We have a list of structural and mechanical modifications/updates that we need to take care of:
* Update electrical
* Update plumbing - add laundry in upper two units, add dishwasher in upper two units
* Insulate
* Evaluate roof - white roof
* Add more heating ducts and look into the possibility of running a/c in the future.
* Re-work the railroad layouts, keeping the upper unit a 3 bedroom, modifying the 1st floor unit into a 2 bedroom
* Remove the wall added between kitchen and living room in the upper unit and open the space even further in both units.
* Add closets
* Add transoms to filter light throughout the building.
Then we have a list of cosmetic updates that will entice prospective apartment hunters upstairs and make us happy to live in the building downstairs. These design decisions are what I spend most of my time pondering, following new potential layouts.
I've collected a bunch of inspirational images from the internet and have developed a pretty good idea of what we'll do to both units.
Future Owner's Unit Bathroom:
Tile inspiration above via houzz.com It is reminiscent of the only original tile remaining visible in the house seen bellow (in need of love and restoration):
I've found the pedestal sinks for both units at Lowes but haven't pulled the trigger yet. I have been collecting Lowes gift cards from my Discover Card points in anticipation.
However, I have already acquired the tub/shower trim from Ebay along with the sink faucets and lighting for the Owner's Unit. The Owner's Unit medicine cabinet is a work in progress from craigslist.com. It will be a thing of beauty once I'm finished with it and it deserves a post of its own.
Now for a little eye candy, here are a few of the items I've collected thus far. I really am pretty proud of what I've been able to find within our budget.
Kohler Bancroft Tub/Shower Trim
Kohler Bancroft Widespread Sink Faucet
Restoration Hardware Devon Sconces
