@TheCornDavis]

Crazy to see what was left behind. People lived their lives there and had stories to tell there. Them leaving and not taking everything is a story in and of itself

[@alioflos7052]

Whooa Elise, what an amazing find! Congrats on the big decisions and an even BIGGER house hehe! I would love to know more about how you found the place, what it means exactly that it was abandoned as it seemed like a lot of stuff was left behind (including some personal things) by the previous owners which is quite uncommon in the UK. Looking forward to the renovation content! So thrilled for you!

[@SonetLandman]

Patience is a virtue. You have waited, sometimes you felt frustrated that the perfect home just did not come along and look what you have found!!! So happy for you both. 💕

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

Watch out for that fake account!

[@xLiviPoox]

I think that big table in the living room could be used in the basement for your business! Would work great for packing purposes!

[@mountainviewvintage386]

Yes! Would kinda be silly to get rid of a great big table

[@chh1302]

I cannot wait to see the videos and transformation of this interesting house. What kind of institution was it? Would you do a Q&A about the house and the move? I'm very interested to hear more :)

[@pitchycastle]

It sounds like a sort of social institution. Probably teenagers from difficult households, who are too young to be emancipated.. so they have social workers always supervising and giving guidance. It's different from an orphanage because the parents aren't completely out of the picture. My cousing works in one of those, so that's what it sounds like to me.. but let's see what she says. It's crazy they left all of that stuff behind.

[@chucky6367]

Elise mentioned teenagers living there, it could have been a place for troubled teenagers perhaps? It looks totally different to what l thought, institution made me think of a madhouse lol

[@JoJoTarz]

love to know the history of this building! nevertheless, I would sage it to clear out old stagnant energies. 🤗 can't wait to see what you guys create here ☺

[@audrab27]

Me also

[@Jencifer13]

Sage is not for clearing; it is for drawing in energies.

[@lisahawes5329]

Keep the dinning room table, if you don’t want it in the house you could use it outside as a potting table or something else. Love the round windows. Can’t wait to see what you do, so much potential. Amazing property full of character. The artistic juices are flowing. Congratulations 🥳 x

[@jeri7881]

That table is amazing. I have no idea why you would want to get rid of it. If I wasn't all the way over here in the USA, I would love to have it. So very happy for you that you have finally found your home. I can only imagine how your going to transform the gardens.

[@bluegirl777]

This is not what I was expecting when I saw the outside of the institution. It is actually quite modern and lovely as it is! Also Keep That Dining Table!! It's amazing!!

[@cherylewing8894]

If one likes living in a government institution 🤦‍♀️😂

[@kkuehn8]

@@cherylewing8894 Living in Danish gov't institution is a lot better than some places here in the states! :) My sister lives in the most gorgeous place in DK for people with special needs. They treat their people AMAZINGLY WELL!!!

Congratulations both of you! This house has so much potential. I’m %100 sure you’re gonna make it very pretty and cozy space. Can’t wait to watch all the adventure. 🌝🌼💐🌻🥳🥰🧡

[@RachelTeeKae]

When I was from around 9 years old to about 13 years old we lived in an old church house and it was so much fun. Some of my best memories because it was incredibly unique. Congratulations.

[@EliseBuch]

Sounds amazing ❤

[@annettemurielle]

Oh! Elise! I'm so happy for you! What a lot of potential this house has and what a wonderful time you're going to have making it your dream home. Blessings! Blessings! Blessings!

[@madelinemarrero4672]

Congratulations to you and your boyfriend!!! So happy for you guys. Can't wait to see what you create. Don't throw the stuff away you should sell it on FB marketplace. The house and property is fabulous 💝

[@chantellucky4565]

Please BLESS 🙏🏻 this property inside and out, each room and corners. Clear the energy of old before you actually move in and also bless it after moved in, then THANK the house with love and protection from this day forward that you are in it to call it home. ❤️

[@smthngred]

Congratulations, Elise! I don't think this house could have found better custodians - it's so nice to know you'll be doing your best to pay homage to what the original was while making it a cosy living space. I am super excited to see watch all the renovations!

[@hrafnhilduraldansdottir2983]

This is so cool! I would love to find somewhere like this to live. How amazing is that history?? And look at how cool the building actually is!!! Don’t mind me, I’m just dying over here 😍 it’s going to be so fun to see what you do with it!

[@jenniferbates7656]

Yes keep dining table as work bench in your basement for sending out stock orders great potential glad you have found your new home 🏡

[@lucymumford6144]

This is amazing Elise. Can't wait to see what magic you do with the renovations. Congratulations to you both xxxxx

[@ajcrum3689]

omg ur new home is such a beautiful home i cannot wait to see what you do with it . it’s going to look amazing once decorated . u are truly blessed .

[@cozyplantlady8044]

LOVE THIS! My boyfriend and I just bought a 112 year old home! May you be blessed with smooth sailings along this journey my friend! So happy for you! A lot of work ahead!

[@mom4peace919]

Congratulations! Get the space smudged before you move anything in! Clear away that old energy and make room for the new energy you will bring to the home.

[@redpat8832]

Yes! Don’t get rid of everything! That dining room table could be well-used someplace. I would repurpose it and many of the other pieces. Right now you are thinking” institutional,” but these can all be very functional somewhere, which is why the institution acquired them in the first place! Good luck in bringing your vision to this place! 💋🌷🍀💋🌷🍀💋🌷🍀

[@pamelajoyhunter5461]

Good grief. This is not an abandoned home. It looks like they just left recently. And obviously you are well off enough to already make major changes. The house is really in good condition just as it is. And the windows etc are clean. Like I said this house has been maintained. Far from being an abandoned house.

[@santacruz7455]

exactly my thoughts, what tosh!

[@thelacycottage5826]

The house has "good bones" as we say in the U.S. It's going to be lovely. Congratulations!

[@KavaKavana]

There’s a lot of charm to this place. I really think the brick is charming. White painted brick looks nice too. The. Basement bathroom almost looks like a sauna already, wouldn’t take much.

[@anagoncalves9723]

I also think you should keep the table it's beautiful.

[@MedeaJaff]

Congratulations Elise! Love the magnolia tree, you'll never need room freshners, just open the windows 😍 The massive table at min 4:22 suits the view outside so much, very raw & rustic 🧡

[@g-maw5458]

WOW.....I'm so excited for you and your boyfriend. This place is absolutely stunning. I can't wait for the remolding to begin. By the way I love your shirt. ❤️

[@samanthabarnard9541]

Coming from one who has renovated!! If you plan on living there while you make changes, do ALL THE FLOORING FIRST!! And paint empty rooms if you can!! Lol

[@humblebee3018]

Get rid of all the furnitures in this house, Elise! Start on a clean slate with all good energies. Congratulations!

[@michellequon8909]

Get the house blessed and energy clear every room has locks on the outside of the doors, that means whoever was in the rooms were locked in there could be a lot of sadness and pain in that “institution”

[@verlindaallen6299]

I agree 💯

[@penelopesparrow]

It doesn't automatically mean that - sounds like it was probably just so the residents could lock their rooms and keep their belongings safe while they weren't there. It's quite small and there's no obvious medical stuff, so I don't think it was anything 'serious'.

[@Samahra01]

Yes! I used to not believe in anything; former atheist..until I moved into a new home with my husband and long story short I was repeatedly PHYSICALLY attacked by a demonic entity and we had to flee...I would never move into ANY NEW place without blessing it after what happened to me nor would I go a day without praying to God. People don't think much of it til it happens to them! God Bless.

[@AuntyM66]

Yes,that’s so true. You can open the window and smoke the rooms with sage.

[@annbeirne9583]

Lots of Potential here Elise, it is going to be beautiful I know, you have your artistic talents. So Happy for you and your boyfriend I hope you both will be very happy here

[@amberfrazier575]

That dying table!!! Lovely all wood! Sturdy! She’s a keeper!

[@believeinjesus8862]

I actually love the windows....they look high end!

[@luisaleonardi666]

It will be an excellent way to impress your lovely taste to the whole house. It will become your own special home, best wishes, Elise

[@LittleRedTeaCake]

First off, congratulations, what a wonderful space! Second of all, I have so many questions! And I hope it's not too nosy. So does this mean you're leaving your shop to fully being in the house? Are you keeping the cottage now that you have some land there and can have yourself a lovely garden there? Did you buy the house or did you and your boyfriend buy it together? Was this answered somewhere and I missed it? Ahh, I am so curious! And I am also so excited to see how you transform the spaces!

[@TerasBoutique]

I would like to know all these questions too 😂 especially about the garden are you going to keep the cottage ? I hope you bought this property alone for your security ☝️

[@samgould9930]

She already said she is leaving the cottage

[@brookecarver7]

With any abandoned building or buildings in general make sire you check for mold!! No mold is sad to breathe. This is an amazing property.

[@janecampbell4662]

Wow pool tables are expensive! I’m surprised at that of all things being left behind. I would love to see a video of you going through all of the things that were left behind there’s so much!

[@LittleJenniren]

Congrats on your new home together! I can't wait to see how you both transform the space to reflect your personalities and your ideas of home :)

[@bonnieculp7957]

Oh, Elise! I am so happy for you and your boyfriend to have so much space plus garden room and I can’t wait to see what you do to all these rooms. It’s gonna be amazing to watch you during the renovation process. Are you going to keep or sell your cabin? Cause you certainly have enough room and outside space there to create your dream garden.

[@l.g.4451]

Right now, the white walls, light floors, and contemporary furniture and light fixtures are all the rage (mid-century/Scandinavian). If that were your style, you would have hit the jackpot :) Personally I love it. Congrats on a beautiful home with good bones.

[@vruth23]

Wow, nice big space! I think you should keep that big table ... you wont be able to get another one for a good price. It is really big and solid wood. Keep it. I'd keep the cubicle shelf and the mirror wardrobe as well, just paint them and use them in other rooms, you can use that shelf on it's side probably. That space is gigantic. You will be glad you saved those things!.

[@wallab731]

I absolutely love this new house of yours! I'm sure you will have a lot of fun renovating and decorating it.

[@sandrab5477]

This house has so many potential ! Congrats for this incredible new adventure. I am a bit sad that you will no longer keep the bricks outside but good isolation is really important and I am sure you will make something pretty. Imagine all the flowers you will be able to plant in this big garden ! I really love home renovation videos and I can't wait to see all the progress on your house. It's a bit strange to see the place abandoned with all the furniture and personal stuff left behind... I know that some of this furniture isn't your style but maybe you can reuse some of the shelves as storage for fabric or cleaning products and tools in the utility room.

[@LLjean-qz7sb]

Keep that big table and maybe cover it with wood planking and make it more rustic, (if that is your style) or cover it with tiles or anything else that suits your style! Institutional furniture is usually very strong and durable and worth keeping(some of it). Good luck in your transformation, and that MAGNOLIA!!!! God Bless!

[@darkangelw8472]

Use tile paint, if you want to brighten up the bathrooms, and get a survey about the mold, especially if it's an old houe

[@tinyflower843]

I'm sooo excited for this!!! So happy you finally found a house after all the searching and also moving in with your boyfriend! I'm going to watch every single video of the makeover hehe. Congrats! ❤

[@lindahinchon387]

Congratulations Elise, what a amazing house. You are so talented you will make it a beautiful home xx 🇮🇪

[@bonitaharrison4736]

The big foyer is incredible. And you have window sills!!! Nobody has window sills now days. They have disappeared. Such a shame. Window sills were great for plants. Bathrooms and basements are the scariest to me. Also, sleeping in a basements is creepy to me. God bless.

[@AnuschkavanDijke]

I'd keep the tables/desks and chairs left behind (unless you can sell them for good money) , they may come in handy as worksurfaces for sanding and painting doors and window frames on. And having old chairs around to sit on in your wet paint covered DIY clothes is a bonus as well.

[@susanrichards9144]

Fabulous!! Congratulations! Can’t wait to follow the renovations.

[@garnellwallace5594]

I'm so happy for you! The house seems perfect, even before the renovations. I can't wait to see all the changes. In the end you got your big house with the big yard and a place for your business. It all happens when it's meant to happen.

[@SweetbearCoyote]

We need a Q & A 😀. Did you buy this house? Are you doing the renovations yourself? Are you keeping the cottage? Are you getting married? Are we going to see your boyfriend on camera soon?

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi 👋how are you doing?

[@joanklaczek4009]

Leave the plastic floors to protect what’s underneath from the construction debris of wall removal and painting, and remove them later.

[@Primrose_CraftedLife]

Hej from Denmark 🇩🇰:) - it’s “when the house was built “ not builded :) - the big table is quite nice, I think it could be sanded down and than it would look more rustic. Interesting video, thanks for sharing. :)

[@WeezyJeffersonYo]

Elise, that's called insulation not isolation. Isolation is like separation or quarantine. I love the house. 🥰

[@Tubifia]

I'm Swedish and it's called isolation in Swedish. It's probably the same in Danish, as our languages are so similar. My guess is that's why she got the words mixed-up. 😊

[@charswellness]

Yeah, it’s a "false friend" many European languages have a similar word to isolation which actually means insulation for them. At least we all understood what she meant.

[@susanvelez6534]

I love the galley kitchen and the fact that you have a basement 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼please change all locks

[@pearl2910]

This house is a great Find !! And that table !!! Beautiful surroundings ! ☺️

[@maya-gur695]

Wow, that looks so cool! Good luck!

[@teresayeates3437]

Your boyfriend is incredibly kind I must say. Watching as you go from room to room claiming them, one for closet, one for photos, one for business supplies and packaging, and I waited for his office, or his workroom. All the other rooms were 'we' rooms. That is one generous guy.

[@EliseBuch]

This is the weird part of KZbin, there's always details you don't know. I will fill you in on that at some point tho ;)

[@mountainviewvintage386]

Lol for sure!

[@kellymano5930]

Keep the table 🥰

[@jessicablackburn5670]

I love the round window

[@jessicablackburn5670]

@@myobee9875 Stained glass is a good idea. Perhaps in the front door.

[@dianaficsor]

Yeay this is really exciting new adventure. So happy for you 💕

[@susanstephens5609]

Congratulations Elise! I'm so excited to see what you do with this space. I can imagine you will do an amazing job as usual.

[@annainbudapest1261]

Wow! Keep the dining table

[@petro3441]

Enjoy the new place.i think it's super cool and alot of space

[@lynseypeters]

Congratulations to you both on your new home. I can't wait to see all the things you do to it, very exciting 🤗 x

[@felinetherapy4782]

OMG what a stunning building! Its going to be amazing. Its going to be such a journey. Congrats!

[@hilarywallace9927]

Wow ...what exciting news ! A huge house Elise ! Lots and lots to do - but if anyone can make it a beautiful cosy home again it's you! X

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how are you doing?

[@magoogmcdood]

You have to paint a sun or a flower around that one circle window! Either inside or outside the building. Feel like that would be so you!

[@thiedelthiam4573]

I've been following you for years and years now and I'm so happy to see how much has been going for you! You've worked so hard to get to where you are now. The house looks amazing and has a lot of potential! I'm looking forward to see you decorating the spaces with all of your magic.

[@wanya_telborn]

The possibilities with this safe is amazing! So excited for you both!!!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how are you doing?

[@pennynickels5216]

Oh WOW!!! I love the glass windowpane doors too. I've been looking to reclaim 2 for years. There are none lol.

[@rosepearlart]

Congratulations on the new house. Would love to see you get creative with the renovation

[@heatherkay1610]

I'm so excited for you.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋how are you doing?

[@CJaneSchott]

What a lovely home. Can’t wait to see it once you work your magic.

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

this guy keeps posting on several comments ...seems fake and fishing to me franklys026 franklys026 2 days ago Hi how are you doing?

[@mountainviewvintage386]

How fun to have such an artsy unique creative home!❤And the brick will keep the warmth in the winter and cooler in summer! So fun! Love the big windows! Maybe you could cut an archway instead of having a doer from foyer into living room😍 then soon walk-in closet will turn into the baby’s room!❤

[@cynthiamurphy3669]

Big and livable, lovely yard and greenery and distant view, so much possibility and livable right now. I would never want to live alone there, but that's just me. Hopefully you won't be...

[@lynndixonsilva9961]

Congratulations to you and your boyfriend for finding an amazing new home to share together :) ..... so much space to fill up with new treasures! Look forward to watching the transformation as you go forward!

[@lenaramoon4617]

can't wait to see u give it pizzaz like the cabin

[@ildiko1vt]

Why cover the beautiful red brick? It's a perfect match with your hair. 😍

[@aproverbshome173]

The house has lots of potential. It will be beautiful. May God keep you I'm praying for you. Hugs. Thank you for sharing.