{"id":10210,"date":"2017-11-15T18:22:18","date_gmt":"2017-11-15T17:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.book-a-flat.com\/magazine\/?p=10210"},"modified":"2019-05-07T15:23:27","modified_gmt":"2019-05-07T13:23:27","slug":"home-renovation-paris-town-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.book-a-flat.com\/magazine\/en\/home-renovation-paris-town-house","title":{"rendered":"Before \/ After"},"content":{"rendered":"

This crumbling little townhouse in Paris\u2019 19th arrondissement needed a complete makeover.
\nWhen the owner moved in, they had no idea what was awaiting them.
\nAfter five years of perseverance, marked with several moments of despair but with a lot of love, the result is incredible.
\nTake a look at this furnished townhouse in pictures.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Purchase date:<\/strong> July 2012
\nSurface area:<\/strong> 43 square meters
\nRenovation duration:<\/strong> 1 year (August 2016 – August 2017)
\nCost of renovation:<\/strong> \u20ac121,500
\nArchitect:<\/strong> metamorphOse \u2013 Collectif d\u2019architectes<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photos taken by the owner during the renovation\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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A year of renovation work to transform this townhouse<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

What problems did you come up against?<\/h4>\n

There were a lot \u2014 I don\u2019t even know where to start! It was an obstacle-ridden journey.
\nAfter doing a roof and floorboard inspection, we discovered the poor condition of the framework. All of the wood was eaten away by termites and dry rot. Everything had to be gutted.
\nThe building was unique in that there were only two joint owners, and they had shared interests in the property. No renovation works could be voted on and approved, therefore, unless both owners agreed.<\/p>\n

What type of renovation work did you do and what trades were needed in your property?<\/h4>\n

The architect for this project was C\u00e9line Hautfenne from the metamorphOse architect collective.<\/p>\n

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Some of the work carried out:
\n\u2014 restoration of the framework, roofing, masonry and floorboards.
\nWe also wanted to take advantage of the renovation work to raise the roof ridge by one meter.
\nJust three days after work began, we noticed that the beams supporting the porch facades were completely ravaged and had to be replaced.
\n\u2014 masonry and structural engineer experts called in for beam replacement.
\n\u2014 floorboard removal.
\n\u2014 concrete rebars to increase wall resistance.
\n\u2014 creation of a mezzanine sleeping area.
\nWe won\u2019t mention the incalculable delays of the various artisans, which all caused backup delays because we were working with separate building trades for budget reasons.
\nDespite all the twists and turns (disagreements with the joint ownership, delays, accidents during work, extra costs, etc.) we never gave up, much to the surprise of most of our friends and family. The extent of our mishaps, the impact on the lives of Celine and I, on the contrary gave us an unshakeable determination that we had to see it through, so that these difficult moments would not be in vain. We put all our resources \u2014 time, money and energy \u2014 into this apartment becoming our victory, even more so because we met just after I purchased the property. It was with pride and emotion that we handed over the keys to our new Book-A-Flat<\/a> tenant.<\/p>\n

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Furnished studio<\/a> near the Buttes Chaumont park in Paris\u2019 19th arrondissement\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Table legs: Ripaton<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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White Italian tiles in the kitchen Tonalite<\/a> (Examatt bianco)<\/div><\/div>
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Open mezzanine bedroom with ladder<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The office corner overlooking the living room<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Custom Velux window to allow more light<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Sideboard acquired from second-hand vintage store, repainted by the owner<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Unfurl III sofa bed\/ Coffee table: Ik\u00e9a<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Tiles: Tonalite<\/a> (Examatt bianco)\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Cushions and throw rug: Maison du Monde<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Entirely renovated furnished townhouse, 43 sq.m<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

The renovation and decoration of the apartment were specially designed for tenants of all nationalities. It is functional yet cozy. The space is intelligently used and it is custom designed.
\nThe owner opted for a mezzanine with sleeping and office area, accessed by a sliding ladder. Several storage spaces have been built into the kitchen and living area, ideal for a couple.<\/p>\n

The kitchen and bathroom feature Italian tiling.
\nLetting plenty of light in was a key factor for the owner. Three windows in the living area and three Velux windows in the ceiling were installed so that the apartment would be bathed in light, as it is located on the first floor overlooking an inner courtyard.<\/p>\n

Any funny stories to tell us?<\/h4>\n

Well actually, I had bought this apartment five years ago and it was supposed to be my main residence. A few months later I met Celine, my girlfriend who is from Brussels, and also the architect for this project. She drew up the plans, and changed mine for life :)<\/p>\n

Furnished apartment available for rent<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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