Category Archives: Redcar Renovation

The answer is ‘yes – but not much’ The outer façade of the building front has generally stood the test of time and three-quarters of the original balconies still exist. When this building was converted into apartments in the early 90’s any original features were removed from the apartment. It appeared that the only featuresContinue reading “Victorian character – is there any in this building?”

With kind permission of the previous owners, I accessed the apartment prior to the completion of the sale and started making plans. Plan, plan and plan some more. Here was my list: Make a floor plan of the apartment, including load-bearing walls, radiators, electrical points, water points, windows and doors. I didn’t have access toContinue reading “Clearing the decks”