EMPTY APARTMENT TOUR | 2 BEDROOM VICTORIAN HOME IN TORONTO | My Rental Reno S3 E1
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Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. New videos every Saturday! Welcome to season 3 of My Rental Reno! I’ve moved out of The Treehouse and I’m making over my new home from start to finish, room by room. Today I'm giving you an empty apartment tour of my new two bedroom Victorian home in Toronto before we do some renovations! So many more fun makeovers to come, so make sure you’re subscribed.
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Gorgeous apt! One reason my marriage works is that my H doesn’t care about how I decorate, lol. He noticed a “new” lamp…two years later.
Hahaah okay that is hilarious 😂😂🤣
My husband says he doesn’t care. However, when I start my process, he has SO MANY opinions and they DO NOT agree with my aesthetic. Argh! Funny though, we have already had to paint over several of his wall color choices. Yes, I will remind him of that when we are discussing (arguing) design and color. Lol
@@lynnharrell9598 my dad is similar 😅 my mom wants to change some things up and my dad always vetos it. So whenever my mom tries to come up and ask him first he sais he doesn't care, and does not want to have to think about these things. But whenever my mom then goes out und buys a new chair or curtains, he doesn't like them. Always. 🙈 Thankfully My husband is different 😂 he does have a certain aesthetic and an opinion, wich differs from my style - wich is difficult to Macht them sometimes, but at least we can talk about theses things and make some desicions together and noone is upset afterwards 😏❤️
Funny...my husband DOES have an option and he is actually really good! COVID finally taught him how to paint so decorating is much more fun (and easier!)...
My husband is the same way. He doesn't care what I buy or how I decorate.
The fact that Noah was my summer camp counselor for years and I only now found out that he’s your boyfriend!? Mind blowing🤯
Ahhh! I had a moment where I thought she was renting Kelsey’s upstairs from The Sorry Girls haha I know the timing doesn’t make sense and it’s not the same place but I had a moment where the stars aligned lol
I mean, they are in Canada 👀
Would you ever consider making a video discussing how to go about talking to a potential landlord about pre-move in updates to the space (ex: scraping popcorn ceilings, removing carpet, etc)? Would love some tips or dos and donts!
This is a great idea for a video
I agree. I have never heard of anyone asking a landlord to change flooring and update a kitchen before moving in…
@@sydneyvank3434 it’s a great idea unless you have an unscrupulous landlord and you upgrade the space so much that they decide to up your rent! I wonder if there is a way to write into the contract that they won’t do that! I swear I heard recently of a landlord doing that. Landlords are not going to complain if a renter wants to invest in their property - although are likely to want to veto choices of permanent fixtures (kitchens, bathrooms, flooring) which may not appeal to a broader rental market.
Hah, good luck finding a landlord to allow anything like this.. or most things she does in her apartments for that matter. 🙄 all the land owners around me want $1000 for a place that's falling apart and they won't even allow pets.
I ASKED my boyfriend several times “Is it cool if I buy X things for the apartment?” And he’s like “Yeah, I don’t care. Do whatever you want. Stop asking.” Flash forward a few weeks and he’s like “I don’t like it.” Girl. I went off lol
SAME!!!
Next time when you are buying something, let's say it is a lounge chair, go with two options (either one is to your liking!) and present the two options to your significant other and have him chose one. That way he'd have an input and you'd be happy too. And it would be a Win-Win situation for both of you. ;)
@@nycgraphist Such a wise advice! Thank you!
@@nycgraphist Agreed! Definitely have done this one before. My husband and I have pretty similar tastes so it's a bit easier. I found his one no-go is anything floral (i.e. floral wall paper or art or decorative pillows). It's a bit to "girly" for him. But I have my own space, our sunroom, where he doesn't like to go. So I can floral that place up and he doesn't say a thing ;)
omg yeah!! I wanted to paint our bedroom white and I showed him the colour and asked if he liked it and he's like i don't care and I asked several times and he's like i don't care and then we painted and he's like "I think it's too bright" and it's like AGHGGH but he's cool with it now lol
I’m so excited for the treehouse 2.0 and I LOVE that you’ll be talking about collaborating with a partner (something I struggle with myself !) so I’m excited to see your take in that
Oh that bath !!! Speaking from experience, be sure to allow Noah his opinions and dealbreakers - it can be easy to get everything your own way when your bloke is such a sweetie. 13 years living with my easygoing husband and our current home has an office that's all his. It's so messy it puts my teeth on edge but it's his space - I simply close the door when it gets too much. So excited for you both. Hi from Australia xx
I love how you phrased this. I think I have a door to close… #SweetHusbands 💘
omg, thats literally what I do with my husband's office, it's MESSY but it's his space! lol
Same on my husband’s office. Also I am an American married to a kiwi. I have design domain and power of veto on the inside of our home and he has that on the outside and in the gardens. It works!
I have made "He lives here, too" into a mantra. It helps a lot to remember that.
I do the same, I just shut the door to my husband’s office! It’s his domain so he has it as messy as he likes, I don’t comment and he cleans it himself!
What a gorgeous space! And I am assuming the entry is for your apartment only. Please do not store the vacuum in the pantry/storage closet. Evertyime you want something, you’ll need to move it. Put the vacuum in the utility closet.
I think it would be a challenge to go from one pink, pompom loving person to make the change to accommodate another person's likes when they are not pom pom/pink lovers . It might be interesting to see the collab on styles between you two. Also a learning curve.
I painted my stairs black. BIG, huge mistake. I had to dust them daily. You have a white cat. Good luck with that. 🤓
The stained glass IS gorgeous - you are right, Noah!
you are so lovely together and that apartment is gorgeous , really want to see what you will do as you have great decor ideas.
It's actually very smart to reno the kitchen in the fall, after you used it and lived in the space for some time - you will know what you want and need based not only on your ultimate likes but on the experiences from using this specific space :) Hope it all will turn out well.
Congratulations to you two! I love the Victorian flair. How nice that you will be able to work with your landlord, and what a bonus that he is an architect! Looking forward to your great ideas!
I’m wondering if this tree house 2.0 will come with raccoons 2.0!
It doesn’t thank goodness!!!
It doesn’t YET
Beautiful space!
Collaboration starts with changing your language. Nice to hear you starting to refer to it as “our” apartment. 💚
the house has great character. that architecture deserves something special I am with Noah here enough with the girly stuff haha
I'm 59 and you've been inspiring to me
I agree! I’m 64 and love watching her transform places. Sometimes I think something just isn’t going to work, but when she’s done t looks so good!
I agree 58!
I feel the same! I am 51 lol
The place is stunning!!! Looking forward to seeing the transformation! Will there be a dedicated playlist, please 😃?
Here we are, her CZcams moms. I’m 59 too and love her makeovers.
I think you'll be needing Ross to help PIVOT furniture up the unit.
Pivot....piiiiiiiiVotttt...PIVOOOOOOT LOL
I don't think it's gonna pivot anymore...
I don't think I've ever seen a kitchen with a bench like this and I'm obsessed!!! That window, and it's gonna look so good with cushions and imagine relaxing there and reading or something while your partner cooks and you can just chat a little and it's just gonna be lovely to hang out with together while one person cooks and the other person just wants to relax but you will want to spend time together.... can you tell I'm in love?
what a cool idea to put a bench into a kitchen!!
Just a bit of unsolicited advice, but from experience, all black stairs ESPECIALLY flat is a bad idea. It will show and hold dirt like nobody's business. I learned the super hard way. And we were take shoes off people. We ended up finding a real neat carpet/runner material that was thin that was also narrow and we ran up the middle of the stairs that gave a pop of interest as well and cut down on the dirt. Still had to clean them a lot, but it was way better. Just a thought.
Also, so grateful that my husband could are less how I decide to decorate the home, but we also have similar taste anyway, and I'm also not very "girly" in my decor, what is more feminine in my decor is presented in our bedroom, but even then it's more antique Victorian meets old farmhouse with a pinch of boho, and we both love antique items, and eclecticism. I dont know what I would do if he did not like my style. Lol
I thought the same thing.
Treehouse and victorian are your thing 🤗 love it!! Excited for the upcoming makeovers.
I honestly gasped when I saw the stained glass, and then again when I saw the bathroom! Also - you can have SO MANY PLANTS!!
Your stained glass window is so beautiful. The whole place is lovely - can’t wait to see how you transform it.
"oh but you wanna really fight!" 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks James!
Wait. You've never had a microwave!? mind blown. How do you reheat your food?? ❤️
I've never had a microwave either (and I don't intend to buy one in the future), if it's liquid food (soup, stew), I reheat it on the stove, if it's solid food, I put it in the oven for 5 minutes.
In a pan
Microwave is bad for your health guys! Don't use it..
At one point we had 2 microwaves growing up. The old one and the new one. 🤣
I don’t have a microwave either and I don’t miss it at all. I reheat my food either in the oven or a pan. The microwave makes everything soggy
Do a Murphy bed for the office/guest room
Or at least a pull out sofa bed
I absolutely love your enthusiasm and energy. You remind me of my daughter when she gets excited. I'm 60 so I have unofficially adopted you.
What a gorgeous place. You kept talking about replacing/changing things that are ALREADY beautiful, though. 😂 Regardless, can’t wait to see!
You have no idea what perfect timing this series is! My husband and I are moving to a duplex apartment and the entry way and stairs leading to our bedrooms on the 3rd floor have been tripping me up. I am so excited to see everything that you do and get some inspo!
Lottie is going to love the bench in the kitchen!
So much potential! Plus, your boyfriend is adorable, and you can tell he adores you. Definitely a keeper.
U two are already arguing like a married couple❤️😂 over a shower curtain 😂
Love it! Curious to know your first steps with working with a landlord on painting/lighting/and even the more in depth renovations you've done
Working on renovating our house for the past 13 years. The best design comes from my crazy ideas and my husband bringing me back to hearth. I still make most of the design decisions and he executes 😂. Arguing on this topic is part of the process and compromise. Love the new apartment, I can’t wait to see the changes. Hugs from Brussels, Belgium!!!
I am so happy for you, you've been a blessing to me as well as an inspiration to me. At times i feel like giving up. Right now I'm just waiting for the financial part to come through. Thank you
Never give up La Vern - you are awesome.
Congrats Alexandra! I'm in love with the apartment and its vintage Victorian charm. Its beautiful.
You & Noah are so cute together!! Love the apartment!! So roomy & nice!! Beautiful features!! 💓
Congrats ! The apartment looks great ! Like the way Noah is just chilling out and appearing here and there during the video. Wish you a lot of fun planning and decorating !
When i see her dreams coming true I feel like someday, mine will too.
That living room window is everything!!!!
My partner totally makes big design decisions without me all the time and then I veto it and he has to figure out how to get it back to the store lol. It can definitely be a challenge decorating a home together when both people have opinions!
The first home my husband and I moved into I hated from the start. He wouldn’t let me design anything...change anything...nothing...other than bedding or storage. He saw how unhappy that made me so when we moved into our new home he said I could do whatever I wanted. I still keep him in mind when I change things, but it’s nice to have that freedom and not be unhappy in my own space anymore.
🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 🖤🖤🖤
I can’t wait to watch all the videos. I’m so happy for you. ❤️
It’s lovely with lots of character; enjoy every moment of the process and thanks for taking us along for the ride xo
Wishing you both loads of happiness and laughter in your new home. And some awesome renos too😁
Feels like a house 😍 can't wait to see what you create in this beautiful new home ❤️
Sooooo happy for you and Noah! A new beginning and the most important new home decor! Wish you two the best and make new memories together.
A great opportunity for videos of you and your staff working right along with the landlord's contractors to show us exactly to diy all kinds of challenging reno ideas.
I like the vibe of the old already. Looking forward to more videos. My favourite parts so far are the windows and the balcony.
So very happy for you, Alexandra! You are dear to so many of us.
It’s so pretty. I think it’s cute how excited you are about it. Can’t wait to see all the new designs in it. Best of everything to you and Noah
Wow, what a great find - can't wait to watch the changes you two make! EXCITED for you both!!!
So excited for you. I look forward to watching everything you do!
Yaaay! So excited for you guys. I'll miss the Treehouse but I can't wait to see all the new rental renos that you BOTH come up with. 😃 I hope Lottie is also enjoying her new space 😻👍🏾
Gah! I can barely contain my excitement. The new place is absolutely stunning and will be beyond incredible once you start doing your updates. Sooooo so soooo excited to see how this all comes together!
Such a beautiful space, and I'm excited to see how your style evolves now that you're living with a partner!
I'm lucky to have a husband who generally loves anything I buy, but searching for things that I know we'll both love is so rewarding ❤️
So happy for y’all. And to see all of the new makeovers. YAY!!! The house is beautiful and full of charm already. You will def take it up a notch or three. Congrats on everything. Blessings from Texas.
How exciting! Wishing you both all the very best.
so happy for both of you- can't wait to see the new vids.
Love your new place! Can’t wait to see what you two do to make it your new home.
Congratulations on the new place!!! I will definitely be waiting every week for updates and pinching ideas as we moved into our new house a year ago, a week before lockdown in the UK and we’re only starting to plan our renovations! Good luck!!!
What a beautiful place! Can’t wait for all of the videos!
Congratulations 🍾🎉🎊 Alexandra and Noah! I love your new place together! Best wishes! Looking forward to see all the upgrades and beauty you will bring!
So excited for you! Can't wait to watch.
I live with my boyfriend for almost 2 years now. At first I moved to his place so it was more his stuff but now we are moving to a new place together. So I need the tips asap, perfect timing
Cant wait for the makeovers!!! Congrats on your new apartment Alexandra!! 🥰
Sooooo exited for the new house!!! Congrats guys!
Omg so excited for you both !!!!!
Lovely place, Alexandra. It’s a joy watching you over time... I’ve been here since The Home Primp! 💖
I 100% value my partner’s opinion, but I am always so grateful that he has zero preference when it comes to design choices lol.
So happy for you and Noah. 💜 Can’t wait to see the progress! 🤗
Wonderful, can’t wait to see what you do. So exciting!!!
So excited for you two!
I think Dani should make something for the office/guest room.
This is so exciting! Can’t wait to see you makeover this space for you & Noah. ❤️❤️
They are such a cute couple! I love their chemistry! Can't wait for the new series.
Super excited for this new series! It’s such a beautiful home, and the new flooring is going to suit it so much better.
It really IS the treehouse 2.0! 😄🌸✨
Super excited for you both! Can’t wait to see all you do!💕
You both are beaming with happiness 🥰
SO excited to see all the changes you will both make! Love the stain glass window
I just bought my first investment property and I wish I could have a renter like you
Wow Alexandra, what a beautiful space! Can’t wait for the upcoming videos✨
Love the new place, so excited to see what you do with it! Congrats.
I LOVE it! I am so excited for you and Noah and I cannot wait for all the new content. First the new office nad now the new home. Well done Alexandra.
I am so excited!!!! I just closed on my first home 😁 and this is so insprining!! I’m so excited to watch your journey while I start my next!
Thank you for sharing your work and your story! ❤️ Longtime fan, first time commenter.
Congratulations on your move and the new home! I can’t wait to see what you do with this space. 💕🙌🏾
My god that appartment is gorgeos! Those trims and moldings! And the fireplace and the windows facing the tree house patio. It looks like you'll make intona very beautiful cozy home. So excited to see how all changes 🤗
Renovations are tough on even very good relationships, even if you have the same style. When my husband and I renovated the house we bought, I told him, "When we're done with this, I'm filing for divorce!" I sent thank you notes you my two brothers-in-law for hanging all our wallpaper, but added that their real contribution was saving our marriage, because if my husband and I had had to do it, we would have been ex-in-laws. When the renos were done, the relationship was still intact and we love our home. Hang in there! I'm really looking forward to the evolution of Treehouse 2.0.
Excited for this new chapter! ❤❤❤❤❤
Congratulations I’m so happy for the both of y’all💃🏽🥰
my husband (5.5 years) isn’t picky at all, we’ve lived in 5 homes so far (just realized that and I’m mind blown) and he’s always commented on how beautiful our spaces turn out.
Can’t wait for all the upcoming makeovers videos 👏🏻🙏🏻🥰
So excited for all of this😃👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. Very happy for you and Noah, too!
Gorgeous house! Can't wait to see the makeover!!! You always have excellent ideas!
So happy for you both!! A beautiful space!!!
What a cool apartment! Looooove all the character! Such a gem. Can’t wait to see what you do with the styling!
Congratulations 🎉🍾🎈🎊. So exciting....I hope you enjoy many happy moments in your new home with Noah and Lottie..... and wonderful memories