MAN BUYS DERELICT SHOP FOR £26,000 IN BIRKENHEAD, U.K - TRANSFORMS INTO FOUR BED HOUSE (FULL BUILD)

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Hello my name is Stephen Taylor and in 2016 I bought a derelict shop in Birkenhead, U.K for £26,000 at auction.
This building was in such a poor state that the guide price at auction was just £10,000 - £12,000.
With a lot of hard work over the last five years I have now transformed it into a modern four bedroom home.
I have worked as a joiner for 20 years and on this project I did as much of the work as possible myself to save money.
In this video I take you through the renovation from start to finish.
I have spent the last year writing an ebook about the project which is available on my website.
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In this ebook I go through the entire renovation in detail, with the aim of showing you just how much work is involved to complete a project like this. I discuss the the auction process, planning, structural reports, the building process, the products and materials that were used, kitchen design and much more. Please visit my website for more information.
Thanks for watching.
** Quick update: 10/3/22**
The video has had a crazy amount of views in the past few weeks and I am noticing that there are regular comments are about the voiceover being too quiet. I really appreciate the feedback as this was the first video that I have ever made with a voiceover. I think my accent is also part of the problem, and I will look into how to add subtitles to the video. Thanks a lot for all of your comments and support 🙂☀️
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[@debradoo4448]

Your home is music.🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@newdawnrecordings]

@debradoo4448 thank you!!! 🌻 🌻 🌻

[@simonross8218]

I seen the derelict building many times, driving past. Then scaffolding went up and thought another building lost to developer's. Then I noticed nothing was being demolished. The front face was gone then rebuilt. I slowly watched it change into a new repurposed building. I never knew the story about this, until it landed on my timeline... Thank you for saving a piece of Birkenhead history!

[@imadeanaccounttocomment7800]

Ah yes scaffolding on a building, the symbol of demolition.

[@captainfancypants4933]

@@imadeanaccounttocomment7800 old bricks are worth a pretty penny bud architectural salvage is a huge thing.

[@thegoodgeneral]

@@imadeanaccounttocomment7800 lmao

[@imadeanaccounttocomment7800]

@@captainfancypants4933 If it was a real developer they won’t take the time to chisel some bricks for petty cash, they would have been anxious to demolish before they even get approval. Also don’t know why there is a need for an exterior scaffold to remove bricks when the inside is accessible.

[@0525ohhwell]

* developers

[@elizabethrose4517]

I grew up in this area ( Larch Road ) 1947 -1967. I know it well and have wonderful memories of all those shops. I can't express the emotion as I watched your lovely video. You did an amazing job. I feel so proud of you even though we have never met. I live in the US now. Congratulations. ❤

[@newdawnrecordings]

Hi Elizabeth thanks so much for your lovely comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. My mum was born in Larch Road in 1960. Number 47 I think. Maiden name was Coppock. The area has changed a lot since then. Most of the old buildings were knocked down in the 80's when Borough road was widened. Hopefully the building will be here for many years to come. All the best, Stephen.

[@elizabethrose4517]

@@newdawnrecordings Stephen, I was born in number 2. I believe it's still there. 😁

[@newdawnrecordings]

@@elizabethrose4517 I will check for you when I next walk past! 🙂 Thanks for watching and all the best for the new year ✨

[@mysoapykitchen1775]

@@newdawnrecordings how random to read this comment & see the name Coppack, my grandmas came from Liverpool & her maiden name was Coppack, is it a common name there as it’s not a name iv ever heard off?

[@XJokermanX]

So you're 75?

[@downthispath6538]

I love that you gave credit to all the contractors you hired and helped you with this build. Major kudos to you and them!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@downthispath6538 thanks for watching ☀️

[@louiselyon3849]

Steve, congratulations! I know this area, and I’ve seen it deteriorate over the years. The council should thank you for helping bring life back to Birkenhead. What a beautiful home and business you’ve created - you deserve every success, and some better birthdays 🥳 How proud your uncle would be of you x

[@harryturnbull1884]

Its an orrible place

[@newdawnrecordings]

@louiselyon3849 thank you! 🙂☀️

[@leeclose2012]

Mate, you deserve every success possible. The determination to commit to a 5 year project like this and pull it off is astounding. I hope the new business pays off.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Lee Close thanks Lee ☀️

[@gerriejennings2148]

Great work on your renovation and video. Wishing you much success in your music business

[@thunderjoy7250]

All I can say is what a guy .....hats off 👌

[@mikereece7717]

well done Steve, as a resident, ive walked past every day and watched this eye sore turn into something the whole road should aspire to, the building is an asset now thanks to your hard work, you should be proud mate, only next time dont let your pride take over, i for one woulda loved to help you in this venture if i had known you were alone. thats what neighbours do, although tbf, looks like you did a hell of a job mate. Hope the flood didnt do you too much damage, was gutted to see you take the brunt of it. fantastic job mate, am in awe.

[@newdawnrecordings]

Mike thanks a lot for watching the video and for taking the time to leave a comment. I completely understand what you mean about pride and could have reached out to more people for help. Although I have worked alone for a long time in my profession and am used to it. I did also have help from friends and family as well as a great group of professional local tradesmen. I would recommend all of them and their contact details are at the end of the video and also on my website if you are ever in need of a tradesman. I was extremely fortunate with the flood, luckily the shutters held off most of it and only a small amount managed to seep in through the shop front door seals. I had an industrial dehumidifier in there for about a week and only suffered minor damage. The shop next door and the Deen centre were badly affected. Thanks again and all the best, Stephen ☀️

[@kaiyotee2475]

To be fair, I'd go out of my way to take photos of the before and after. Still, as one obsessed with the decayed and abandoned, I also love it when people do renovate a neglected place.

[@kathrynwitte3398]

I’d have loved to volunteer as a grunt just to learn vital skills.

[@ole340]

I'm glad to read that, I watched people passing by and I wonder if they had any idea what a huge project was going on here! 👍

[@wwjjss33]

I’m not even a resident and I felt like flying there just to volunteer for a few days! What a fantastic job. New Subscriber. Much Respect 🙏🏽

[@famprima]

You're a man to love. Soft spoken, diligent, skilled, visionair, and musician. What a wonderful house that is! ❤️

[@KB-ym7fk]

What a hardworking, clever, brave young chap you are. 👏👏👏 You make your parents proud.

[@pippakay7234]

It's alwsys so heartwarming to see people appreciate the buildings we already have instead of tearing them down or leaving them to fall into dis-repair. You did an absolutely amazing and sensitive job of bringing this building back to life. Well done young man.👏👏👏👏

[@adamwilkinson6721]

Definitely, well said.

[@DatBoiOrly]

probably couldn't tear it down even if he wanted to since its over 70 years old and is probably a heritage building so changing how it looks on the exterior can't be changed under no circumstances.

[@KungPuKitty]

Agreed. I love old historical buildings

[@charlotteemerson5050]

I agree. This "throw away" world we live in truly concerns me.

[@vitadelicatus]

Beautiful house.

[@rattylol]

Man of many skills will never go wrong, lovely to see. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@rattylol thank you! 🙂☀️

[@robertwilson54]

I’m a builder and know just how hard this is on your own, what an achievement you should be very proud.

[@sunniclark6827]

I live in the US, but I love old buildings everywhere. Thank you for your courage on a massive regeneration and not just starting again with something new! You deserve every good thing !

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Sunni Clark thank you! 🙂☀️

[@OriginalGabriel]

I'm thankful KZbin randomly opted to pop this up in my feed, such a joy to watch; well done. And I love all the comments from residents who were thankful you kept the buildings aesthetics. Looking forward to discovering new music through your channel

[@abiola33]

Same 💙

[@Mike-ie6tq]

Ditto - inspiring on so many levels.

[@keithepstein2812]

Same here. Really enjoyed your journey. From Seattle, Washington, USA.

[@sumitrousyk8188]

Mate you are an absolute beast. I’m a builder here in Australia and I always appreciate watching passionate builders like yourself start and finish a project almost entirely by yourself. Well done mate you should be really proud of that fantastic build.

[@alfiebeddows6150]

Called him a weapon 🤣🤣

[@sumitrousyk8188]

@@alfiebeddows6150 it seems weapon is seen as an insult in Liverpool 😂😂 I edited my comment and hopefully beast isn’t code for pedophile or serial killer

[@blacksorrento4719]

One has to be so careful, what passes in Australia as a compliment, not quite the same in England. But I agree with you, this was a fabulous job, a build from the heart making a dual purpose home for himself. Love to see old buildings reborn again. Cheers from 🇦🇺

[@sumitrousyk8188]

@@blacksorrento4719 hey where in aus are you mate?

[@blacksorrento4719]

@@sumitrousyk8188 I’m in NSW. FYI…. My monika is the car I drive, a KIA 4WD Black Sorrento. I have been associated with the building industry since marrying an architect. Usually involved in the administrative side of building. But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate the skill of different trades, over the years I have been on plenty of construction sites. My late husband specialised in second storey work, quite often gutting houses to their existing footprint in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, much as this one had to be. He won many housing awards, both HIA and Master Builders. Sorry if you thought I was a fellow builder……

[@MsMadmax1]

While I live in the U.S., I'm also very proud of you're taking on this project to take an existing building with so much history and bring it back to life. All too often in the United States, when a building becomes old a derelict, we simply knock it down. But by knocking it down instead of renovating it, we've not only destroyed a building, but we've destroyed a part of our collective history and a part of a community. The current generation claims that they're all about reducing their carbon footprint blah, blah, blah. But I think it's just as important to take an already existing structure and renovate rather than build something new--even if it is a tiny house using sustainable products. I don't think I could ever live in a brand-new home because I'm all about living someplace that has history and character. Well done!

[@ruzziasht349]

Trouble is the build quality in the US, there's nothing there to renovate, wooden walls and shingle roofs are not going to last 200 years unfortunately. In Europe when you strip something back you've a solid shell of bricks and mortar to work with.

[@manon8083]

As part of the 'current generation' who wants to reduce their carbon footprint, this project is fantastic! Improving an already existing structure is completely in line with what's good for the environment. Building materials require energy to be produced, so of course knocking down an old place to build something new isn't the best choice environmentally if the old building is still fit for purpose. And just personally, I despise the look of most modern houses because they tend to look really boring and have 0 soul. It makes me sad that these generational categories are pointlessly dividing us. I recently went to my friend's 60th birthday party, who I get along with really well with. There's also people my own age (20) who I have absolutely nothing in common with. I don't think we should assume people's beliefs based on their age, or that the beliefs of different generations will be incompatible by default. Young people can want to preserve old buildings. Old people can want to knock them down and redevelop them for a quick profit.

[@ingela_injeela]

You restored a characterful, historic building, and made it into a beautiful home, and a great creative space. That house was lucky to get you as its owner.

[@rebeccamiu2000]

I used to get the 472 into Birkenhead/Liverpool to go to college/uni and always thought what a beautiful building this was as I went past and what a shame it’d hadn’t been shown some love. It warms my heart that you have saved it. It truly is amazing what you have done!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Rebecca Miu thank you! I really appreciate you watching the video and leaving a comment. Really glad that you like the renovation 🙂☀️

[@regfenster]

That was incredible, you've saved a piece of your local history and you should be commended upon that, The finish and design are outstanding throughout, an absolute joy to watch from start to end.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@regfenster thanks a lot for watching and for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it! Cheers, Stephen 🙂☀️

[@j.harkleroad3347]

Very well done!

[@bfgtech48]

Your work ethic and commitment is inspiring. Nothing but respect and admiration for what you've achieved. Good luck, you deserve it.

[@brunosmith6925]

Inspirational, Steve. I watch a lot of videos on these projects - having tackled a couple myself - but not with buildings that are on the cusp of demolition. Not only do people like you add value to your own lives, but this renovation adds value to the lives of your neighbours. I salute you, good sir, for all your hard work in creating this little gem.

[@marshaneumann5017]

Watching this from Florida USA in 2022. I am amazed at the phenomenal amount of work you did. It boggles the mind. I don't think people work that hard anymore. What a beautiful result. I can only imagine that you will have tremendous success in your life. Congratulations. You are one of the best.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Marsha Neumann thanks so much for your lovely comment, I am glad that you enjoyed the video. All the best, Stephen 🙂 ☀️

[@deadinteresting8905]

Wow, congratulations on finishing your beautiful house and, seriously as a local, I personally thank you for saving one of Birkenhead's more unique buildings that would have been lost to us otherwise. Lovely to see the pillars remain on the front just like the shop at other end of that block. You did an amazing job, a real labour of love :)

[@art_means_artificial]

damn the uk looks poor ...

[@davidxavier4603]

@@art_means_artificial damnn if you think that’s poor you should look how bad America is 😂

[@SierraKilo76]

I don't know why KZbin decided to show me this video right now. But I am happy that I watched it. It is wonderful how you rescued that beautiful old building and brought it back to life and life into it. Absolutely love the idea with the window garden, makes the building look "friendlier" (?) and the view from inside out improves, too. Also liked that you brought back the shop as place for artists. I see to many old shops and stores of that size just being transferred to living space. While it is very hard to compete against the big box stores, you show what creativity can do. Wish you all the best!

[@designx8693]

Your artistry and skills are great. But your determination is incredible.

[@shelleyleach9589]

Had to watch this right to the end. A young man with so many talents. Well done. It just shows what you can achieve in life with the right positive attitude. Never give up and reach your goals as always possible. Looks absolutely beautiful. Hope your business takes off and you go on and up.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Shelley Leach thanks so much for the support and all the best for the future 🙂☀️

[@David-hi9rp]

You can tell Steve is a proper Joiner and a good one at that as everything he did was totally square and straight and level . I am a Joiner myself of over 30 years and can totally appreciate the work you put in well done Lad.

[@damonwilkinson5007]

Thank you for rescuing one of our “ordinary” buildings and giving it another 100 years of life. Amazing work done with respect to the building. Hope you have every success there.

[@bellechannel]

There's something very calming about this compared to other renovation videos I've seen

[@Dani-po5pn]

I am genuinely impressed with the quality of which you presented this message in both tone and editing. 5 years of footage is a gigantic amount to deal with…overwhelming! As someone who has worked on houses and edits video I TOTALLY respect this amazing work! Impressive work on all fronts!

[@kristinheatherstarone6905]

Likewise

[@markgaudie80]

Massive respect mate! Huge project on your own but certainly not easy for anyone. Such a shame to see buildings rot away and I’m so pleased you decided to take this on and I bet your the proudest guy in the world right now.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Greasy 5th Wheel thanks for watching ☀️

[@sandracrosbie8468]

Wow that is amazing. My heart was pounding looking at your roofing work. You did a beautiful job. Well done on your determination and attention to detail on all of your wood work and the colours you used . I absolutely love the design of the kitchen and utility room. You deserve more than a pat on the back for the transformation of a derelict shell to a beautiful new home and business. I hope that the council has acknowledged your hard work. From Ireland 🇮🇪

[@ray24051]

You took an old rundown building and made it beautiful and the town looks so peaceful and serene.

[@KarenL-qt7dy]

I am in total awe of your amazing project. It took a long time to finish, and from the way it started, I didn't have much hope for that poor building. You, sir, made it into a masterpiece of beauty!!! I was so moved by your final results, I actually had tears in my eyes watching this. The amount of blood, sweat and tears you put into this project will give you many many years of comfort. You did an outstanding job!!!! Bless you for saving this building....and making it into a home...and a place for musicians to gather.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@KarenL1251 thanks so much for watching and for your lovely comment! I'm really glad that you enjoyed the video. All the best, Stephen ☀️

[@ScottBrownCarpentry]

What an effort! Great job mate 👍

[@bedef1980]

Totally agree Scottie. Weird to think a couple of NZers watching this from afar.

[@sumitrousyk8188]

@@bedef1980 and Australia 🙌🏻 also love your work Scottie

[@Fattony6666]

Scott Brown here

[@art_means_artificial]

damn the uk looks poor ...

[@sumitrousyk8188]

@@art_means_artificial depends where you come from. The UK has some fantastic places poor or not a little like Australia or the US or any other country on planet earth

[@otterfan3213]

What an amazing man you are! Would that there were more like you in the world, building things up instead of tearing them down. Kudos, mate!

[@barbarakloise6790]

Wow you did a marvelous job on this restoration. What a beautiful place! Such hard work and care you put in that place. Such a great old building you saved! Just beautiful!

[@coolbreez773]

Excellent refurbishment! So refreshing to see our heritage restored instead of been demolished. Maybe I'm too nostalgic but IMO nearly all Victorian terraces / corner pubs, shops are very special, unique and should all be grade II listed.

[@dreamwaves9642]

watching this with my 3 year old on my lap who's poorly with covid, when it got to the bit of you plastering the ceiling she said "mummy why is he putting chocolate on the roof!" and gave a big smile 😂 fantastic build, you've done such an amazing job! We both enjoyed watching your journey very much 💕

[@nat2057]

Aw I hope they're better soon!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@dreamwaves that's lovely, thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Wishing you and your daughter all the best for the future. Thanks 🙂☀️

[@flowerpower7077]

I really enjoyed listening to your soft 'Scouser' accent. The transformation is mind boggling - love it!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@@flowerpower7077 thank you 🙂☀️

[@psycheinc-theSLC]

I just tripped on this channel, and watching this made me quite emotional - your quiet tone, the music you chose to accompany each segment of your video, and your sheer determination and hard work all done through a 'quiet' steel of determination, is beyond remarkable. The finished product is 'sublime'. You deserve nothing but 'amazing. things, well done. Blessings always - Psyche aka Psyche Thompson UK 🌹

[@newdawnrecordings]

@psycheinc-theSLC thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it ☀️

[@louiserobinson6704]

WOW 😊, what an amazing build. I thoroughly enjoy watching artists work like this. Thank you for saving this building and bringing it back to life ❤ Louise -USA

[@mrbillheineken]

As a fellow human looking at restoring a two story 1895 brick building with similar issues I felt all of that pain and anguish of the wall removal and roof rebuild. Thank you for posting this up. It’s definitely an inspiration of what a human can do when they are determined. Bravo sir. Bravo.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Bill Heineken thanks Bill! It was a bit tough at times but I got there in the end. Wishing you all the best with your project 🙂👍☀️

[@petersaula2304]

@@newdawnrecordings You mentioned something like' plenty of sanding' around the time in the video where you were plastering. Just curious, but did you have to sand any edges/lines left as the plaster cures or were you able to iron it out. You'd normally have a finishing trowel, nicely bladed in. Difficult enough any day notwithstanding you were working off a stepladder and knocking up yourself. Did you prime the joints to prevent these areas pulling in? I reckon you must have worked up a thirst on the ceilings. Out of the game now but more lads using stilts now.

[@carolinemiles7529]

Congratulations on reviving an older building into a work of art, function and beauty. You can be so proud of your amazing achievement.

[@gfrancie]

This is so beautiful. To keep the character and personality of the building and adding to the community is such a rare thing.

[@mathewharris5865]

Crazy how I drive past this every day for work and seeing this video is gonna make me look at it so differently. Congrats on this project and hope yourself and your business are in good health 👍

[@spacelemur7955]

Good on you to see the potential in the building. As a Swede, I have always heard English buildings are poorly insulated, but I about spit out my coffee when you removed the slate roof and there was no protective underroof, with its own rain protection and and insulation. It must cost a fortune to heat these old buildings (if left it that state). I liked a lot many of your decisions, such as making your own cabinet, the mini garden, the plastering, the insulation ... (I also once fixed up on old house, but not nearly as derelict as yours!) Truly well done, whippersnapper! PS: I quite enjoyed your chosen music! 🍻

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Space Lemur ha yes that is how they are built in England! I have worked in Scotland though and know what you mean about a protective underroof. Thanks a lot for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I hope to visit Sweden one day, I love nature and the outdoors. All the best, Stephen ☀️

[@Pablosammy1]

Always drove past this building on my way to Tranmere games, but moved away a few years ago so I had no idea you'd done this. So glad you've saved the building, what a difference that makes to the look of the area. Fantastic achievement, and I hope it's a great home for you

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Sam King thanks Sam! 🙂👍☀️

[@juliecooper3989]

Absolutely amazing, your total dedication took that building from derelict to beautiful, may you have all the success you truly deserve.

[@annlyon.2040]

I’m just ran into the video and you did amazing work ! It’s beautiful inside and out ! Cheers !

[@ninjaasmoke]

it must be an amazing feeling to live in a house you built so much of with your own two hands

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Nithin Sai thanks it does make you appreciate it! 🙂☀️

[@peteg8888]

I don't know you pal, but wow what a brilliant job you have done. You should be so proud of what you've built.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@peteg8888 cheers Pete! 🙂☀️

[@collcolin]

Great work and achievement there pal As a joiner of over 48 yrs on site and just over 2 years left I take my hat off to you your an inspiration to me even at my time of career

[@newdawnrecordings]

@collcolin I really appreciate that from a fellow joiner. Thanks a lot for watching and for your comment. ☀️

[@sconebaker8051]

Quite simply beautiful work! Watching from Canada 🇨🇦

[@dcstaysbusy]

Very interesting - thank you for documenting this! So much hard work and commitment and now everything looks great! As a gardener, I’m really glad you added the window garden. 🙂 Wishing you and yours continued success from across the pond.

[@banksiasong]

"Fortune favours the brave." Beautiful and loving restoration which is contributing to the living history of Birkenhead, the great music tradition of Liverpool, and renovators across the world who wonder if their projects will ever be finished. Many thanks for your gentle style and humility.

[@heathbrowning34]

I’ve just watched this now and had to leave a comment. Absolutely unbelievable mate. I take my hat off to do’ers like you. The vision, the planning, the hard work, the balls lol! What a beautiful home and shop you have made with you own bare hands. Well done mate 👏🏻👏🏻

[@atharkhan240]

When you have a trade and put it to great use the outcome speaks for itself. Amazing effort.

[@StevenRea]

Steve, this is brilliant!! Well explained and documented. Well done! Being a contractor myself, to take a task such as this on your own takes some set, and you did very well. Take bow, you did amazing, and it looks out of this world.

[@GreenFarm8821]

This gonna became a precious video for your grandchild's, seeing their grandfather rebuilding the family house by himself, giving them lot of courage & proudest.

[@KoffieMoffie]

I am in absolute awe of what you had the guts to take on, how you persevered through what at times must have felt to be never ending, and the subtle sophistication of you interior decor. I thoroughly enjoyed watching every minute of this video, and as a Chorley lad now living in retirement in South East Asia I was transported back to my very happy childhood. Thank you for sharing this huge achievement and I wish you the very best for the future of your business.

[@brokendi2717]

Always good to see a fellow Chorley lad in the comments

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Ian Bromley thanks a lot for watching and for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I hope you are enjoying South East Asia and wish you all the best for the future! Cheers, Stephen 🙂☀️

[@krisowler367]

Yes I spend some time in and around Birkenhead I know exactly .what it was like and I also have been out in the southeast Asia for the last 20 years and I'm so blessed to be here away from All the Troubles of such places which I look back in the UK they can only got worse over the last 15 years since I've been back I am so blessed but for those who have died doing positive things I have more respect than for anyone!

[@tytn9978]

"subtle sophistication of interior decor" ... those were the words I wanted to come up with, but couldn't quite formulate! Agree with you 100%

[@mhadibarman]

Hi mate, I live in liverpool but come to birkinhead 6 days a week to do additional work. I was seeing this building all the time and I liked it very much. I was very happy to see that you really have such a story. I am an architect and I am very happy to see such inspiring stories. I am a Turk and I can see what a great civilization the British are and that you have a historical consciousness by looking at you and what you have done. I really congratulate you. I hope you continue to do work that has a story in this way. muthis, muthis muthis :)

[@sforhetz10]

So inspiring!!!! Your fortitude in the wake of such a huge job in the beginning is amazing. You produced so many wonderful things for the local community, not just for yourself. Many blessings!! Thanks for sharing.

[@shannonfeaver452]

If my dad was still alive to watch this, him having been a plasterer, I'm sure he would have a few things to say but from my view you did a way better job than I could have attempted! I think it takes some courage and bravery to take on such a project!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Shannon Feaver thanks Shannon! 🙂☀️

[@keving7942]

Wow Steve I am just speechless, as someone who has refurbished a few old houses I'm just blown away by what you have accomplished. Thanks for sharing, and best of luck always. You are an inspiration

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Kevin G thanks Kevin! ☀️

[@moyashisoba]

You brought this gem back to a sparkling state. Such great work. Congrats on seeing the potential and finishing this project. On top your video had so many beautiful shots in it, it has been a little gem itself. Enjoy your time in this lovely home.

[@leelogs1]

Blimey mate. It’s no wonder we built an Empire!! Well done you. At times u looked tired, lonely and a bit fed up but u did it. If anyone asks “give me an example of British Pluck and Phlegm “, I’d show them this. Lovely job, lovely home, lovely man. I loved seeing the decks and the vinyl. I’m 70 now but still have all of my singles and albums starting from mid 60’s onwards. Apart from playing my albums on my deck, I also have a juke box for all of my singles!! Thankyou for taping and preserving this adventure from beginning to glorious end, complete with your art and music. Well Done You. 😎😎😎

[@newdawnrecordings]

@leelogs1 Great to hear that you still have all of your singles and albums! Enjoy them! Thanks for watching! 🙂☀️

[@PaulBarwick]

CONGRATULATIONS! It takes a special kind of person to even visualize what that derelict shop could be, much less have the strength and perseverance to make that dream come true. What you did is simply awesome. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@heathergustafson4237]

For people that understand when a building gives you a certain feeling there is a special bond that happens between you and that structure as you fix it. It’s special!

[@apsert]

Yea like my relationship with the misses, she needs condemning shes falling apart all over the place. Went shopping she picked up facial cream i said you can put that back. Then i picked up a six pack and she says and just what are they good for . They do the same as me as the face cream does for you. (Look more attractive)

[@pinkladycool100]

@@apsert Did you spend a long time in A&E lol?

[@apsert]

@@pinkladycool100 Your comment is utterly incoherent adjacent to my comment. Maybe when you feel different a little later you may choose to come back and read what you had written. Sometimes a thank you for pointing out the obvious wouldn't go a miss but as always , it does and will no doubt.

[@pinkladycool100]

@@apsert I thought you had a sense of humour but it seems you haven't. I will not explain so let's leave it at that, shall we?

[@apsert]

@@pinkladycool100 I do for sure, again on a subtle note revert to the latter comment. Its not always what we mean by what we say, same with what we mean by what we write. Writing is poetry thus has no ONLY an interpret of expression (which is anyone's guess) but no actual true expression hence that can all to often be misinterpret. No rough feathers intended.

[@gailfuhrman1735]

You did a beautiful restoration. I’m so impressed. Every blessing to you. 🎉. 😊

[@hellothere22766]

What a great job I live in the U.S. but I luv watching restoration & building videos No matter where it is, I have to find a husband who does work like this🥰

[@Probity100]

This has to be one of the best self done renovations I have ever watched. Absolutely beautiful finished product. Well done sir.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@TynTynTyn thanks I really appreciate it! 🙂☀️

[@robcox5929]

absolutely gorgeous kitchen and the work involved to get you to the finish, absolutely fantastic. I built a 6 bedroom house but it was from the ground up, I have always felt that restoring a derelict house to be way harder. You certainly have an eye for what looks good. very impressed. thank you for taking the trouble to share this video.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Rob Cox thank you! 🙂☀️

[@marylaczko6539]

Well done! I really enjoyed watching you transform the old gal into a beautiful space. I' m also incredibly impressed by your fortitude and skill in dealing with the enormity of the task facing you. I thought you would open a shop doing renos, but low and behold you are a musician as well! I think musicians make the most well rounded humans. Good luck and congratulations.

[@sarahprice1375]

I love what you've done. Vintage is best and your little cupola is fab. It's beautiful. Well done 👏 ✔️ 👍 👌 😀 I.m in Cheltenham and I hate seeing old places just being destroyed

[@Tom-Lahaye]

This is really an achievement to be proud of. I'm renovating a house which isn't nearly as derelict as the shop, and doing most of the work myself as well. So I can understand the many hours of graft going in your project. This is not only a man renovating a house, but a man fulfilling a dream, and that's having a place to do what he always wanted, having his own record label.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Tom Lahaye thanks Tom! I really appreciate it 🙂☀️

[@davidbailey6563]

I lived in Larch Road for a short time in the early 80's. This shop was run by a broker where I'd get my car insurance. Fantastic work/restoration and a great video. Thanks for posting it.

[@LudwigLedbury]

Normally when I watch restoration videos like this, I skim through quickly. This is the first I've actually watched from beginning to end. I wish I had the talent you do, well done.

[@rolandcook2556]

That is truly impressive - you should be proud of what you’ve achieved. The persistence and tenacity to spend that long making your dream a reality is inspirational. Kudos.

[@monicamolloy5105]

I’ve watched a number of “professional” refurbished/repurposed homes in the UK. Yours is so genuine… the comments, the music all fit together so; it is not a surprise you are an artist .. best wishes for your new enterprise. Regards, monica.

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Monica Molloy thanks Monica 🙂☀️

[@eriellebc]

You are so talented and hardworking, holy crap!!! And five years is admirably insane. I spent six weeks crocheting a blanket and thought that was a lot😂 props to you! This is amazing!!

[@ESLTeacherTom]

Amazing! Thank you.

[@bleedinghandshughes]

man, i refitted a kitchen once, took me weeks, as found loads of issues crumbling walls behind the cabinets i'd removed, i thought i'd get it done over the double bank holiday weekend, month later, i was broken, sat in the garden nearly in tears, what had i done! anyway, the end result was brilliant, i don't know how you kept going with a project this big solo! i take my hat off to you, well done

[@greenreaper1985]

Absolutely incredible......the physical and mental strength a project like this takes is totally off the charts, maximum respect to you

[@emilyjameson5616]

I have lived near this building for 20 years and always thought it was pretty. It’s been a amazing to watch it getting re build from afar. Thank you for making our area nicer.

[@garyneville1141]

Anyone who puts the time and effort into restoring old buildings is greatly admired by me. Congratulations and well done, lovely job.😊

[@newdawnrecordings]

@garyneville1141 thanks! ☀️

[@D82234]

Hi Stephen, Normally I don't comment on YT videos. But I just had to with yours. I cannot believe how well done your project is and the man hours you've dedicated. You're such a talented person - it's amazing to watch. Further to that, I wanted to compliment your editing abilities. The video you've put together feels like a journey (it almost felt like I was on it with you by the end!) - really well done. Seriously - congratulations. Without sounding condescending - you should be so proud of that and I'm sure you are. I recently purchased a mid terraced house and I am almost obsessed with the house's history etc. It was refreshing to see you finding the old pics as well. It's amazing really. So many people coming and going - using these buildings and houses - raising families etc. Really inspiring stuff. Thank you for uploading🙂

[@susanjacquier5358]

As a Liverpool born, living in Australia...I have to say, this video warms my heart on many levels. What you have achieved is nothing short of amazing and you can be rightly proud.

[@garrettsweeney3945]

I have to say, I felt very sorry for you with nobody to help you on your birthday. It was such a daunting task, however, you had the vision and the commitment to see it through and look where it led. I salute you Sir, you are a true craftsman. In an age of quick fixes and everyone looking to make a fast buck, you have illustrated the benefits of good old fashioned hard work. My sincerest best wishes to you and good luck in all your endeavours.

[@rachellucas242]

This is my kinda grand design , preserving a derelict yet very interesting building , soft spoken narration , zen music and best of all no condescending , pretentious television presenter It turned out gorgeous Chefs kiss

[@thecatsmum63]

I live further down Borough Road and watched this happen day by day, home from work, the shops, lockdown walks. So good to see the result! Really glad the decorative bit at the front survived! Best of luck in your venture. I am sadly not terribly creative but will certainly say hello.

[@newdawnrecordings]

Jan thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to leave a comment! Yes it wouldn't be the same without the front corner window and pointy roof (The official name is an Oriel window apparently!) 😄 By the way that's what all the most creative people say! I bet there is something you would love to try? I think we are all creative really. All the best, Stephen 🙂☀️

[@2times2is4]

As a female master carpenter of 44 years here in the USA, I am I awe of your craftsmanship. I've done much restoration work in my time and it's dirty, dangerous work. It's a beautiful home you've created. Thank you for saving a piece of history.

[@loremipsum6804]

Why do you need to point out that you are a woman?

[@svietka202]

@@loremipsum6804 why do u need to point out what she is pointing out>

[@loremipsum6804]

@@svietka202 because it is separatism. Anyway stop trying to be a smarty pants.

[@hellalive8973]

@@svietka202 why do you need to point out what he’s pointing out about what she’s pointing out?

[@newdawnrecordings]

@2times2is4 thank you! I really appreciate it ☀️

[@andreaandrea6716]

WOW! SO NICE to see how many people have seen this video!!!! I really enjoyed the tour, although... I would have liked you to walk us through the entire building, giving us a verbal and instructive tour, so we could get a sense of how the rooms connect. I love hearing all the details of a build. Kudos and Bravo! to you for this titanic job! It is SO IMPRESSIVE! You should be obnoxiously proud of what you have accomplished (I would be). Seriously, well done. It's beautiful. And 'hello' from the Pacific Northwest of the US.

[@heaven77ish]

All I can say is wow. What a stunning transformation. Not sure if I missed it but did you reuse all the frontage bricks back into the build. The photo of 1934 was poignant to the whole video. Not sure when built, but I am sure if a building could cry with happiness, this one would. Beautifully restored. Hope it has many many years of happiness

[@rosameryrojas-delcerro1059]

I was wondering the same, or at least as many as could be salvaged. I am in the US so cannot go check.

[@kasketchayne]

@@rosameryrojas-delcerro1059 based on Google street map photos, it looks to be the same bricks

[@dtc989]

Absolutely fantastic! Completely refurbished, yet still beautifully vintage. You are a true craftsman. 5 years of hard work...you have worked wonders with this lovely restoration!

[@subculture2006]

Well done on renovating this Victorian building. These buildings are part of our heritage and well worth preserving. They also look stunning when revived.

[@janecheetham1826]

Absolutely fantastic! Your perseverance and hard work certainly paid off. Bringing a derelict building back to life is more than impressive. Congratulations!....😊

[@Anglianwanderer]

While scrolling through KZbin channels, I stumbled upon your video. What a joy to watch! Such a great restoration, thank you for sharing it.

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

What an impressive renovation. I love it when people can repurpose old shops into full living spaces!

[@markaralvin5545]

Hello Mary

[@joeoak8181]

No praise is enough. I am in awe of the energy, stamina, knowledge and skill involved in completing a project like this. Congratulations!

[@newdawnrecordings]

@Joe Oak thanks Joe! I really appreciate it, cheers 🙂👍☀️

[@queenofclips5032]

I hope the building has continued to thrive with creativity as the whole changed space is inspirational and amazing ❤

[@janinademetriou-warburton6427]

I'm full of admiration for your hard work. Beautiful job!