The phone booth...wow. I mean, the whole house is amazing, but the details in the kitchen, the phone booth, etc. So gorgeous! And frankly, you can show as many of these as you want, I could look at old houses all day.
@@nancyposey9466 it wouldn't have been a pay phone, just the family's regular house phone. Large houses with several servants had their phone in a phone booth to provide privacy for their calls. Servants could be pretty nosey and we're usually terrible gossips, you didn't want them overhearing your conversation and blabbing it all over town. Especially if you yourself were gossiping on the phone. Wouldn't do for rich Aunt Esmeralda to find out what you told Cousin Frank, about what you REALLY thought of her hidious new dress.😉
I read in a book on the Getty family (oil) a pay phone was installed for guests to use. And they had to pay for their calls. Owner was such a tightwad he refused to pay for guests’ calls.
@@michaeldalton8374 I'm sure thats bull. His reputation is important, and only wealthy people would be invited to party's and get togethers. He would Not want to insult his guests by doing that.
I’m lost for words.. flabbergasted 😮. Beautiful is not the work , gorgeous isn’t even a hint of reality. Si thankful for taking the time to have uploaded this tour of her gorgeous house. Ok I’m done watching every video of yours now to see the guitar build I go. You got a subscriber
Thank you ten fold for not turning your house into a 21st century specimen simply because it’s easier to do or you don’t like the era of your house. I get anxiety when I see these DIYers paint a marble fireplace on a 1890 home just because they don’t like the burgundy color of marble, or put vinyl planks over a wood floor instead of sanding and replacing any boards due to rot, or painting with the sixth coat of paint on the beautiful stairway without even investigating the wood underneath. I am so glad you are taking the time on yours to do the restoration. Yours will be grand in its own way. Many of us love the other tours you do of similar era places. Again many thanks………
You can show us these homes as much as you like. I do not get to travel and it is people like you that takes me on a travel I could only wish I could visit. I love the history of these old homes. Thank you for showing it to us.
It's been many years since I toured the Magic Chef house. They have done so much since I was there. I always loved how the house is two different styles. The right side is French and the left is German
They had excellent taste its was beautifully designed house an 👍to the lady that restored it thank u. My favorite is the lighting fixtures iam impressed
I lived in St. Louis city on the SW side for 24 years. It is a wonderful city and I highly recommend a few days long visit if you are a tourist. Back in Chicago now, but I still have fond memories of StL.
As someone who lives about 3.5-4 hours south of St. Louis, my family and I love going to St. Louis. There is so much to do and see and a lot of what we do is free. The Hill(IMO) is a fantastic Italian neighborhood with wonderful restaurants and bakeries that we always leave with goodies for the road home. The one thing we do go to that does cost money is the City Museum. I would encourage anyone who’s going to go to St. Louis to not only check out the city museum’s website, but to drive by and marvel at what is seen with their own eyes lol.
I had a chance to see several videos on TH-cam of older homes for sale extremely well prices in St Louis but the city life is too scary for this country lady. But at least I can drool lol
They probably had a private bar during prohibition. My grandparents lived in Chicago during prohibition and my grandfather use to buy alcohol from one of Al Capone's men. You put your "order" in in the morning, paid for it and picked up your liquor after work. A truly beautiful house. I love the bookcase and the curved china cabinets in the dining room. Amazing what $45,000 could buy in 1907. No one does that kind of craftsmanship anymore. Thank you for the tour.
The first tiny room was the receiving room, maybe they used it later for a music room . But in that time they would be received there with the double doors closed then if they were not received they would leave a calling card and would leave. If the owner were home and received them then the double doors old be opened and they would visit them in that room. There was a proper way to visit someone back then.
@@qwertyuiopqwertyuiop-bb4mi Not really, unless you care about dust. I mean if it's just you there then who else is making a mess? Just clean up after yourself maybe get some friends to help really dust and get into the pita places every so often.
I truly lived in the wrong era. These wonderful, architecural gems are how I was meant to live....that is had I been successful enough back in those days to have something this grand. Thanks for sharing this. YOURS will get there too and we'll keep watching until it does. Brilliant. Gorgeous home indeed.
You'll be interested to know that I just watched an old episode of "American Restoration" with Rick Dale. He restores Americana items and in this particular episode he restored a Koken barber's chair. On the name plate it read Koken, St. Louis. I never realized how much St. Louis was a hub of manufacturing in the early 20th century. It makes sense though when you think about it. It's in almost the exact geographic center of the United States and there were railroads that ran in all directions.
Kaleb and Kim: you two are so cute together, and so passionate about your home, and other homes of a bygone era, that it is truly infectious. Thank you for sharing your life journey with us!
Wow what a house. We live in my hubby's1912 childhood home and still have his Mom's 1935 Magic Chef and the 1952 Magic Chef she updated to---I actually cook on the 1952 one but put in a built in oven also because the oven was small. It is gas and beautiful. The 1935 one has a cover that comes down over the burners and is on legs. I use it as a coffee center. Thanks for this great video.
I don't care what people say; I love the tour of the house. I would love to live there. I would like another tour if there's one available at another home. I love the Victorian era. I can't travel to see them so it was wonderful for you to share. Keep working on yours you will get to that level soon enough!
27 years ago, my daughter and son in law built their home and one of my gifts was a Magic Chief stove. She loved it and only within the last year or two had to replace it as they couldn't get parts anymore..
What an Absolutely Gorgeous Antique House with Many Trimmings of Yesteryear All Preserved for All of Us to Enjoy. Thank You to Kaleb and Kim for Showing Us this Gem💎of a House. Especially to me who will not be able to see this house In-person. Kaleb, You did an Amazing Job Filming & Describing this House. Making a video like this is a Plus to Your Channel. ...along with knowing more through Your eyes about St. Louis from a different perspective on its history is absolutely amazing. ...I enjoy history immensely & seeing historical homes is an added touch. ...but, what is More Special, is watching & listening to You, Kaleb in the process of Restoring History within the Walls of Yours & Kim's Home. ...nothing makes a House a Home without Love & the Ambition to Make it That Way from the Basement to the Attic. ...Kaleb & Kim are Doing Just That With Lots of Love💞 Thanks for the Awesome Video Adventure as Always
It is heartwarming to know there are people that have a passion for retaining these remarkable historical buildings both in the states and, here in Canada. Too many have fallen to decay and furnishings left to rot somewhere. Because of Kaleb, St. Louis is on my bucket list for a visit someday, if only to do tour the city visiting all the old restored homes and feel the essence, the glamour of the wealthy in days gone by, not to mention ambition of Immigrants during that period. Kudos again, to those who's passion and sweat, preserve these lovely works of art!
@@nancyposey9466 Absolutely Nancy, I hope this encourages others, especially young people who claim everything is out of reach to roll up their sleeves, be resourceful and dream. Heaven's, if I had a handy guy in my life, I'd be going on the same type of adventure.....I can take orders, sort of, a first class laborer, sort of. All kidding aside, there is much to admire about people of all ages who give it their all to make it a win win, including those that are restoring Chateaus in Europe too!
Awesome video!! Great piece of history and really neat to see all of the original pieces and other period items. Hope you enjoyed the birthday party in Las Vegas..... Viva Las Vegas! :)
2:02 OMG look at that lamp of the lady and flowers! ...and this video has just started 😍....the kitchen! No....THE BASEMENT and everything in it! 😲 The original owner and his daughter would be pleased with what they have done!
Tin ceilings were common for domestic kitchens, I remember a cream painted repeating oval pattern above the drop ceiling in my grandparent's 1920s bungalow kitchen.
I can't believe the quality of this restoration. I'm usually disappointed with owners who over-modernize and ruin the historical elements. This woman, however, gets two gay thumbs up for doing it right and having perfect taste!!! This tour made me so happy. Thank you for sharing it. I'd even like to see more tours, because I don't think you'd bother with anything that didn't preserve a home's history. Seeing these homes is an inspiration to everyone.
My aunt's house did too. The house I grew up in was built in the late 20s or early 30s and had the flip switch kind. But they were the older style that were made out of dark brown bakelite and made a loud "click" when you flipped it. We also had an old front door lock, the kind that took a skeleton key to open. The key was long gone, but it had a push button on the edge of the latch. If it was in the locked position, the door could only be opened from the inside. And in the unlocked position it would open from BOTH sides. We would always have to come in the BACK door when the house was locked up, because the front door key had been missing for decades.
@@bluebird5361 it's not all that hard to have a key made for beautiful old doors like that. Call around to find a locksmith that is able to make one of those old-fashioned keys. I just watched a video of a guy refurbishing an old lockset. He made a new key for both the handset and deadbolt that lockset contained. I would link it, but I can't recall what channel it was on.
Gorgeous home, as is yours. I wasn't too surprised to see a phone booth, as I've been in other houses that had one. What surprised me was that the phone itself was a pay phone! These homes date from a time when beauty was as, or more, important than function. Beauty and aesthetics matter. We as a culture have lost something important in the last hundred years. I suspect that a hundred years from now, no one will want to tour the rectangular boxes we live in today, or even the Chrome and glass boxes that efficiently fill our cities, but there will still be tours to see houses like this, or yours.
When traveling as a kid, the St. Louis Arch was a big attraction & also known as the Gateway to the West. I was 10yrs old when I went into the Arch, Truly Amazing to See Out the Windows at the Top of the Arch. ...Now I have new attractions: Historical Tours of St. Louis. ...Especially to Kaleb & Kim's Home.
Wow, at some point my jaw dropped and stayed open until I noticed and closed it. Totally blown away by this house. Like the turtle. An American Downton Abbey.
Thank you so much for this tour! I'm glad that you and Kim get out to see redone places--it keeps your enthusiasm high for your project. My Mom and Dad married after WWII, and waited for appliances to be made again (factories had been re-invented to make war machines). They lived in Ohio, so their first refrigerator was a DIY metal box hung out a window in the winter. They finally got a Frigidaire refrigerator that lasted them well past when I went away to nursing school. Their first stove was a MAGIC CHEF, which likewise lasted a very long time. In contrast, in my 10 yr old house, I've already replaced the cooktop once and the AC handler twice. They just don't make things like they used to.
Never ever think we're not interested in these house tours! We are also inspired by them and they put your house in context. Please never be concerned that we're bored. We love this kind of stuff! That's why we're here. ^_^
Congratulations on reaching 100,000 subs 🎉🥳🎉🥳🎉 it’s so well deserved. This tour so was interesting and I can’t wait too see where your restoration takes you and how you eventually furnish your house.
This house is not more beautiful than your house is different your house is coming back to what she was you and Kim are doing an amazing job. This house and yours have owners who love and respect them and would anything to maintain it that way. Lovely tour
I saw this home before the restoration and, wow!, what a difference. I remember asking the owner if she would let us see it after the renovation and she said yes, so true to her word. I am so grateful there are people like her and the gentleman who did this video in my city. Thank you.
OMG!!! almost 100K What a milestone! I love the breaks and history tours! My favorite diy/history channel ever! Tokyo Llama is also the number 1.3! LOL! :-)
I really love all the beautiful Art Nouveau sculptures and lights in the house. The little « French » room definitely looks like a lot of the beautiful buildings we have here in Paris and the light is beautiful in here
@15:53 I can't travel anymore because of health reasons. I love these old mansions from that era. Years ago, we toured a mansion in New Hampshire owned by a shoe magnate. Same era, same architecture and all. Beautiful house that a family has managed to maintain. I like these tours you do as it gives me the opportunity to see something that I like but can't do on my own.
My house is a generic 1980s box, but it does have the original Magic Chef HVAC system from 1983, still running strong, so there's that? 38 year central a/c that still works and holds a charge is probably a sign that company made quality products
Thank you for the tour Kaleb I wish I had more time to do Museum tours when I was in St Louis for my Elks convention. But I had the great experience of staying in Union Station Hotel. It was very lovingly restored as well
Oh, what a gem. A piece of well preserved and restored history. An example of a true passion. Best wishes to Kaleb and Kim in achieving their dream. Your house might be smaller and not quite elaborate but it is still a wonderful example of architecture and lifestyle of the past. I have no doubt that you will be able to restore it to it's full glory.
All I could say throughout was, WOW! I am speechless, simply put, stunning! I would give (almost) anything to live in a house like this. The specifics and intricate details are beyond phenomenal. The only thing that makes me feel unsettled is the taxidermied animals, otherwise, what an incredible home. 😊 This is the most impressive restored and historical home I have ever seen. Beyond that, I have really enjoyed and appreciated the hard work you have put into restoring your home. Preserving the craftsmanship and quality of yesteryear is so important. The homes of today pale in comparison.
I love these tours bc they really give a clear picure of what these old houses would have looked like in their prime and gives lots of inspiration. I feel like TH-cam and even Google doesn't have enough of this kind of content. It's probably gonna be a while before I have my own house so I love to see different types of Victorian houses and their interiors especially in video format so I can get a feel of the layouts ☺.
Can hear the catch in your voice as you speak of the craftsmanship that went into building this house, and how it fuels inspiration for your own project. Too many of these places are disappearing. To see something like this, and the passion and dedication that has gone into it's preservation, is mind boggling. Your own home will ultimately be different, but it will certainly be just as beautiful and unique! This was a wonderful video. Perhaps, one day, we'll get down there to explore and visit. Cheers K&K... Marian 🇨🇦
Kaleb, you keep touring these restorations as I know it must pump you up on what your house will look like in the end. I’m sure you have downs times on this adventure but you two are doing fantastic. God bless❣️
Thank you Kaleb and Kim for sharing your tour of this grand and stunning home with us.This place definitely has the WOW factor! Through watching your videos I have realised there are many interesting and beautiful period homes to visit in your country and city. Your home will be one of them one day!
The craftsmanship and the quality of the woodwork is just stunning! When I've seen places like this torn down, it makes me almost weep. We'll never see such beauty again, and of course, we can barely even imagine today what luxury these people enjoyed while living in such palaces. Before the world wars. Before atomic bombs. A secure, safe world for these privileged few.
This house is amazing. I wish all of these beautiful old homes could be saved. The attention to detail is awesome. Beats any modern home today in my opinion. Just wait, 20 years from now people will be touring your house and saying the same things.
This is a great change, that's why I watch shows like yours, to catch a glimpse of the old days. So tour away whenever you want, and thanks for taking us all along
I loved going with you on a partial tour of this beautiful restored house. I love old architecture and the love put into restoring this one is a tribute to those who made it happen. Watching your channel has given me a new insight into what really goes on to bring these beautiful homes back to their original state. Thank you and Kim for sharing these experiences with us.
You know what would be cool? If you and Kim got made up by those youtubers that do authentic old-timey outfits and makeup and make a video or get a portrait done wearing that. Would be a great memory!
Ha Ha! I love looking out the window at the patio and seeing the "classic" Weber bbq grill/smoker. It just proves that you CAN actually live in one of these homes and still enjoy it like you want. Just like restoring an old car and actually driving it on a regular basis. THAT'S what they were made for in the first place!
Almost 100k subscribers! I grew up in Cleveland suburbs and love old homes. I love that so many people appreciate what you’re doing to preserve your little piece of history.
so far this is one of the most beautiful homes i ve ever seen not just the physical buts its history, wow. looks like a 1400s castle...........is a beautiful dream this building
I think most folks here enjoy the house tours, and this one was exceptional. Thanks so much for giving us a look into this amazing place. It's so wonderful to see young people like you and Kim appreciate the beauty and craftmanship of days long gone. I never miss any of your vids and I watch all your ads hoping that it helps you out financially. Restoring an old home is expensive!
Hi Kaleb and Kim, Wow, as a former StL resident of 24 years, I sure did enjoy this. I have been there for a wedding. It is indeed a gorgeous home. BTW, I just love your restoration vids. TY TY
What a great field trip for a little inspiration! Drove through your fine city last week. My cousin commented how scary and rundown it looked. I proceeded to tell her about your house and the restoration that is going on in the city. It is so inspiring!
This house is truly amazeballs. The ceilings, woodwork, everything is exquisite. The furniture certainly wasn't built for comfort back then. My back hurts just thinking about it.
Thanks for showing us this amazing restoration. This is a true labor of love. The owners have superb taste and wonderful vision towards preserving the past. Bravo.
It is also fascinating to see the fusion of European styles. As a British person i find it really hard to read, its so eclectic. Familiar, yet quite different.
I own a 1885 Victorian home with the push button switches. The previous owner found new replacements for them to make it safe. Something to consider while rehabbing your home. Great house, much appreciated.
Wow living there would be a dream come true. Thanks for the tour, it really was breathtaking. Give it a little time and we will be saying that about your home. 😃
We had push button switches in Chicago, when I was a kid. I was born in 1955. I can't wait till the day we see you, and Kim, enjoying your house... like this!
I never tire of seeing videos like these! Being 83 I don’t travel as much anymore so keep taking me along!
hahaha. Your 93 if your a day honey
Bernice, I agree with you! Virtual travel!🤗👍🏼
May you keep traveling over 100!
The phone booth...wow. I mean, the whole house is amazing, but the details in the kitchen, the phone booth, etc. So gorgeous! And frankly, you can show as many of these as you want, I could look at old houses all day.
How cool was that to have your own phone booth. I guess it's for the guests to use, to call a cab🚕 maybe???
@@nancyposey9466 it wouldn't have been a pay phone, just the family's regular house phone. Large houses with several servants had their phone in a phone booth to provide privacy for their calls. Servants could be pretty nosey and we're usually terrible gossips, you didn't want them overhearing your conversation and blabbing it all over town. Especially if you yourself were gossiping on the phone. Wouldn't do for rich Aunt Esmeralda to find out what you told Cousin Frank, about what you REALLY thought of her hidious new dress.😉
I read in a book on the Getty family (oil) a pay phone was installed for guests to use. And they had to pay for their calls. Owner was such a tightwad he refused to pay for guests’ calls.
@@michaeldalton8374 I'm sure thats bull. His reputation is important, and only wealthy people would be invited to party's and get togethers. He would Not want to insult his guests by doing that.
I’m lost for words.. flabbergasted 😮. Beautiful is not the work , gorgeous isn’t even a hint of reality. Si thankful for taking the time to have uploaded this tour of her gorgeous house. Ok I’m done watching every video of yours now to see the guitar build I go. You got a subscriber
I’m just blown the hell away!!!!!!!!!!😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you ten fold for not turning your house into a 21st century specimen simply because it’s easier to do or you don’t like the era of your house. I get anxiety when I see these DIYers paint a marble fireplace on a 1890 home just because they don’t like the burgundy color of marble, or put vinyl planks over a wood floor instead of sanding and replacing any boards due to rot, or painting with the sixth coat of paint on the beautiful stairway without even investigating the wood underneath. I am so glad you are taking the time on yours to do the restoration. Yours will be grand in its own way. Many of us love the other tours you do of similar era places. Again many thanks………
You can show us these homes as much as you like. I do not get to travel and it is people like you that takes me on a travel I could only wish I could visit. I love the history of these old homes. Thank you for showing it to us.
It's been many years since I toured the Magic Chef house. They have done so much since I was there. I always loved how the house is two different styles. The right side is French and the left is German
I fell in love with the Phone Booth ❤️
They had excellent taste its was beautifully designed house an 👍to the lady that restored it thank u. My favorite is the lighting fixtures iam impressed
I would never have considered visiting St. Louis. Your channel has moved it to the top of this list for historic home viewing! TY!
I lived in St. Louis city on the SW side for 24 years. It is a wonderful city and I highly recommend a few days long visit if you are a tourist. Back in Chicago now, but I still have fond memories of StL.
Please come we have several estates of the people who made this country and also the gateway to the Wes
As someone who lives about 3.5-4 hours south of St. Louis, my family and I love going to St. Louis. There is so much to do and see and a lot of what we do is free. The Hill(IMO) is a fantastic Italian neighborhood with wonderful restaurants and bakeries that we always leave with goodies for the road home. The one thing we do go to that does cost money is the City Museum. I would encourage anyone who’s going to go to St. Louis to not only check out the city museum’s website, but to drive by and marvel at what is seen with their own eyes lol.
I had a chance to see several videos on TH-cam of older homes for sale extremely well prices in St Louis but the city life is too scary for this country lady. But at least I can drool lol
Agree I never thought St Louis was even on the map, I told my wife we need to visit!
They probably had a private bar during prohibition. My grandparents lived in Chicago during prohibition and my grandfather use to buy alcohol from one of Al Capone's men. You put your "order" in in the morning, paid for it and picked up your liquor after work.
A truly beautiful house. I love the bookcase and the curved china cabinets in the dining room. Amazing what $45,000 could buy in 1907. No one does that kind of craftsmanship anymore.
Thank you for the tour.
My family home had push button light switches. I loved them
Sue Hall
The house was unbelievable ,brilliant fantastic magical wonderful house thank you for taking us with you
Love Sue ❤❤❤ 🇬🇧🌝🍾🍷🍷
The first tiny room was the receiving room, maybe they used it later for a music room . But in that time they would be received there with the double doors closed then if they were not received they would leave a calling card and would leave. If the owner were home and received them then the double doors old be opened and they would visit them in that room. There was a proper way to visit someone back then.
I was thinking that was the room's original purpose.
See this is exactly why I love this channel 😍 so much knowledge being shared!
@Gormen Freeman Unless you have maids I think cleaning that many rooms would be hell to be honest.
@@qwertyuiopqwertyuiop-bb4mi Not really, unless you care about dust. I mean if it's just you there then who else is making a mess? Just clean up after yourself maybe get some friends to help really dust and get into the pita places every so often.
I truly lived in the wrong era. These wonderful, architecural gems are how I was meant to live....that is had I been successful enough back in those days to have something this grand. Thanks for sharing this. YOURS will get there too and we'll keep watching until it does. Brilliant. Gorgeous home indeed.
Houses like this connect us with the past but also provide inspiration and ideas for someone like you who is redoing a house of this vintage.
You'll be interested to know that I just watched an old episode of "American Restoration" with Rick Dale.
He restores Americana items and in this particular episode he restored a Koken barber's chair. On the name plate it read Koken, St. Louis.
I never realized how much St. Louis was a hub of manufacturing in the early 20th century.
It makes sense though when you think about it. It's in almost the exact geographic center of the United States and there were railroads that ran in all directions.
Kaleb and Kim: you two are so cute together, and so passionate about your home, and other homes of a bygone era, that it is truly infectious. Thank you for sharing your life journey with us!
Wow what a house. We live in my hubby's1912 childhood home and still have his Mom's 1935 Magic Chef and the 1952 Magic Chef she updated to---I actually cook on the 1952 one but put in a built in oven also because the oven was small. It is gas and beautiful. The 1935 one has a cover that comes down over the burners and is on legs. I use it as a coffee center. Thanks for this great video.
Kudos to the people who restored this grand house
I don't care what people say; I love the tour of the house. I would love to live there. I would like another tour if there's one available at another home. I love the Victorian era. I can't travel to see them so it was wonderful for you to share. Keep working on yours you will get to that level soon enough!
27 years ago, my daughter and son in law built their home and one of my gifts was a Magic Chief stove. She loved it and only within the last year or two had to replace it as they couldn't get parts anymore..
What an Absolutely Gorgeous Antique House with Many Trimmings of Yesteryear All Preserved for All of Us to Enjoy.
Thank You to Kaleb and Kim for Showing Us this Gem💎of a House.
Especially to me who will not be able to see this house In-person.
Kaleb, You did an Amazing Job Filming & Describing this House.
Making a video like this is a Plus to Your Channel.
...along with knowing more through Your eyes about St. Louis from a different perspective on its history is absolutely amazing.
...I enjoy history immensely & seeing historical homes is an added touch.
...but, what is More Special, is watching & listening to You, Kaleb in the process of Restoring History within the Walls of Yours & Kim's Home.
...nothing makes a House a Home without Love & the Ambition to Make it That Way from the Basement to the Attic.
...Kaleb & Kim are Doing Just That With Lots of Love💞
Thanks for the Awesome Video Adventure as Always
Amazing tour and beautiful home! Thank you.
It is heartwarming to know there are people that have a passion for retaining these remarkable historical buildings both in the states and, here in Canada. Too many have fallen to decay and furnishings left to rot somewhere. Because of Kaleb, St. Louis is on my bucket list for a visit someday, if only to do tour the city visiting all the old restored homes and feel the essence, the glamour of the wealthy in days gone by, not to mention ambition of Immigrants during that period.
Kudos again, to those who's passion and sweat, preserve these lovely works of art!
And of course, touring Kaleb and Kim's Home would be #1 on my list. Once, it's ready to become a tourist attraction.
@@nancyposey9466 Absolutely Nancy, I hope this encourages others, especially young people who claim everything is out of reach to roll up their sleeves, be resourceful and dream. Heaven's, if I had a handy guy in my life, I'd be going on the same type of adventure.....I can take orders, sort of, a first class laborer, sort of.
All kidding aside, there is much to admire about people of all ages who give it their all to make it a win win, including those that are restoring Chateaus in Europe too!
Awesome video!! Great piece of history and really neat to see all of the original pieces and other period items. Hope you enjoyed the birthday party in Las Vegas..... Viva Las Vegas! :)
2:02 OMG look at that lamp of the lady and flowers! ...and this video has just started 😍....the kitchen! No....THE BASEMENT and everything in it! 😲
The original owner and his daughter would be pleased with what they have done!
Tin ceilings were common for domestic kitchens, I remember a cream painted repeating oval pattern above the drop ceiling in my grandparent's 1920s bungalow kitchen.
What a magnificent house. Worthy of a Vanderbilt. So grateful to the owner for restoring such a jewel. Thanks for the tour.
Google "Oz" in St. Louis (Big Old House)
This house is EVERY steampunk enthusiasts wet dream! Absolutely stunning! 😳😃😍 Shelley, my hat is off to you mam, such a outstanding restoration!
Don't stop making these kinds of videos. It helps keep the history alive for posterity.
What a gorgeous mansion! This home needs to be designated as a national historic landmark.
I can't believe the quality of this restoration. I'm usually disappointed with owners who over-modernize and ruin the historical elements. This woman, however, gets two gay thumbs up for doing it right and having perfect taste!!! This tour made me so happy. Thank you for sharing it. I'd even like to see more tours, because I don't think you'd bother with anything that didn't preserve a home's history. Seeing these homes is an inspiration to everyone.
She's also a huge fan of Cher. That was the music she was playing that Kaleb tried to cover over.
The house I grew up in and both my Grandparents homes had push button electric. I thought all houses did. LOL
My aunt's house did too. The house I grew up in was built in the late 20s or early 30s and had the flip switch kind. But they were the older style that were made out of dark brown bakelite and made a loud "click" when you flipped it.
We also had an old front door lock, the kind that took a skeleton key to open. The key was long gone, but it had a push button on the edge of the latch. If it was in the locked position, the door could only be opened from the inside. And in the unlocked position it would open from BOTH sides. We would always have to come in the BACK door when the house was locked up, because the front door key had been missing for decades.
@@bluebird5361 it's not all that hard to have a key made for beautiful old doors like that. Call around to find a locksmith that is able to make one of those old-fashioned keys. I just watched a video of a guy refurbishing an old lockset. He made a new key for both the handset and deadbolt that lockset contained. I would link it, but I can't recall what channel it was on.
My house still had some when I was growing up
When they showed the buttons I could still feel the click under my fingers. So satisfying
Am I the only one that looks forward to Mondays to see their new house update post? 😁
I have to wait till Tuesday but anything he shows is ok with me as it is all related to his fantastic job
Gorgeous home, as is yours. I wasn't too surprised to see a phone booth, as I've been in other houses that had one. What surprised me was that the phone itself was a pay phone! These homes date from a time when beauty was as, or more, important than function. Beauty and aesthetics matter. We as a culture have lost something important in the last hundred years. I suspect that a hundred years from now, no one will want to tour the rectangular boxes we live in today, or even the Chrome and glass boxes that efficiently fill our cities, but there will still be tours to see houses like this, or yours.
Judy Garland singing "Meet me in St Louis" is now in my head for the rest of the day. Thank you !
Simply breath taking.
When traveling as a kid, the St. Louis Arch was a big attraction & also known as the Gateway to the West. I was 10yrs old when I went into the Arch, Truly Amazing to See Out the Windows at the Top of the Arch.
...Now I have new attractions: Historical Tours of St. Louis.
...Especially to Kaleb & Kim's Home.
Wow, at some point my jaw dropped and stayed open until I noticed and closed it. Totally blown away by this house. Like the turtle. An American Downton Abbey.
Thank you so much for this tour! I'm glad that you and Kim get out to see redone places--it keeps your enthusiasm high for your project. My Mom and Dad married after WWII, and waited for appliances to be made again (factories had been re-invented to make war machines). They lived in Ohio, so their first refrigerator was a DIY metal box hung out a window in the winter. They finally got a Frigidaire refrigerator that lasted them well past when I went away to nursing school. Their first stove was a MAGIC CHEF, which likewise lasted a very long time. In contrast, in my 10 yr old house, I've already replaced the cooktop once and the AC handler twice. They just don't make things like they used to.
Never ever think we're not interested in these house tours! We are also inspired by them and they put your house in context. Please never be concerned that we're bored. We love this kind of stuff! That's why we're here. ^_^
Congratulations on reaching 100,000 subs 🎉🥳🎉🥳🎉 it’s so well deserved. This tour so was interesting and I can’t wait too see where your restoration takes you and how you eventually furnish your house.
I love watching these videos of these beautiful homes. Please continue to do them. Enjoy watching you and Kim restore your home.
This house is not more beautiful than your house is different your house is coming back to what she was you and Kim are doing an amazing job. This house and yours have owners who love and respect them and would anything to maintain it that way. Lovely tour
I saw this home before the restoration and, wow!, what a difference. I remember asking the owner if she would let us see it after the renovation and she said yes, so true to her word. I am so grateful there are people like her and the gentleman who did this video in my city. Thank you.
Those carved sofas....wow
OMG!!! almost 100K What a milestone! I love the breaks and history tours! My favorite diy/history channel ever! Tokyo Llama is also the number 1.3! LOL! :-)
I really love all the beautiful Art Nouveau sculptures and lights in the house. The little « French » room definitely looks like a lot of the beautiful buildings we have here in Paris and the light is beautiful in here
@15:53 I can't travel anymore because of health reasons. I love these old mansions from that era. Years ago, we toured a mansion in New Hampshire owned by a shoe magnate. Same era, same architecture and all. Beautiful house that a family has managed to maintain.
I like these tours you do as it gives me the opportunity to see something that I like but can't do on my own.
My house is a generic 1980s box, but it does have the original Magic Chef HVAC system from 1983, still running strong, so there's that? 38 year central a/c that still works and holds a charge is probably a sign that company made quality products
I live in South city,I go by this home many times an always wanted to see inside. AWSOME. 😀💋
Thank you for the tour Kaleb I wish I had more time to do Museum tours when I was in St Louis for my Elks convention. But I had the great experience of staying in Union Station Hotel. It was very lovingly restored as well
Oh, what a gem. A piece of well preserved and restored history. An example of a true passion. Best wishes to Kaleb and Kim in achieving their dream. Your house might be smaller and not quite elaborate but it is still a wonderful example of architecture and lifestyle of the past. I have no doubt that you will be able to restore it to it's full glory.
BEAUTIFUL 😊thanks for sharing🙏🏾 pleasure viewing 😊
All I could say throughout was, WOW! I am speechless, simply put, stunning! I would give (almost) anything to live in a house like this. The specifics and intricate details are beyond phenomenal. The only thing that makes me feel unsettled is the taxidermied animals, otherwise, what an incredible home. 😊 This is the most impressive restored and historical home I have ever seen.
Beyond that, I have really enjoyed and appreciated the hard work you have put into restoring your home. Preserving the craftsmanship and quality of yesteryear is so important. The homes of today pale in comparison.
The best mansion i ve ever saw . A lot of details that are amazing
This reminds me of the Seeley Mansion here in Kansas. Everything, down to the keys hanging by the doors, is original to the house
Oh my stars! Beautiful home! Love the kitchen.
Oh my gosh....This home took my breath away. Truly magnificent! My favorite part was the original kitchen! 😍
I love these tours bc they really give a clear picure of what these old houses would have looked like in their prime and gives lots of inspiration. I feel like TH-cam and even Google doesn't have enough of this kind of content. It's probably gonna be a while before I have my own house so I love to see different types of Victorian houses and their interiors especially in video format so I can get a feel of the layouts ☺.
Can hear the catch in your voice as you speak of the craftsmanship that went into building this house, and how it fuels inspiration for your own project. Too many of these places are disappearing. To see something like this, and the passion and dedication that has gone into it's preservation, is mind boggling.
Your own home will ultimately be different, but it will certainly be just as beautiful and unique!
This was a wonderful video. Perhaps, one day, we'll get down there to explore and visit.
Cheers K&K...
Marian 🇨🇦
Kaleb, you keep touring these restorations as I know it must pump you up on what your house will look like in the end.
I’m sure you have downs times on this adventure but you two are doing fantastic.
God bless❣️
It’s so beautiful but I wish I could smell it. I bet that house smells incredible.
KIM FOR SCALE! KIM FOR SCALE!! (ofc this chef mansion is gorgeous but must say i prefer your house. a bit more cohesive and handsome.)
Thank you Kaleb and Kim for sharing your tour of this grand and stunning home with us.This place definitely has the WOW factor!
Through watching your videos I have realised there are many interesting and beautiful period homes to visit in your country and city.
Your home will be one of them one day!
Oooh, the woodwork makes me swoon.
Absolutely stunning home. Omg I'd love to live there. I love old houses. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
The craftsmanship and the quality of the woodwork is just stunning! When I've seen places like this torn down, it makes me almost weep. We'll never see such beauty again, and of course, we can barely even imagine today what luxury these people enjoyed while living in such palaces. Before the world wars. Before atomic bombs. A secure, safe world for these privileged few.
Stunned, floored, astounded, mezmerized, enthralled. You get the idea. How amazing!
cool vid...Kim did a fine job of modeling lol...
I am so thankful for people like this. They are as crazy as most of us but they have the means to do it. God Bless you
WOW!!!! Just wow!! Amazing and beautiful home.
That chandelier is amaze balls. And the woman holding the ring of lights - be still my heart.
Simply GORGEOUS!! Thank you sharing!
This house is amazing. I wish all of these beautiful old homes could be saved. The attention to detail is awesome. Beats any modern home today in my opinion. Just wait, 20 years from now people will be touring your house and saying the same things.
This is a great change, that's why I watch shows like yours, to catch a glimpse of the old days. So tour away whenever you want, and thanks for taking us all along
I loved going with you on a partial tour of this beautiful restored house. I love old architecture and the love put into restoring this one is a tribute to those who made it happen. Watching your channel has given me a new insight into what really goes on to bring these beautiful homes back to their original state. Thank you and Kim for sharing these experiences with us.
You know what would be cool? If you and Kim got made up by those youtubers that do authentic old-timey outfits and makeup and make a video or get a portrait done wearing that. Would be a great memory!
Ha Ha! I love looking out the window at the patio and seeing the "classic" Weber bbq grill/smoker. It just proves that you CAN actually live in one of these homes and still enjoy it like you want. Just like restoring an old car and actually driving it on a regular basis. THAT'S what they were made for in the first place!
WowWowWow!
Such a beautiful house. Oh, and Kim is as cute as a button.
Agree, a great couple!
Almost 100k subscribers! I grew up in Cleveland suburbs and love old homes. I love that so many people appreciate what you’re doing to preserve your little piece of history.
so far this is one of the most beautiful homes i ve ever seen not just the physical buts its history, wow. looks like a 1400s castle...........is a beautiful dream this building
This may seem crazy but the bathroom is breathtaking!!
Thanks for this video. I have lived in St. Louis most of my life and have never heard of this house. Guess I'll take a tour!
Thank you and the owner for the tour! Those rococo meridiennes are amazing!
I think most folks here enjoy the house tours, and this one was exceptional. Thanks so much for giving us a look into this amazing place. It's so wonderful to see young people like you and Kim appreciate the beauty and craftmanship of days long gone. I never miss any of your vids and I watch all your ads hoping that it helps you out financially. Restoring an old home is expensive!
Hi Kaleb and Kim, Wow, as a former StL resident of 24 years, I sure did enjoy this. I have been there for a wedding. It is indeed a gorgeous home. BTW, I just love your restoration vids. TY TY
What a great field trip for a little inspiration! Drove through your fine city last week. My cousin commented how scary and rundown it looked. I proceeded to tell her about your house and the restoration that is going on in the city. It is so inspiring!
Beautiful place. Keep up the good Reno of your place.
Appreciate the tour. I could almost smell the scent of old wood. Thanks for taking us along. 🌟
This house is truly amazeballs. The ceilings, woodwork, everything is exquisite. The furniture certainly wasn't built for comfort back then. My back hurts just thinking about it.
Thanks for showing us this amazing restoration. This is a true labor of love. The owners have superb taste and wonderful vision towards preserving the past. Bravo.
Hello What a Fabulous house Thank you for taking us on this tour wonderful.
It is also fascinating to see the fusion of European styles. As a British person i find it really hard to read, its so eclectic. Familiar, yet quite different.
I own a 1885 Victorian home with the push button switches. The previous owner found new replacements for them to make it safe. Something to consider while rehabbing your home. Great house, much appreciated.
So many interesting features in this magnificent mansion! We loved your tour!
Wow living there would be a dream come true. Thanks for the tour, it really was breathtaking. Give it a little time and we will be saying that about your home. 😃
We had push button switches in Chicago, when I was a kid. I was born in 1955. I can't wait till the day we see you, and Kim, enjoying your house... like this!