HUGE Transformation. The Final Reveal!

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2023
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    This week we see a massive transformation on our property in Northern Italy by finishing the power washing of the inside walls.
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    We are Heather, Bradey, Alexa and Chloe. We purchased an abandoned stone barn in the foothills of the Italian Alps and we are working together as a family to renovate and restore this old stone barn into our dream home.

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  • @RaisingVoyagers
    @RaisingVoyagers  Před rokem +11

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      @tricianicholls2371 Před 11 měsíci

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      @lynnheubach6135 Před 11 měsíci

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      @romykarlen2683 Před měsícem

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  • @TheNewbys
    @TheNewbys Před rokem +68

    Great video team. We love it! That house is going to be epic when it’s done. 👍👍😎

  • @ErikaWelindt-cs6uz
    @ErikaWelindt-cs6uz Před rokem +4

    Italy, the most beautyful country in the world. What a dream to be able do to this

  • @ukrainian_homestead_by_julia

    It’s better than watch a movie 🍿 you are made so good videos 😊

  • @Kevin-is-here
    @Kevin-is-here Před rokem +41

    Can’t imagine building this back in the day, the amount of work just moving those stones is crazy, looks really cool & thanks for sharing 👍🏼

  • @lenorakimball6661
    @lenorakimball6661 Před rokem +10

    As I watching your splendid adventure, I am mourning the loss of my youth. My husband of 50+ years & I have restored/remodeled our different properties over the years. We were always considered adventurous...or crazy! Seeing what you two are doing in Italy, makes my heart sing all the while I am wishing I had another life to spend being more adventurous. Oh to be even 40 years younger! I would definitely choose to follow in your footsteps.
    You & your girls are creating a stunning home & a remarkable life for yourselves. Well done! Whatever will you do when you complete the renovations?
    Wishing you every speck of joy & contentment! ...do your girls need a pony? How about a pony & a 2 wheeled cart!!! 😊 Cheers!

  • @shannanbegley8189
    @shannanbegley8189 Před rokem +32

    The stone is gorgeous, has to be satisfying after all the hard work.

  • @WildlifeCat17
    @WildlifeCat17 Před rokem +67

    I've been watching this series for quite a long time now. It's amazing that you guys are desperate and have a full on heart to build this house! You guys deserve a sub from everybody!!

    • @judyrau5309
      @judyrau5309 Před 11 měsíci +3

      Can't wait to see this beautiful stone house when you are done 😊

  • @avacadman2155
    @avacadman2155 Před rokem +14

    I think it is great to power blast as now it reveals the pure Beauty of the stonework and all the colours of the stones! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @ndldlv528
    @ndldlv528 Před rokem +38

    Families like you folks puts a smile on my face, what a blessing to watch the progress and the beautiful space, your home!

  • @susanbanack4855
    @susanbanack4855 Před rokem +23

    Such an enormous transformation. The bare rock is going to be so beautiful as a back drop for every day living.

  • @thereseramey7743
    @thereseramey7743 Před rokem +25

    Tedious hard work but well worth it! The transformation of the stones are beautiful!

  • @Brikegha
    @Brikegha Před rokem +4

    ما شاء الله افكركم ديما زينة الله يبارك الله يكمل

  • @margaretrosin7853
    @margaretrosin7853 Před rokem +11

    That house will be so breathtaking! How amazing that you took on this challenge. It will be a treasure that you pass down through the generations.

  • @dswarts9386
    @dswarts9386 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Outstanding, removing the old mortar enhances the beauty of the natural stones, great job! Thank you for sharing, looking forward to more reveals 😊😊😊

  • @beechua6829
    @beechua6829 Před rokem +8

    Can't wait to see the end result, its going to be gorgeous! Putting in stained glass window on the kitchen window will look great.

  • @kiskatalin2206
    @kiskatalin2206 Před rokem +28

    Wonderful wall.😮 Just I think how built this house. Each stone is precisely connected. Fantastic. Enjoy it and view is amazing too.☺️

    • @RaisingVoyagers
      @RaisingVoyagers  Před rokem +9

      The amount of work they put in stacking the stones is incredible!’

    • @picholoup
      @picholoup Před rokem +6

      kiskatalin2206 it's amazing what the people living in these mountains accomplished. Just imagine the transportation with the little technical means they had a t the time. Those walls, where every stone has been placed with precision and they were just rather poor farmers, not real builders.
      We took the mortar off our outside walls. The stone has another color here, it's more of an honey color, but the construction is about the same. We did joint them though and insulated the interior walls with hemp chaff and loam . The winters here in the mountains are cold and wet and while we loved our bare stonewalls in the beginning of our journey some 42 years ago, we quickly realized they were too expensive in heating materials. So we still have the beautyful stonework on the outside, but the comfort of a very efficient insulation on the inside. This also works for the summer to keep the place fresh, because once a stone wall really is heated through, it works like a stove. But of course this looks gorgeous, but, hey, experience will tell them that this will cost them enormous amount of heating material over time, and depending if they really plan to live there for their whole life, they will learn eventually.

    • @bettyoliver2417
      @bettyoliver2417 Před rokem +1

      But didn't they say that ACCORDING TO REGULATIONS, the OUTSIDE HAS to be insulated or am I rembering wrong?

    • @morningstarbedell5318
      @morningstarbedell5318 Před rokem +1

      I was admiring the wall to beautiful

    • @picholoup
      @picholoup Před rokem +2

      @@bettyoliver2417 I don't know about Italy, here in France it's your choice. I personally preferred the inside for several reasons. The windows in these old houses are kind of small, so besides the insulation we put on the inside to keep heating costs(wood) lower, it also was a question of light. And our stone is a much warmer color and much lighter than theirs. I kind of wish I could put a photo in here to show the difference. It's funny though because the color of the stone can change in short distances. Our village, as the crow flies, is only three kms away, and the stones down there are very much like the stones in the video.

  • @Skattie
    @Skattie Před rokem +6

    Man that looks so cool, water is natures cleaner ❤

  • @Ana-Maria-Sierra
    @Ana-Maria-Sierra Před rokem +2

    Those open spaces in the walls were intentional so when they needed to do repairs or access the roof they had a place to insert the poles or planks which the used to help them climb and set up platforms.

  • @SJ47668
    @SJ47668 Před rokem +7

    You guys have such a strong vision. To be able to look at that blank canvas and talk about where your bed will be and the view. I really admire that.

  • @Charlie-xm6dg
    @Charlie-xm6dg Před rokem +6

    Well it will be beautiful when you are done. It would make me nervous to remove so much mortar but I guess the local contractors do this all of the time so they know what they are talking about. Looking forward to the end result.

  • @dorothythompson9204
    @dorothythompson9204 Před rokem +13

    I just love your enthusiasm for your home. What a lovely family. Thank you for allowing us to see this beautiful time in your lives. It is truly a pleasure to watch.

  • @yescarlett
    @yescarlett Před 3 měsíci +1

    Kudos to the man of the family, he has done some hard labor on the stone house!! Bravo!

  • @dianestephenson8528
    @dianestephenson8528 Před rokem +14

    This is such an adventure. I look forward to watching the progress every week.

  • @cindysmithlucinda6369
    @cindysmithlucinda6369 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I really love these videos of Bradley. He may be the most mindful person I’ve ever seen. Always level and focused and slow to react with negative emotions, and no quick decisions - always thinking things through.

  • @lydm3398
    @lydm3398 Před rokem +3

    Love the power wash process. It also does away with all the dirt and daily dust building up as well, not just the old mortar etc. ?? How will you clean wall going forward once pointed. An air blower maybe?? You would not catch me dusting them time to time! Lol

  • @cherrydowns7745
    @cherrydowns7745 Před rokem +2

    Love those church bells, something so comforting about that sound. The washed rocks look so much better!!!

  • @user-lr8jc4rt7j
    @user-lr8jc4rt7j Před rokem +9

    I can't wait to see the finished product!❤

  • @cynthiawhite333
    @cynthiawhite333 Před rokem +15

    This is so worth the wait, loving the journey🙏

  • @LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn
    @LoreeVanderWerf-si8sn Před rokem +16

    Love the transformation so far. Your home is going to look gorgeous.

  • @keagleeagle821
    @keagleeagle821 Před rokem +7

    The stones are beautiful

  • @tarapayne4945
    @tarapayne4945 Před rokem +2

    Always-you guys make my Sunday Morning Warm and Shiny 🥰 Gratitude 🙏
    💜🌺💜🌺💜🌺💜🌺💜

  • @kerrylynnparsons7879
    @kerrylynnparsons7879 Před rokem +2

    Stunning!!! Absolutely stunning!!! Kudos!!! 😎🎶🥰❤️❤️❤️🏠

  • @deb7518
    @deb7518 Před rokem +2

    As you were surveying the beautiful, cleaned stones in the video, and working on the hewn logs, I suddenly flashed onto an image in my head of your girls as elderly women, running their fingers over the wood and stones their Daddy had worked over so tirelessly to make them this home. What a legacy you're leaving them!

  • @n.j.990
    @n.j.990 Před rokem +2

    I don't know of anyone more multi skilled than this person.

  • @lukekao8136
    @lukekao8136 Před rokem +13

    You are doing an amazing job compared to day 1 and you have a beautiful family. Ty for sharing your build. :)

  • @tessasinclair6315
    @tessasinclair6315 Před rokem +11

    This is currently THE project that I'm looking forward to seeing completed 👌🏼 🤗 😍 Love it! Thank you for letting us share in this epic journey 🙏🏼 💞

  • @hanneliewiese3477
    @hanneliewiese3477 Před rokem +14

    The stones are just beautiful ! I am so excited for you guys !

  • @kkerr1953
    @kkerr1953 Před rokem +6

    Wow! I thought the stonewalls looked good once you took all the mortar/lime off of them, but they have absolutely come alive after this power washing. I would’ve thought it would’ve caused the whole thing to tumble down into a pile of rubble. I guess that’s why it’s always good to consult the local craftsmen. Thanks for bringing us on this journey. It’s been amazingly interesting!

  • @janicelemieux2578
    @janicelemieux2578 Před rokem +4

    Power washing is so satisfying. Looks amazing. Great work🤗🇨🇦

  • @JustMuah57
    @JustMuah57 Před rokem +3

    looks amazing ya'll are doing such a great job bringing that house to life

  • @anitavarela8850
    @anitavarela8850 Před rokem +8

    I love the way the stones look, good job!, so clean and fresh

  • @pollyb.4648
    @pollyb.4648 Před rokem +2

    As your non-resident geologist, lol, I approve. Those stone walls are so So beautiful!!😍

  • @heinzgassner1057
    @heinzgassner1057 Před rokem +6

    Love the hand-crafted beams. What a difference, what a radiant beauty (well, I know that it’s also a lot of work) ❤

  • @shelly881
    @shelly881 Před rokem +2

    Stones look great….bet it feels nice knowing they are all so clean.

  • @MsGringa24
    @MsGringa24 Před rokem +12

    Those stone walls look amazing and looks like you have new roof which is a huge plus!

  • @BernadetteOntong
    @BernadetteOntong Před rokem +4

    This is beyond awesome🙌🙌🙌

  • @cindyrasley627
    @cindyrasley627 Před rokem +10

    This will be ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING when finished ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ The STONE is GORGEOUS! Hang in there! I just CANT IMAGINE each stone being strategically placed by hand 😲😩😩😩😩😀😀😀WOW! What a unique treasure! LOVE ❤️

  • @Ana-Maria-Sierra
    @Ana-Maria-Sierra Před rokem +3

    It’s looking spectacular!

  • @richardthornhill4630
    @richardthornhill4630 Před rokem +1

    The end result will be very rewarding and satisfying.

  • @Syaxamaphone
    @Syaxamaphone Před rokem +2

    I think footage of safety measures like screwing the ladder down to the beams is a great thing to do

  • @elizabethsmith1819
    @elizabethsmith1819 Před rokem +6

    the stone walls look amazing! what a great decision !

  • @davecurda2350
    @davecurda2350 Před rokem +3

    I personally like the dark stone look , I would spray a clear coat over the stone to keep the “wet look “

  • @melissareid640
    @melissareid640 Před rokem +8

    Unbelievably beautiful awesome work! I am so happy for you and all of your accomplishments- You have come so far in a short amount of time, Congratulation-

  • @krisg3984
    @krisg3984 Před rokem +2

    Did you ever feel you’ve gone 2 steps ahead & 1 backward ? I started a project and what I didn’t know, I didn’t know.
    That is what makes procrastination on new project so easy- be brave and know it’s 5x the effort initially assumed. You- are awesome. !!

  • @ChasingLifeWithLittles
    @ChasingLifeWithLittles Před rokem +7

    Love the video! You guye inspire me to chase my dreams! ❤

  • @bigbird2100
    @bigbird2100 Před rokem +6

    Great video 👍 When you come to lime mortar you might consider a injection application like a caulking gun
    or air powered to get deep and less waste 😊

    • @deb7518
      @deb7518 Před rokem +1

      Yes, I think an injection-type mortar application would be better, as hand pointing it from the outside might end up covering too much stone back up.

  • @luciasammut5018
    @luciasammut5018 Před rokem +6

    Love watching your hard work you're doing an amazing job ,love your family , God bless you all xxx

  • @nicolafazio674
    @nicolafazio674 Před 6 měsíci +1

    You guys deserve a Netflix program you’re all incredible

  • @moniquevelasco20
    @moniquevelasco20 Před rokem +5

    Guys, thank s is by far the best decision you’ve made on the rebuild. The stone looks amazing and it was faster. I’m looking forward the seeing the final finish. Definitely hard work always pays off. Great job. Love and be safe!🤗😘🌼🇻🇪

  • @shanecomeback8296
    @shanecomeback8296 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Plant lavender along the walls and put dried lavender in shallow boxes in all the windowsills to keep scorpions out.

  • @merlenedawes8858
    @merlenedawes8858 Před rokem +2

    I get so anxious to see you complete it..
    Do not get too tired.I understand your determination and that's great.I built a house from scratch...You are indeed a hard worker..
    Can't wait to see it liveable...

  • @kennisjarvis8105
    @kennisjarvis8105 Před rokem +4

    So very amazing!

  • @kathleenabelaperez2153
    @kathleenabelaperez2153 Před rokem +2

    The stones are beautiful. A skylight if possible will show off and brighton up as well.

  • @davidstuart4915
    @davidstuart4915 Před rokem +3

    You are really earning your future home! - Soooo much work and drive, well done :)

  • @bobguenther6658
    @bobguenther6658 Před rokem +2

    What an improvement! Looks amazing.

  • @andreaandrea6716
    @andreaandrea6716 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Happy House!!! (I always think that houses choose people. This house is a LUCKY house to have found this family!)

  • @elisabetta4478
    @elisabetta4478 Před rokem +2

    That homestead together with the background view makes it all picturesque ❤complimenti. Bravi bravi

  • @carolfaberpeake857
    @carolfaberpeake857 Před rokem +6

    The stone looks amazing, yes a lot of work to be done but you are getting there! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @judithgreen3689
    @judithgreen3689 Před rokem +2

    The stone walls clean up beautifully. It's truly a labor of love!

  • @dawnecamacho2601
    @dawnecamacho2601 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I love the view of the city from your house. Keep strong and God will give you the perseverance and strength to keep going on. Love your family. Keep the church bells ringing.

  • @TocaStar2214
    @TocaStar2214 Před 4 měsíci +1

    watching the power washing is so satisfying

  • @patriciaschachtner6104
    @patriciaschachtner6104 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you for your podcast. I always check in with you guys when I want to slow down and treat myself to beautiful scenery. I especially love the early pcs with the goats, as my eldest brother raised goats in upstate NY and it filled my heart with joy to see them. God Bless you and your family.

  • @edmundmiller70
    @edmundmiller70 Před 8 měsíci +1

    For wood cutting, I have a stainless steel saw that I bought from Sheffield England. I like Japanese style saws for carpentry work.
    I love your wood and stone work. It encourages me to do more here.

  • @storrienorrie7147
    @storrienorrie7147 Před 11 měsíci +1

    You have worked so hard you deserve to succeed. Hope you get your visa problem fixed soon. The Italian Govt. Should be grateful you are bringing their housing stock back to life. WELL DONE. DON'T LET THE BUGGERS GET YOU DOWN.

  • @user-uk2jf6kl6n
    @user-uk2jf6kl6n Před rokem +2

    You guys are doing a great job! I can't wait to see you all finally moved into your home and I'm sure you feel the same a lot more. I hope you don't give up, it's an absolutely magical area and I love hearing those church bells in the distance. God bless you all and the best of luck with all you do.

  • @jenniferholmes1517
    @jenniferholmes1517 Před rokem +2

    So satisfying! Great job folks!

  • @solo34amos
    @solo34amos Před rokem +2

    Your view is awesome! Love watching your progress.

  • @bobhale8325
    @bobhale8325 Před rokem +2

    Beautiful stone walls. Pressure washing sure is making the difference. Those hand hewn logs are so labor intensive and they also must be very rewarding.

  • @juditszabo8751
    @juditszabo8751 Před rokem +3

    Great job, guys!

  • @cherylbutler446
    @cherylbutler446 Před rokem +1

    I’ve never known anyone work so hard!

  • @Secular-Serenity
    @Secular-Serenity Před rokem +2

    Those rock walls are beautiful! I’m so glad you went ahead and pressure washed them and I agree about the lights shining on them. So so pretty.

  • @WildlifeCat17
    @WildlifeCat17 Před rokem +10

    I've been watching these series for quite a long time now.. It's been a wonderful adventure to see you guys put your heart on this build. You guys deserve subscribers from everyone!

  • @noiseosoutros
    @noiseosoutros Před rokem +2

    Thank you my friends ❤

  • @avasgranb1
    @avasgranb1 Před rokem +1

    I hope you someday offer guest visits, as my senior knees won’t tolerate your tours.❤️

  • @barbaraweiss3119
    @barbaraweiss3119 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for sharing! What an incredible project!

  • @lynneclark5313
    @lynneclark5313 Před rokem +4

    LOVE the color of the stone too!!! Good to see you have local help. What do they think of your project?

  • @26skogen
    @26skogen Před 9 měsíci

    I think the original builders of your house are smiling down on you for recognizing the beauty of what they did, and for saving the house.

  • @dyannejohnson6184
    @dyannejohnson6184 Před rokem +3

    I would think, it is hygienic for living in the home too….that has been empty for a long time …creatures have housed and marked their territory….I think you have been very wise

  • @linara7157
    @linara7157 Před 11 měsíci +1

    The stones are gorgeous 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

  • @maggpie5552
    @maggpie5552 Před rokem

    Hi yall. Just love those walls, so pretty.

  • @davidwhiren817
    @davidwhiren817 Před 10 měsíci +1

    If you are big on your dream life , you want your head to the north when you sleep it will aid in dream flow & clarity with the dream !!!

  • @younishammali2287
    @younishammali2287 Před 13 dny

    Great family life project! Hard workers with passion, enjoyment and love.
    I wish you numbered the episodes as you completed each stage.
    Good luck.

  • @davidkoehler136
    @davidkoehler136 Před rokem +1

    I love your Period ax.

  • @staceyhazelett2397
    @staceyhazelett2397 Před rokem +2

    I watch alot of renovation videos and have only ever seen one other guy hand hewn logs! Lost art for sure, but not easy on the upper body❤👏

    • @RaisingVoyagers
      @RaisingVoyagers  Před rokem

      It’s surprisingly fun! Somewhat therapeutic

    • @cc-carol5951
      @cc-carol5951 Před rokem +1

      ​@@RaisingVoyagersI keep thinking that there is no need for an exercise gym as you must have created a lot of muscle mass just doing the different tasks involved in thi house!!!
      You are doing such a remarkable job!!!

  • @joanlewis3135
    @joanlewis3135 Před 11 měsíci

    What a difference the power washing has made to the stones….absolutely love how the inside of the house is beginning to look….keep up the good work!!!🎉

  • @GoogleAccount-hz2co
    @GoogleAccount-hz2co Před rokem +1

    Amazing cleaning of the stone walls. Great job it looks so beautiful. Maybe you should make a video of the town that you are living in, it would be interesting to see it, I love the sound of the church bells. Until the next video wish you well.

  • @patriziadelorenzis378
    @patriziadelorenzis378 Před rokem +1

    Such a brave enterprise, concerned about door openings but all the best.

  • @edmundmiller70
    @edmundmiller70 Před 8 měsíci

    My ceiling is a cathedral knotty pine. I have oak wainscot, and wood throughout the home. But I did most of my floors in stone.

  • @remypaulin8368
    @remypaulin8368 Před rokem

    What a treasured house!👵soo georgeous😍