The project focuses on renovating a 1908 Italian revival house, highlighting its architectural significance. The renovation restores original details, addresses past additions, and enhances the Italian garden. Inside, the grand hall's non-original decorations are removed to reveal rich woodwork. The outdated kitchen is redesigned to reflect historical roots, and poor bathroom design choices are corrected. The project advocates for a return to beautiful construction and shares resources for improving craftsmanship.
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S1E9 The HVAC System Behind the Home
An advanced HVAC system is installed in a multimillion-dollar home, showcasing teamwork between Mitsubishi and Homans. Key topics include heat load calculations, insulation types, and equipment sizing to prevent humidity issues. The impact of solar heat gain from large windows leads to an upgrade...
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S2E5 Back to DIY
After the holidays, work resumes with a focus on completing the en suite shower. Inspections show wall issues that require a wall lump removal for proper tile placement. Other tasks include checking for cracks and water damage in the flooring and beams. Christmas decorations need organizing, and ...
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S1E15 Planning Radiant Floor Heat Des...
