The FINAL Tour (ep. 50) ... Abandoned Building to Dream Home

The renovation of building is finally done and ready to reveal to all of you...so let's tour the (formerly) abandoned building! Check out Ariat Work and support the channel here: bit.ly/3LarbnO
In this full abandoned building renovation tour, I'm revealing the renovation resoluts of 4 years of hard work, converting this abandoned building in Chicago, into my dream home and workshop. For the regular viewers, there is a ton of new footage and reveals you haven't seen before, including dramatic makeovers of the primary bedroom an the studio/office. You won't want to miss this one. I also discuss plans for the channel, now that the renovation is done.
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[@danienelphoto]

I was here when you did your first episode on the renovation. Amazing. Congratulations.

[@modustrial]

Thanks Daniel!

[@primemate8163]

Me too

[@Teetles_807]

Me three!

[@MCsCreations]

+1 here. 😊

[@muchmorethancandles868]

Me five!

[@trnwrck3571]

Unfortunately, now you have to purchase and renovate an abandoned town for us to watch. Competition is getting wild on KZbin

[@maxwellrobinson2924]

Demolition ranch could use some help on the abandoned resort…. 👀

[@HeresMinx]

Ghost town living is already doing that

[@edgewood99]

Demolition Matt...Desperado (Abandoned) Ranch - big as a town.

[@TinaMonroig]

But, renovate, & give away to families in need.🎉❤🎉

[@RobotnikPlays]

Ghost Town Living bought an abandoned mining town (Cerro Gordo), it's slow going but they are attempting to turn it into a bit more of a tourist destination, rebuilding the old hotel/saloon etc. Lots of spelunking as they explore old caves and find artefacts from the old miners and such.

[@nzlemming]

I don't know why the algorithm recommended this channel back in the day, but I remember that first video and thinking "If he pulls this off, it's going to be amazing!" and it is.

[@lennartlennartson33]

It was on hell of an obstacle race

[@jamesrobinson2433]

Four years goes by in a blink of an eye. Watched every episode. And missed you during your recovery. To see the finale result so far is beautiful. Can't wait to see what you do with the lower level. Great work. You should be proud of yourself.

[@modustrial]

Thanks James!

[@blodpudding]

@@modustrial However I don't know if this is the most well-documented house build/renovation on KZbin. Laura Kampf has been putting out videos of her house almost weekly for over 2 years and she's far from done! Great series though!

[@nova_kane]

This is the kind of space that every man has dreamt of at least once in his life and this mad man actually went and did it.

[@modustrial]

Ha, thank you much! 😁

[@MrTimequake]

I still do. I always thought converting a commercial into a residential would be fun. Hopefully I can within 20 years.

[@melindab1861]

Not just every man. Female here and I have been watching since the beginning. I would love to have a space like this - AS IS. Including the commercial space. His journey has been AMAZING and such and INSPIRATION.

[@darlenevjohnson5237]

The Apothecary / library cabinet would make an excellant storage space for coffee, tea and spices in the area near the kitchen / dining rooms. Maybe integrate it near a beverage center.

[@modustrial]

good idea!

[@Maximusrex4575]

This is a cool idea! He should also be able to find those cards still, could dedicate a few drawers to recipe cards as well.

[@saint-miscreant]

this! it could also be a good place to store less-used tools or bits and bobs that you want to have around a kitchen but tend to end up in a junk drawer - pens, post-its, bag sealing clips, bottle opener… minimise the mess and label the heck out of it!

[@siddheshsharma2560]

I was in high school when he started, I am in college right now. Happy for him

[@napooli]

Just became a mom when I started watching your journey four years ago, and now I can say in an official "mom voice," that I am very proud of you.

[@modustrial]

thanks :)

[@pushxpressent.7429]

Man, we waited for 4 years for this episode and it was worth it. Now that you done, take all that footage to HGTv and get yourself a tv show,with this concepts and start all over again, I will watch it cause your story is unique and inspiring.

[@KirsiKitten]

You dont realize how much time flies until you hear this began 4 years ago, I found this channel shortly before this whole project began and it still feels like it was maybe a year ago. Its been such an awesome journey and Im so glad I got to watch it all.

[@baconwizard]

10:00 that door “frame” absolutely should be turned into an outdoor metal table!

[@Two13Labs]

I also envisioned it as a table. He does love some epoxy work. Perhaps a cedar picture framed epoxy filled table with the metal inset for the roof deck area?

[@jimbryant2157]

The choice of the blue in the master bedroom was perfect - and what a difference from the plain, white walls!

[@markrich6878]

The library card file would make a FANTASTIC spice cabinet!

[@atm0898]

I remember first subscribing when you started this build. The fact that it's finally done is mind-boggling to me. It looks amazing, and it was great to be part of the ride!

[@korablina8310]

Cannot believe it's been 4 years already! When I was a kid I always fantasized about buying an old building in my area and converting it into a big cozy home. That's why I subscribed to you all these years ago. To watch how the craziest of ideas may come true. Huge respect and good luck on your new adventures!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!

[@VINCEVAZ27]

I've been watching this channel for 6 years now. Missed the past 6 months of episodes...life the gets in the way. Glad to see the renovation is finished.

[@lolgoteem5372]

Finally dude! I don’t know if you remember me but I’ve been watching from the beginning, love this stuff glad to see it

[@modustrial]

thank you!! glad to have you along!

[@Runb4ithitsu]

@@modustrial you ever consider replying with something of substance? It's always "Thanks!" or "Good Idea" how about some substance? I'd rekkon it's your employee responding to comments.

[@lolgoteem5372]

@@Runb4ithitsu a thank you is a thank you, settle down

[@lawlkings]

Been watching since the beginning, congrats!!

[@modustrial]

Thanks!!

[@annegrzesiak7139]

Idea for the iron door decor: Turn it horizontally, shape like a dog bone, add some pegs for hanging, and use to store Tex's wardrobe and leashes! Or cut it and use for tabletop-epoxy it like stained glass.

[@whachuupto]

This is incredible. Please adopt me so I can live there too. Also, having a map that shows your movement through the space is SOOO helpful for giving us spatial awareness during the tour. Loved that thoughtfulness.

[@AmyChappell]

I've been following you since before this building was purchased. You have come a long way! Also rip Kitty. She was such a beautiful cat. I remember the art you made for her.

[@WCarey-nz7lx]

Well, you did it. I have to say, I've followed you through this entire endeavor. You took ugly and made it handsomely beautiful! 🎉CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 Thank you for sharing your journey. You are a true craftsman, artist, maker, and builder.

[@modustrial]

thank you for the kind words!

[@ShizukanaEntertainment]

For the old store front ornament... maybe cut it in half horizontally and then have each part as a the side of a chest of drawers, or something similar? Been watching all 50 episodes of this series. Great job and congratulations! Enjoyed watching them all!

[@koolkar55]

You were still living at your previous residence when I came on board & liked the reno on this current building you were about to start. I've seen most of the build however & I had a meltdown myself & took a hiatus from KZbin for more than 12 months, slowly but surely, I'm again finding my old favorite channels. Amazing work & lots of stress I'm sure, then your life changing health issue to get though. Love the finish. Thanks so much for sharing. Cheers Billy J.... Queensland, Australia.

[@JohnFnLopez]

You should be unapologetically proud! Your home looks amazing! I can't wait to see what you do in the commercial space!!!

[@aaronhess]

Wow, I can't believe it's been over 4 years since you started this series! It's been so cool to follow the progress and even better seeing how amazing it turned out!

[@NaeDeen]

I’m an attorney and my dream is to build/buy a building to house individuals who are unhoused. This is pretty inspiring. Congratulations on getting it done!!

[@raibura12]

I remember very well watching the first episode of this renovation. The whole story of leaving all comfort zone to start this big of a project. I’m genuinely happy that the hard work paid off big time. Sure is an inspiration and demonstration that you just have to belief and trust and go for your dreams.

[@TheElfay]

Stuff ideas: I'd remove the legs on the card catalog and make a niche in the kitchen wall and use it for loose tea or spices. The iron door guard I would suspend from the ceiling as a pot rack.

[@Craftlngo]

Great to see Kat's work on your hallway wall too. The renovation of the building was absolutely amazing. It's really fun to revisit all of your work from the last few years.

[@modustrial]

yes, her skateboard looks fantastic in the hallway!

[@SetyaPriatna]

Started watching the series when I was in college (remotely) and now having a full-time job 1 year in..man, how the time flies.

[@grindfi]

Bro just casually has the best home ever, and duuuude the street art is ludicrously cool

[@liyan00]

Congratulations! I wasn't able to watch all of the videos, but it's been great seeing the renovation over the years.

[@modustrial]

Thanks! Happy to have you along for whatever time you have to watch :)

[@evlash721]

You hesitating about calling your wall decor “art” is nuts!!! Everything you make is art, man! The furniture, lights, and creations all around your home take tons of vision and imagination 🤩

[@misssherlock]

I remember when you first bought this house I can't believe it's been 4 years since then

[@brandonwalls9062]

I remember starting this series during Covid thinking this was going to be a fun quick thing to watch to cure my boredom. little did I know that it was going to be 4 years long. kinda bittersweet to see it finished

[@Carnerd101]

I remember when we were all locked inside, I loved your videos so much. I must have been missing them the last few years and I've been wondering what happened to you and your place. Thanks for the final tour! Looks great!

[@MatthiasPowerbomb]

The building looks amazing. It's crazy that it's all done. It's the end of an era.

[@emilyolsen3916]

What a trip! I cannot believe it has been 4 years! I remember the earlier episodes! Absolutely incredible! I’m so happy for your grant opportunity! so exciting!

[@TheTonyAndreas]

WOW man! I can't believe it's been 4 years! Your work is incredible! Thx for taking us on the journey! Ready for the movie! The PRIMARY bathroom is my fave!

[@yukonpanwar]

Man see Man complete the abandoned building project. Man is happy now ❤

[@Dionbrandon]

Started watching when our college was forced to go remote. I have to admit, as an instructor your channel saved my sanity!! I looked forward to seeing new videos in between lesson planning. Congratulations and looking forward to seeing many more projects!!👏🏾👏🏾

[@BenjaminMcCormickCreative]

I've been here since the first week, and it has been a fantastic trip. I remember watching Bob Vila on This Old House with my Dad when I was a kid. During your renovations, I was able to watch with my sons and connect with them in a more “cool” setting than TV. Your new home looks amazing. Congratulations!

[@dougwall675]

I remember when you made the video in your old penthouse talking about moving and i was like wtf. But what an awesome move and a fun journey. Great job brother.

[@JM-lw6yi]

I love the library card cabinet. I have one with 45 drawers. I keep all of my art supplies that will fit in the drawers. Brushes, tubes of paint, jewelry making supplies, et al. Congratulations on a job well done!!!

[@dustinfocus]

I subscribed so many years ago because I wanted to see the final product - however long it took - and look you giving me this video on my birthday. Cheer's and blessings; may I become you when I grown rich.

[@GCubedProductions]

I’ve really enjoyed the entire building series and how you also slipped in some “classic” MM builds throughout. The primary bedroom really turned out nice. Will have to steal some of those design ideas. Congrats on finishing the living space of the building and the grant to upgrade the main level.

[@jazaniaharce4728]

I can’t believe it’s already Finished!! Your home has truly become a beautiful work of art. I LOVE all of your architectural pieces throughout your home! Great job :))

[@smavtmb2196]

Been following the project since the beginning. Through highs and lows. It's been awhile but the place turned out incredible. 👏 Wish I had an amazing living/work space like that. 👍 You have impressive creative/building skills and made some very cool stuff for the place. You must be so proud.

[@markh6598]

Been watching since the old place. Congrats dude. A full circle moment most people dream of. The final result shows all of your hard work and dedication, and feels people like me with admiration. Hope you get a chance to kick your feet up and enjoy it for a while.

[@Christian_Luczejko]

The new place is truly amazing. It’s been a fun 4 years watching this space progress into what it is now. But I still can’t get over the loft that you left when you decided to move. That place was my dream living space since I was a kid.

[@TxcGren]

so glad the youtube algorithm brought me back to this series to see the finished result. I've been keeping up[ here and there throughout the years but so glad I could catch the reveal in time.

[@Hamlet_DaPig]

Crazy how i watched the first few episodes then life took over and i'm catching up to this episode.....what a crazy ride

[@TheRayvolution]

Been watching your renovation for years. You are living my dream. Congratulations. #312

[@vilardi20]

INCREDIBLE!! WOW!!!

[@MaxTheSpycar]

I remember watching the first 10 or so episodes of this project and then youtube took you out of my feed and I had completely forgotten about it. Seeing it done makes me happy! Great job it turned out amazing

[@FrenchEyeCare]

Been following this for 4 years! Great and inspirational work. If you don’t already have something for this purpose the wood filing cabinet would make a great place organize and store phone cords, computer cords, charging blocks, etc.

[@ChappieFTW]

I’ve been here from the start I can’t believe it’s actually finished now. Amazing work on this your channel is the channel that actually got me into woodworking!

[@Artski]

FINALLY!!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥 been here since you first started with this building. Crazy!!!!!

[@Haashim]

i remember watching the first video, cant believe its been 4 years since then edit: how have you not hit 1 mil subs yet😳

[@noerudono]

I was here since day 1 of renovation and I've enjoyed every single episode. I can only ever dream of being able to do what you did. Congrats!

[@damionsiegel5498]

Thank you for bringing us along! You’re a major inspiration in my life!

[@billger5710]

How terrific to renovate an old building and preserve for the future. And most impressive is the array of DYI high quality components to the build. Looks fantastic.

[@MadridBK]

WOW! Congratulations, Clifford. It’s fantastic! 🤩🤩🤩

[@SopotKrzyn]

I am so happy for you, man !!!

[@frankdoyle3716]

Congratulations! It is fantastic and best of all it is you!

[@melitasir3235]

I remember watching the first video and several videos after that when I was preparing for university, it doesn't feel like it's been 4 years now and it's time for me to prepare for graduation. Congratulations!

[@omgnetwork5231]

glad to finally see this completed! Congratulations!

[@stevecox2703]

The State of Modustria on the Master Bedroom wall. I love it!

[@johne7212]

This is absolutely AMAZING! Congratulations!!!!!

[@EthanCarterDesigns]

What a journey Mike! Thanks for bringing us all along for the ride and the end result is no surprise...amazing!

[@OrionMitchell]

I remember watching your first video, life has been a roller coaster in those four years. Congrats mate, looks great.

[@winenot1]

Thank you for taking us along with you on this journey. I have thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@customledandfiberopticsinc2756]

I've been watching this since day one. I knew that it would be an amazing series, I just wasn't prepared for how amazing it really is. That library card catalog was the google of my day.

[@joelvinson]

I've always wanted a city loft exactly like this. I'm super jealous! It's gorgeous.

[@Jimmy-qc8hk]

Have been looking forward to this for years , really well done! So much value add!

[@SuperNicktendo]

Congratulations! Truly happy for you. Remember seeing the first video and for it to come together finally it's like I did some of the work myself.

[@slebdad]

The apothecary could be used to store pictures of all your projects. Doing this building renovation is what brought me to the channel. Here from the beginning.

[@barbarafling3790]

Everything you have done is awesome. Such talent!

[@bsoher67]

Great job! Thank you for the wonderful content for four years! Really enjoyed seeing all the changes.

[@_weilah_]

Have been following you since the first renovation episode as well and enjoyed every piece of your content. So thanks thanks thanks to you too

[@ssoffshore5111]

I've been following you since your early days, your creativity and drive never cease to amaze me!!! Your success is 110% deserved, congrats bro!

[@Ms1Explorer]

I can’t believe it’s been that long. Wow, you did an awesome job. Sit back and enjoy… for a little while!

[@bh1422]

It's finally done! WOW...CONGRATULATIONS ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@angelinaklineburgess5286]

Absolutely amazing !

[@jessicamcdonald4316]

It’s amazing following this for 4 years since the beginning. You did a wonderful job!

[@merrytv1963]

I'm very glad to be with you after 5 years 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@braydennazarian6615]

DUUUUDDEEEEE!!! It's so cool to see everything four years later. I still remember clicking on the first video you put out for this series. Look at you now!!!! You've worked so hard and you have a dope house and workplace to show for it. Congrats on everything and I can't wait to see what you have in store for us next! (And thank you for inspiring me to start some of my own designs and renovations!)

[@monkeysausageclub]

Mate it looks bloody brilliant, the added street art sets it off nicely. Super contemporary.

[@aequitas0118]

epic...watched everything over these last 4 years and just wow what a final product. a home you can truly live in forever and feel proud every step u take in it! kudos to you !!!

[@DocHolliday572]

Your channel appeared in my video list one day and when I saw the first video of you renovating this building I knew it was gonna be an exciting project watching you. I have to say you did an amazing job!!!

[@awoocow6026]

i have been here since the beginning.... congrats... u did a lot of hard work and you should be proud of yourself... wish i was as half as dedicated as you!!!

[@usamamuhammad6795]

Congratulations super proud of the hard work and dedication

[@ginag8323]

Been with you since the beginning and so far excited to see final results. WOW is all I can say! You hard work has def paid off. It’s beautiful!

[@hoda610]

WOW. i saw the very first episode 4 years ago and what you did is unbelievable, i can't even believe its been 4 years 😮

[@seattlematt]

Have I really been watching you work on that house for four years now? Dang . Thanks for the great content and it looks like it has all paid off.

[@tracyalan7201]

I can't believe it's been 4 years. It seemed to fly so quickly. The workmanship is top notch, perfect and I hope you never decide to move out of there. Good luck on the new projects. I will continue to be on the lookout for future videos.

[@dustins5487]

Feel like I just started watching last year. I started watching on your first Abandoned Building vid and can't believe it has been so long! Looks amazing and so glad to see you doing well!

[@HarryAbril]

Ive watched this from the start. So happy to see the final output!

[@puttmaster9634]

I can remember binging the first 5 videos that came out when I discovered your channel. Amazing to see the journey that you went through and the awesome result of it all. Congrats!