Heart Home magazine Issue 12 August 2014 | Page 13

With unforeseen problems like this, along with
anticipated but no less lengthy tasks ahead, such as
completely re-plumbing and rewiring the building,
this project was undoubtedly going to be a labour of
love.
“I was also braced for a fair bit of camping in here
while we sorted out the fundamentals,” Nick agrees.
“As it turned out I spent the first 18 months in here
surviving with only cold running water, a kettle and
a single electric frying pan to cook on.”
So, like most people, Nick’s obvious priorities after
making the building sound were to install a kitchen
and bathroom as soon as possible. However, it is
how he’s undertaken and executed these fundamental
elements of the conversion that has made his home
unique.
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