S1 E1 The 1908 Italian Revival
Built to Last
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10m
The project focuses on renovating a 1908 Italian revival house, highlighting its architectural significance. The renovation restores original details, addresses past additions, and enhances the Italian garden. Inside, the grand hall's non-original decorations are removed to reveal rich woodwork. The outdated kitchen is redesigned to reflect historical roots, and poor bathroom design choices are corrected. The project advocates for a return to beautiful construction and shares resources for improving craftsmanship.
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