Question: when guests are in your house would they walk through your closet to access bathroom or walk through bedroom to access bathroom? Since you are moving toilet anyway could you reverse plan so you walk through your closet to access bath from master? That way guests would just walk down your hallway to access bathroom and not have to walk through either bed or closet? Just a thought. Looks great! Keep as open as possible. You will enjoy the light and airflow. All those doors are not needed. Lovely video!
HI @brendarushka9966 the outhouse renovation will follow so losing a few sqm for a corridor just on the chance a friends stopping by may need the loo seemed a waste of space. There will be more toilets in the future but keeping this as a bib, open, bedroom feels right.👍
You are doing the right thing to live "what a life hey" Great layout & visioning it, it'll be fab. As an afterthought from my corner in Spain. A round dining/kitchen table seats more F&F & breaks-up the cubism & softens the flow within the house. Much succes and pleasure creating "your spot"💃🍷💃👍
To avoid digging up the floor for plumbing, or boxing it in, it works well to have all fixtures attached to outside walls. Having said that though, your plans are coming along nicely. That fireplace is beautiful, well done. I enjoy your videos. Cheers! 😊
Richard another enjoyable video you do make me laugh great sense of humour & laid back attitude looking forward to seeing it all come together keep up the great work
Hi Richard, love love LOVE the flow of the kitchen layout❣️This is probably a pointless suggestion as the videos are from a while ago but I’ll say it anyway, I’m not sure if you’ve thought about flipping the bedroom & ensuite/robe layout so the bedroom has the cross flow windows and awesome views, that will make the bathroom more accessible for guests and bring your plumbing closer to the existing plumbing which will save costs, if your going to move the loo & bidet you’ll need to chase the waste across the floor anyway❤ just a suggestion as I know what a pain it’s been for guests to go through our bedroom & robe to get to the ensuite while the main bathroom was being renovated. Which is now 99% complete, just a glass shower panel needed for the tub. Whooooo hooooooo. 🍷cheers Shell 🇦🇺
Hi @One_Crazy_Dog_Mum . I did look at these options but did not want to get into new structural beams to support a totally new opening like that would need. I have room in / under the floor for chasing out which I will show when I get to it all. Videos are near real time now so no work that end has started. It has been great to get the tips and ideas before I start the work, for a change.🙌
@@threeacresofmarche bummer, I get it, didn’t think of the supporting walls with the beams, we’ve been lucky our trusses are load bearing on the exterior walls so could move internal walls to suit us better. Ps I love the fact the blue tiles came in different hues, totally gorgeous❣️ Shell
Beautiful views at the seaside! Especially loved the drone shots over the water! I was cheering for you while you were wrangling that stove into the fireplace! Good job! And the night sky and fireflies were magical! Greetings from Oklahoma, USA!
Talking to yourself is quite normal Richard Arguing with yourself because you came up with a better idea than you did is not normal.... Im not telling you how I know this 😂😂😂 Great video and progress this week, the fireplace looks fantastic!
Hi Richard,sorry I missed this video & not sure if liking & hitting the bell, counts a couple of week later ! I’m doing it anyway because I loved this video ! It doesn’t matter where you hangout your washing, your in the middle of nowhere 😀 I was holding my breath, watching you, getting the wood stove into the fireplace 😮💨 Love the planes for your Italian 🇮🇹 home ! It’s amazing what you can achieve by yourself! Isn’t it funny, how we apologise for things, you don’t get that anywhere else in the world ! I still say sorry,even though i don’t live in England anymore! Can’t believe you live or near Bramhall ! It’s a small world, I used to go to Bramhall night club ! I lived in Denton,now live in Australia ,my siblings & extended family live close to Bramhall ! Good luck
Gorgeous town and scenery! our plans sound great! I love italy so much, I've been 3 times! My Mothers family are from Colonella?! Thanks for a lovely video! The fireplace is perfect👌
The sea is beautiful. I live near Montesilvano. My favorite beach here is Ortona. You lift my spirits. I like the way you accept the day and are grateful. What a great way to balance life. Everything is looking really good. Bravo.
Hi Richard, love your videos. I agree with others about swapping the bathroom and wardrobe but also, you have not left very much bench space in the kitchen for preparation work. The corner cupboard can be more useful if you get the swing out cupboard inserts or a hinged core door. Good luck with the house. Regards from Australia.
HI Terry @terrykinnane9874 . I should have nearly 2m of prep space (going into the corner) I had a good workspace in a previous house and this will be slighly bigger. I laid it out with cardboard etc. and it feels good for such a small space. (roughly 3.2m x 3m)
Another great video. I think I would swap bedroom and bathroom around, bedroom will have two external walls, great views, long windows. Bathroom can be accessed via the hallway so that you dont need to go through a bedroom to access it. One less structual beam too.
Thanks @motoringnation but opening up that far end for a wide bedroom would have needed a lot more stucture to be put into the roof beams. The existing bathroom wall that goes between the two sides of the house is holding it all up.
Looking great! Italy is stunning. You have a dream place! We love watching your progress. Expats in Sweden. Wanted to share a design concept recommendations for your bed/bath design. Since the home has one bathroom. Switch the toilets to where the closet space is you showed during the beach sketch. Why? That way guests do not need to walk thru your bedroom to access the toilet. Switch it around the toilets/closet. And put in a door from entry/hallway and one from your bedroom. The fireplace tiles are awesome. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Thanks @growth208 . I will have the outhouse converted in the future so that will give me more options for toilets. I decided to stick with a large bedroom and solve the toilet for the odd guest issue another way.👍
Hi there your plans look really good and it'll be fabulous ,have you thought about when the kids are visiting or you have friends around .The toilet situation,it means everyone has to go through your bedroom in the middle of the night while your sleeping?.Just an idea put a door in the hall so it's a jack and Jill type of bathroom. The window in the bathroom brilliant.I know you've nearly done the fire place but your sitting room behind the fire,normally it's nice to chill with the fire going in your sitting room.Maybe open up the fire place on the sitting room side aswell,I've seen this done in a ski chalet in Bulgaria absolutely amazing.I love your channel and look forward to your next video keep up the great work
Thanks @Alan-do4cx . The outhouse will follow so there will be more private space and bathrooms etc. Friends only in the early days so that will be ok and they will probably get the room and I will sleep elsewhere! The fireplace in the lounge - I would have loved to do that but it involved a lot of structural work and cost so it will be cosy enough in that lounge with the sofa and view.
The only thing to keep in mind with the kitchen is counter top space. When coffee machines etc are out theres not too much food prep space. Massive fridge freezer might take up too much space
Hi Richard - I only discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago. My wife and i have been renovating a house in Martigliano near Sestino for the last 4 years - - Not a million miles away from you - We have been either driving or flying into Ancona which is easy - Your videos are great and its all the little hints and tips that are useful.
Loving the plans mate. Think it’s going to be sooo good, especially when you get your outside area done. Hace you thought about an outdoor kitchen? My friends in Portugal practically live outside on their terrace over the summer! I’m loving your journey and very inspired!
Richard, your house design looks good. May i suggest you consider barn sliding door from your bedroom to the ensuite to save space? I think you certainly have the skill to install. Secondly, storage space for linen and towels somewhere. I dont know how much you have, but it can be frustrating if there's no dedicated space ( just a thought). And lastly, a pantry area in the kitchen for when you do a big shop. Best to have a floor to ceiling cupboard in my view. You may have a,ready thought along these lines. The beach looked beautiful, except for the pebbles, not like ours in Australia. I love your videos.
Hi @sueczerniak1266 The barn door sliders are great and they sell many nice rolling mechanims these days so yes, great idea. Linen and storage in general - I have planned for the space and could have that access from the ensuite or walk in....I will see how that feels when I start to frame it up. Australia beaches top trump most beaches in the world. Its an amazing country - you are lucky to live there.😊
Hi Richard, I would suggest you consider a modification to your layout where the bathroom is made accessible to guests without going through your bedroom. Really enjoy your channel and I would love to do similar, but its a bit hard to commute from New Zealand
Thanks @typhiusresponse2713 . The outhouse will give me more rooms and options when I get to that part so figures losing a lot of space for a corridor that won't be used much seemed a waste of space. If it was one house alone I would have done that and squeezed a second bedroom in also.😊
The outside changes sound like it's going to make a huge difference to the look and every bigger, the feeling of the place, especially when those doors go in. Sounds like the kids are going to be in that other building lol, not a bad thing, especially as they get older, they'll appreciate it more than you.😂👍
Great video as always Richard. On the solar panels... its good to have the batteries in an isolated area (read: temperature stable area). But the Inverter (Which i believe you referred to as the "Circuit board") can be quite noisy. Some even have fans for cooling, my 4.5kw unit has. Putting it in the center of the house.. might not be ideal. Make sure to check up on this once you get to that project.
Thank you @KasperBrandenburg . I did wonder about the temperature issues as the house can get to 30 degrees inside sometimes. I am resaeching this all at the moment and as it is such a big purchase to make that should take me some time to decide. I appreciate the tips and did not know about the noise of these things...thank you for the heads up.👍
Fireplace looks wonderful, so I'm officially reversing my design recommendation regarding the marble hearth. It's been fun to see your artistic leanings emerge, both in design & photos/filming. But I did age a bit watching you wrestle with the stove! :)
Thanks @davidmiller-br4bu . All good ideas but the structure and thought that the outhouse renovation in the future will give me option has swung it to being a one bed with the shower ensuite at the end. Who knows...its not started so it could all change when I sleep on all these comments and ideas.👍
Agreed. Been watching for a while and came here to make the same suggestion about flipping your closet and bathroom. Also, you may want a toilet closer when you are in your office or living room/lounge area - maybe consider a half bath on the other side of the house. If you do that, then maybe you can keep your closet and bathroom where it is off the master bedroom.
Richard, have you considered getting a bidet seat for your toilet instead of 2 separate items (toilet & bidet)? I’m in the US and have had an American Standard toilet with matching bidet seat for 6 ys with no problems. You just need a separate outlet & breaker.The seat heats up, water is hot, and it has a dryer!
That sounds like a complex toilet with lots going on @lori531 😂 I am seeing the odd one like that here but as I have the space I think I will go traditional.😁🙌
Yut a thought on the layout. If your going to have a gas stove, then consider gas hot water for both the kitchen and a small unit it the laundry. In the future this will fit with your solar, water heating will place large demands on a solar rig. All the best.
Hi @icepick1945 . Gas is not on mains supply so going through many bottles, and the weight to shoft those things, I am better off staying on grid and using solar when I can. I can have a small heater for the kitchen and leave the mains water off all summer as it gets to a lovely temperature (for me) just sat in the tank!😁
@@threeacresofmarche No sweat. Here in New Zealand we use 45Kg bottles; a pad with 2 bottles, and the gas is plumbed to the stove and hot water. When one runs out, it auto switches top the second bottle, we order a replacement and its delivered, too easy.
Absolutely love your channel. I appreciate your directness and genuine nature and the step by step details of your amazing journey. I really hope there is a way I can meet you and garner your input as I look for a place to retire to full-time next year. Please stay available and keep sharing. It has been a tremendous help. Thank you
HI @ISFMaster . Thank you. Please feel free to contact me anytime. I am getting more and more messages each week but it should all be manageable. Best wishes for your search and I am happy to help if and where I can.
Another great update. I hope this comment isn't too late. Personally I would rethink access to what seems the only toilet. If you have people round for dinner, then they will have to walk through your bedroom!!!! Also, toilet waste is the most logicistic nightmare, so I would always try and keep it as close to an outside wall and existing drains.
@@threeacresofmarche The host with the mostness!!!!! Ok for men but less for ladies. I don't think my wife will be putting you on our Christmas card list.
I also LOVE seeing your town in England at the end!!! my hubby is British(from Kent) and we haven't been since before the pandemic so it was really nice to see a British town again! thank you!!
A quite important thing that is very often overlooked is - drumroll - ventilation. Unless you plan on having some old and crappy windows that generously leak air - guaranteeing cold mornings in the winter - you definitely want to have a solid look at this concept. Unfortunately a lot of people still thinks that windows are part of the ventilation. They are not. An easy way of thinking about it is that windows are there to let light in. Ventilation is there to let air in and out - in a CONTROLLED fashion.
I am showering outside atm because the current bathroom does not vent or drain well and can smell slightly damp because of that. I would have been there all day had I covered this level of detail 😁 Extractor fan and a ceiling fan plus two windows and a radiator...plus the bedroom door and the bedroom also having a fan and two windows....I hope I get that covered. All will be revealed once I start that work.👍
@@threeacresofmarche Ventilation means you have a controlled and consistent flow of air (measured in liters per minute). What you want is the air flowing from the "clean" areas of your house to the "dirty". This means you want the air to enter in your bedroom and study and exit in your kitchen and bathroom. What you suggest is a totally uncontrolled air flow meaning you could get the smell of your cooking and expulsion of the result of your cooking in areas where you probably won't appreciate it. The cheapest is to make sure you have a pipe in the ceiling up through the roof in the bathroom and kitchen ensuring a self draft much like in an open fire place. Then drill holes in the walls in the bedroom and study so the air flows diagonally through the room. In the holes you install vents where you easily control how much air you let in. This is the most basic version of ventilation. I am sure there is more info available on youtube.
Thanks all - all good ideas but I hope that the desk / teams calls are not a forever thing. A larger desk and set back from a large screen is better for working and editing. It can all be tweaked and changed but long term I see this as a reading corner.👍
@@threeacresofmarche Fingers crossed on teams calls. You're absolutely right about your desk, a reading nook and a good fire roaring, sounds like bliss.
Hello Richard. Nice! New video. 😂🎉 I am jealous how often you can go to Le Marche. Some points to mention, I hope you don't mind... 😂 1. I live in Feldkirch, Austria, right on the Austrian/Swiss border😂 not far from you where you drive on the highway... 2. Why do you buy Toblerone on the ferry? Can imagine the price is enormous 😢, wouldn't it be better in a grocery store in Switzerland and if not possible then at a Swiss gas station? Plus coffee, plus using restroom, taking a small break? 3. It was a little bit difficult to follow your drawing on the beach, because I could not see the drawings beside the bedroom due to the black subtitle block. Maybe you keep this in mind. 😂 Anyway, you have good drawing skills 😊 4. Also I was not able to figure out WHEN you visited your home in Corinaldo. I believe it takes you some time to cut the video and upload it. I just saw some if the people in Sinolo (?) wearing thick jackets, the next guy wears shorts😂, and you say the water is cold and it is published end of July when creeping hot. So, maybe there is a possibility to state the date/month when recorded? Would be great. 😅 So many wishes 😂 Apparently it was before July? Did you miss the Verdiccchio festival in Montecarotto? I have to do the same. Organizing my calender and vacation around the important festivals in Le Marche😂 5. I love your way fixing problems with small 5 cent coins 😂 6. I would rather try to make your main office desk in a L shape in front of the window, rather than only beside the window. It is something else to sit at the laptop and having the direct view out of the (hopefully clean😂) window when working!!! ❤Maybe make it movable or another small desk which you can roll under the other when not in use or a small part under the window for the laptop and the monitors on the other ? Of course you have to be able to open the window 😂 but trust me, it elevates everything to the next level. 7. No question why Le Marche is so green, it seems to rain quite a couple of times. Looking forward until my time in Le Marche will come up.... Until then I am patiently waiting for your next videos 😊 It brings Le Marche nearer to me... And your other fans probably...
By the way, also the black subtitle box was hiding your body for quite a long period 😂 when you went swimming in the sea... Was waiting for it to dissappear... 😂 Swearing... 😂 Rambling... 😂
Thanks for taking the time to write @dorismeusburger4219 . I had not considered the screen visuals and framing while subtitles are on - thank you - I will try to remember that the next time I am showing something in detail.👍
Another fantastic video Richard! That sky though, can we talk about that sky...I mean, come on, that just pulls me in and the flickering fireflies, stunning!
Love your project and how it's coming along. I just wanted to point out that storing batteries for solar so near an oven it's not a great idea. They don't like extreme heat nor extreme cold. An optimal range for them is between 10 - 25 °C of ambient temperature. I don't know about Italy, but in other contries with similar latitude a common practice is to store them in an underground enclosure like a cellar, so the temperature of the earth regulates the ambient temperature.
Thank you @1v4nN1k I did not realise this and someone else has pointed out the same thing. I will need a rethink...as I don't have a cellar. It is still early in the research of which one(s) I will buy but the temperature in the house will be important. Example - today - no aircon on - the house is 32degrees inside.🥵
Nice idea @user-zj3cn4wt4u if the place was larger and being built for guests. Losing so much space for a corridor with the plans for the outhouse to have more facilities seemed a waste of space. Friends will probably be given the bedroom anyway.😊
Love your videos, lots of variety & love Italy, so much to see wherever you go. Maybe room for a dresser of some sort for all your extra bedding etc if you’re not having a linen cupboard. Really like the idea of being able to see the view from the shower, very relaxing. 👍😀.
HI @diane7925 . I think there will be room for a linen cupboard but there will be room for one or two large chest of draws should I need them. Under the bed storage is handy also.
Incredible that everything is in such close proximity. I live in California and drive 1 hour each way to work and back. Looking forward to my trip to LeMarche in Sept and seeing the entire province the week that I'm there. Thx for doing this video on Loretto as I intend to visit there too.
Hi @SAGUY1971 while you can fly around the region, it is still a large area to cover. Not the size of CA but it is pretty big and I would say hard to see it all in a week....but a week is enough to see if you love it or not. Safe trip.👍
I would swap the walk-in robe and the bathroom around so people don't have to enter your bedroom to go to the bathroom. Love your willingness to adapt.
Hi @OnTheFlipSide . I will be converting the outhouse and should have more toilet options when I get that far into the plan. I did not want to lose a few sqm for a corridor for the odd occasion. I'm sure this will all become good down the road and the larger bedroom will be a big plus.🤞
Wow you are zooming along. Bravo 👏. I love the Adriatic coast - spent lots of time there as a child & adult. Delicious pasta. You could go traditional with the washing line - long outstretched rope so that the clothes blow in the wind. Italian style 😘
Hi @TheBluebellMoon2 . Yes, a long line would be great but where so that it does not have to be a pain to put away each time? Maybe once the landscaping is done a spot for a traditional line could pop into the vision.🤞
As I am now near real time it is nice to have the comments come in before I do the work...but yes, this is great fun. I feel very fortunate and am overwhelmed by the support.
I’m really enjoying seeing you get into La Dolce Vita- it’s been really great seeing you smile more and more as you experience small successes along the way! I love the layout! However, I propose the following change along with the reasoning behind it: Switch the bathroom and closet so that day guests, or dinner guests can use the bathroom without having to go through the bedroom to do so. I’m sure that as you explore this option, you will see the wisdom in this designer’s advice. Also consider the following; have at least a pullout couch for the guest who has had too much to drink to use instead of getting on the road in a dangerous state of inebriation. You’d hate for something to happen after a great night of merriment with your new BFF’s… Keep up the good work, Richard. I’ll be there in November for my own “real estate recon”, with the intention of returning in the spring for the final push to find my corner of Italy! See you on the next video!😊
Thank you @pattypinsky3085 . I have the outhouse to follow which will have more rooms, a bedroom and its own bathroom etc. With that in mind I felt losing the corridor to create a very wide and open bedroom with windows on either side wall was the right choice. Best wishes for your house search. November is good so you see these places out of season. Everywhere looks great from Spring to Autumn but if it grabs you in winter you are onto something special.😎
Love your show . I do remodels also here in old small farm houses (Texas). You need a queen size Murphy bed in the front room w the Tele. That way you e got sleeping accommodations for two more or little ones
Hi @Sassycowgirl17 . I don't think a bed would fit in there with the sofa. That sofa could sleep two adults anyway....the outhouse renovation will give me more options in time.👍
Hello Richard. The beach and water looked beautiful. When you were walking down that steep path to get there I was already thinking about the return trip and unless you could walk down hill there and back you were in for a tough return. I was also wondering if you were adding some chimney pipes and damper to the wood stove going up into the fireplace chimney to help with the draft. Everything is looking great keep up the good work.
Hi @dono9879 . There is a flat way in and out of that beach (the far right hand side as you look out to sea). Yes, there is a flue pipe in - it didnt film well and nearly wrecked my camera. Many have mentioned it so I will try and show it somehow. The big test will be in the winter of course...
24:37 its great way of thinking, but the fire place stands in the middel, I would suggest that you replace between the sofa and the desk area so that the big open area in the middle for purpose of sitting and getting worm in winter...also the kitchen you can do a bar system to make it easy to deliver plates on a tabel and two chairs ...the last thing is the dressing room you need to think about the orientation of it in relation to bathroom shower pipes as it would be in the middel.....wishing you good luck its really exciting to do your own privet place with your own hands ...keep the good job on!
Thank you for the thoughts @lubnar.al-azzawi6748 . Moving the fireplace would have been a massive and expensive job. An outside kitchen for the summer will be better - I cannot see many staying in the winter. Also, all the pipes can be hidden in the framing of the bathroom layout which helps for access and fitting etc.
Can you swap the wardrobe/dressing room with the bathroom - as then people could access the bathroom via the hall and you can still have access via your room - appreciate plumbing would need to be moved but it's just a thought
Hi @merilynp-j294 . Its not going to be an open house / party house. The outhouse will follow so friends that stay will have the room and ensuite to themselves.
You may plan on never leaving the Marche location but always consider resale. Maybe work in a bunkie attached to an outdoor bathroom but a second bedroom would be better. ❤
Maybe consider a pre-fab shed, like a bunkhouse, attached to house, that creates a 2nd bathroom set up off your livingroom. Why not?! Get your woodstove hooked into your water system.
Hi @christinefrancoeur325 my plans may change, as you say. The outhouse will add rooms/bedrooms and a bathroom so that as a two building property it should be good to sell should I need to.🤞
Great video the fireplace is so beautiful 😍 Richard The city and beach were so amazing and water is so blue House is looking good and plans are wonderful Thank you for sharing your travel back to England Take care and see you in next video ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Again thanks for the ❤️ heart I enjoy rewatching your videos too You do an amazing job on ypur projects and love when you show the different areas around your home So beautiful and the hilly area looks similar to where I live in US in state of West Virginia without the ocean
Best video yet - lots of variety and detail. So Fly, Drive or Ferry? What's the best way to get back and forth to Italy from the UK? Leaving the car at the airport, or driving across Europe or combination of the two? How do the costs compare? Thanks.
Hi @talkeasy . It all depends on the season and how organised you are. Fly and car hire can be very cheap. Cars can be 10euros per day...but then a small car can go to 50 euros or more per day. Driving, leaving the car and popping back on a flight works for me if I have not been great at booking ahead. I prefer the ferry so that I miss that long drive through England up to Manchester...but driving on the continent is like an adventure.
@@threeacresofmarche Thanks for the info. Following your comments in an earlier video about leaving the car in Italy, I took up that idea and mine is currently sitting at Pisa airport. Hope it's still there when I go back next week!. But it's a great solution for commuting, though the airport parking is a bit pricy. If anyone knows of cheap parking around Pisa please let me know.
Hi Richard, finally got time to catch up on your adventures. Will watch all videos in these days and see how far you've come 💪 As always some questions are a must😄 Loved the plans you shown here. Question, you think having a bed on one side of the wall and a stove, fire on another will be good for the sleep? Otherwise, not sure if it's just me, but I love or need a kitchen well light with daylight. IF I saw right, you+ll only have one window in it. Will it be enough for you? Would you consider a roof window in that part of the house? Final one for this video. Love the satchel, where you had you house plans in on the beach. Where did you get it or better where could one buy it? 😅 If it's not called a satchel my mistake. Non English speaker here. Also, applauding to your editing skills, they are improving with every video. Cheers from the South of Italy 🍷
Hi @nejcpilih, The stove would not be on when sleeping so that should be no issue. The walls can be made thicker with any form of insulation so no issue at all as I see it. There will only be one window in the kitchen and ideally I would have more. Planning has been exhausting so I am working with what is there. It does get nice light through the day and will be even better once I open up that doorway. Good lighting for winter and it should be cosy. I bought that sachel from a small shop in Rome. I found the shop for someone else that asked but cannot find it now. If I search and find it I will message you again.👍
Morning Richard, make as many doodles when planning as after thoughts once done can be frustrating. Plan 7: Me - Not that washing up takes that much time but I would have the fridge were the sink was, as the plan doesn't look like there is much counterspace to place dishes before washing or even have a dishrack. That way you have space for any size fridge, maybe a narrow 8"/10" pull out pantry the depth of the fridge just for can goods/jars etc. What looks like a narrow 8"/10" pantry door is really a rollout shelving unit. With this switch about, you would then have more counters/prep space and even wall space for more upper cabinets or open shelving. Your choice. Maximize the storage in a small kitchen, is my rule. Any kitchen period. More likely have the sink where the hob was planned. Can still see out the window - just a thought. I found that graph paper helped with planning placement space and even blue tape on the floor to see how much room everything takes, helps a lot with placement and the vision. Plan 8: Me -the next plan would be have the bedroom sweep across the entire end - with 3 windows to enjoy the view, the bed would face the direction of the end of the house. Maybe a door to outside? A Jack and Jill shared access bathroom could then be accessed for visitors etc just off the kitchen without going through your bedroom. Less plumbing lines or connections (as the sink is on the other side of that wall now in Plan 7) The walk in closet would resemble a butler's pantry /galley passage sort of access to a very private bedroom. I noticed from watching British shows - the term 3 aspect was used when it comes to window views. The skies the limit. Changing things around on paper is easy. A fresh sets of eyes. Not cementing a plan just yet. If your gonna smash things up - do it once. Loved the tour about - saved me the airfare. Happy birds and magical fire flies. To quote a line from Mungo Jerry's song, In the Summertime - "we are happy living the south philosophy" - bingo! The song was before your time but your parents would remember, it was number 1 in the the summer of 1970. They had a pretty grainy video then where the guy doesn't seem too happy in front of the camera but you can see the London double decker buses in the background. Thanks for sharing your magical mystery tour.
By the way - those big American fridges need a lot of room on the side to swing the doors open because of the depth of the door and to open the interior drawers. It won't work having one up against a 90 degree wall. One more reason to have the fridge by the window, making sure the door can swing open. I'd opt for the door swing to be window side even though your windows open inward, they won't swing inward as deep as the fridge is. The pullout pantry on wheels can go between the wall and the fridge. Use a wooden dowel or two, lengthwise to keep the items on the shelf without blocking the labels. Shelf heights could be staggered to accommodate bottles etc. You have great building skills and could easily make one. Hope you can understand what I am trying to describe. It may be just food for thought right now but good storage and counterspace make a great kitchen - it's the cook that makes the food. PS - I'd adjust the depth of the desk, even if the bracket legs will only allow for a few inches less desk top. It will give you more room in a tight office space. Can you tell I like a chat?
After watching the plan again - with the bedroom/bathroom/closet switch about, then your big hot water tank is right next to the kitchen too. Less plumbing lines saves money and time plus less lines to spring a leak.
Thank you for the tips @LindaSiuzdak and for taking the time to write so much. A quick reply - a double sink hides quite a lot of dishes that are waiting to be cleaned (I have done that before). Putting the bedroom at the one end would need a new sturctural beam and that seemed too much when the current layout feels good. A small under sink water tank solves the water nearby and saved heating a big tank when there is no need. The outhouse converstion will follow - I can play around with that layout more...I hope.
You come across as someone who really knows how to appreciate life in the round , a sane work/life balance, and your house, garden is going to reflect just that. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Richard, lovely video. The French doors you are putting in, I would have them opening out as you will have more room inside. As for your washing, when the back is cleared you could put line there. Love the plans 😊❤
HI @lesleywood76 . The french doors are quite narrow so having them both open won't take a great deal of space up. Besides, I was lead to believe that inward are more secure and you can leave them open in the rain without having to build a cover. Anyway, you should see them in the next video...
I enjoyed the video and really enjoyed the drive with the beautiful scenery. Looking forward to your return to your home in Italy! Take Care, Claudie/Texas
Thanks again Richard! We were in Marche in June and went to the beach near Sirolo and the water was great so I'm wondering what time of the year you filmed this. Looking at the fields I guess it was before June. Could you perhaps give an indication of when an episode is filmed so we can get an idea of the climate in Marche?
Really good video, Richard! You are kind of an entertaining fellow. I love the blue tile in the fireplace. Thanks for sharing the house layout and future plans. Looking forward to hearing what you get up to after your "break" back in England!
Loving the channel mate. Basically alone on the beautiful beach telling us about your house renovation plans. Waiting for my kids to grow up so we can do something similar!?
I had the same plan @huwtindall7096 . It is hard to know when to jump in but looking after the children and getting them through school helps to get the ducks lined up. Good luck to you.👍
Question: when guests are in your house would they walk through your closet to access bathroom or walk through bedroom to access bathroom?
Since you are moving toilet anyway could you reverse plan so you walk through your closet to access bath from master? That way guests would just walk down your hallway to access bathroom and not have to walk through either bed or closet? Just a thought. Looks great!
Keep as open as possible. You will enjoy the light and airflow. All those doors are not needed.
Lovely video!
HI @brendarushka9966 the outhouse renovation will follow so losing a few sqm for a corridor just on the chance a friends stopping by may need the loo seemed a waste of space. There will be more toilets in the future but keeping this as a bib, open, bedroom feels right.👍
You are doing the right thing to live "what a life hey" Great layout & visioning it, it'll be fab. As an afterthought from my corner in Spain. A round dining/kitchen table seats more F&F & breaks-up the cubism & softens the flow within the house. Much succes and pleasure creating "your spot"💃🍷💃👍
Good tip. Thank you @anitaklamer3360
The bird singing day and night next to your house is a nightingale. They are awesome singers. 🙂
Oh God! The stove shuffle was beyond funny and brilliant in equal measures!!🙈 Go Richard!💪. Absolutely love following this journey.😊
😁 thank you @user-ey3ot4te3u
To avoid digging up the floor for plumbing, or boxing it in, it works well to have all fixtures attached to outside walls. Having said that though, your plans are coming along nicely. That fireplace is beautiful, well done. I enjoy your videos. Cheers! 😊
I have wondered about putting that outside and I could cover most of it under the patio. I have time to think that through.👍
Richard another enjoyable video you do make me laugh great sense of humour & laid back attitude looking forward to seeing it all come together keep up the great work
Very very beautiful place. Thank you!
That beach was incredible! Nice to see you in relax mode too👌👋😊
Beautiful scenery of the Italian coast! You have found a sublime place in the sun to live your best life!
Hi Richard, love love LOVE the flow of the kitchen layout❣️This is probably a pointless suggestion as the videos are from a while ago but I’ll say it anyway, I’m not sure if you’ve thought about flipping the bedroom & ensuite/robe layout so the bedroom has the cross flow windows and awesome views, that will make the bathroom more accessible for guests and bring your plumbing closer to the existing plumbing which will save costs, if your going to move the loo & bidet you’ll need to chase the waste across the floor anyway❤ just a suggestion as I know what a pain it’s been for guests to go through our bedroom & robe to get to the ensuite while the main bathroom was being renovated. Which is now 99% complete, just a glass shower panel needed for the tub. Whooooo hooooooo. 🍷cheers Shell 🇦🇺
Hi @One_Crazy_Dog_Mum . I did look at these options but did not want to get into new structural beams to support a totally new opening like that would need. I have room in / under the floor for chasing out which I will show when I get to it all. Videos are near real time now so no work that end has started. It has been great to get the tips and ideas before I start the work, for a change.🙌
@@threeacresofmarche bummer, I get it, didn’t think of the supporting walls with the beams, we’ve been lucky our trusses are load bearing on the exterior walls so could move internal walls to suit us better. Ps I love the fact the blue tiles came in different hues, totally gorgeous❣️ Shell
Beautiful views at the seaside! Especially loved the drone shots over the water! I was cheering for you while you were wrangling that stove into the fireplace! Good job! And the night sky and fireflies were magical! Greetings from Oklahoma, USA!
HI @brensearsjohnston4411 . Thank you!
Every time I see a new video from you, I miss Italy so much. Well done, Richard!
That is great to hear - thank you @peterborchers410
Talking to yourself is quite normal Richard
Arguing with yourself because you came up with a better idea than you did is not normal.... Im not telling you how I know this 😂😂😂
Great video and progress this week, the fireplace looks fantastic!
😂🙌 @scottsorby7966
keep em coming fella, top stuff
Hi Richard,sorry I missed this video & not sure if liking & hitting the bell, counts a couple of week later ! I’m doing it anyway because I loved this video ! It doesn’t matter where you hangout your washing, your in the middle of nowhere 😀 I was holding my breath, watching you, getting the wood stove into the fireplace 😮💨 Love the planes for your Italian 🇮🇹 home ! It’s amazing what you can achieve by yourself! Isn’t it funny, how we apologise for things, you don’t get that anywhere else in the world ! I still say sorry,even though i don’t live in England anymore!
Can’t believe you live or near Bramhall ! It’s a small world, I used to go to Bramhall night club !
I lived in Denton,now live in Australia ,my siblings & extended family live close to Bramhall !
Good luck
Its a small world @sandraberry612 . Thank you - it does not matter when you watch or like as they all add up over time.🙏
Gorgeous town and scenery! our plans sound great! I love italy so much, I've been 3 times! My Mothers family are from Colonella?! Thanks for a lovely video! The fireplace is perfect👌
You have one of the most beautiful views! Enjoy! As you say Happy Days!😃
Ahhh the view. It is all about that outside space at the end of the day.😊
What a.nice long video. It’s great that you week out interaction with us as viewers.
Thoroughly loving a near 1 hour video Richybaby :) You work hard, and it's really paying off mate. I'm so jealous :)
Thanks @Stoobers .😂 I hope your plan comes good for you soon mate. Keep pushing for it and you never know.👍
The sea is beautiful. I live near Montesilvano. My favorite beach here is Ortona. You lift my spirits. I like the way you accept the day and are grateful. What a great way to balance life. Everything is looking really good. Bravo.
Thank you @kdclothes
Hi Richard, love your videos. I agree with others about swapping the bathroom and wardrobe but also, you have not left very much bench space in the kitchen for preparation work. The corner cupboard can be more useful if you get the swing out cupboard inserts or a hinged core door. Good luck with the house. Regards from Australia.
Would there be space for a working island? Don't put the stove or sink on that island.
HI Terry @terrykinnane9874 . I should have nearly 2m of prep space (going into the corner) I had a good workspace in a previous house and this will be slighly bigger. I laid it out with cardboard etc. and it feels good for such a small space. (roughly 3.2m x 3m)
No. There is not enough space for an island. I will have an outside kitchen also...in time.
Another great video.
I think I would swap bedroom and bathroom around, bedroom will have two external walls, great views, long windows. Bathroom can be accessed via the hallway so that you dont need to go through a bedroom to access it. One less structual beam too.
Thanks @motoringnation but opening up that far end for a wide bedroom would have needed a lot more stucture to be put into the roof beams. The existing bathroom wall that goes between the two sides of the house is holding it all up.
Looking great! Italy is stunning. You have a dream place! We love watching your progress. Expats in Sweden.
Wanted to share a design concept recommendations for your bed/bath design.
Since the home has one bathroom. Switch the toilets to where the closet space is you showed during the beach sketch. Why?
That way guests do not need to walk thru your bedroom to access the toilet.
Switch it around the toilets/closet. And put in a door from entry/hallway and one from your bedroom.
The fireplace tiles are awesome.
Thank you for sharing your journey.
Thanks @growth208 . I will have the outhouse converted in the future so that will give me more options for toilets. I decided to stick with a large bedroom and solve the toilet for the odd guest issue another way.👍
I enjoyed your excursions today, and especially your trip back to England 🇬🇧. Beats any travelogue I've ever seen! Thanks! 😊
Thats very kind of you @yiddishshmiddish . They are hard to piece together.
Hi there your plans look really good and it'll be fabulous ,have you thought about when the kids are visiting or you have friends around .The toilet situation,it means everyone has to go through your bedroom in the middle of the night while your sleeping?.Just an idea put a door in the hall so it's a jack and Jill type of bathroom. The window in the bathroom brilliant.I know you've nearly done the fire place but your sitting room behind the fire,normally it's nice to chill with the fire going in your sitting room.Maybe open up the fire place on the sitting room side aswell,I've seen this done in a ski chalet in Bulgaria absolutely amazing.I love your channel and look forward to your next video keep up the great work
I too got myphed on the fireplace location, and yes, I'd be opening the other side of the fireplace back wall for sure.
Thanks @Alan-do4cx . The outhouse will follow so there will be more private space and bathrooms etc. Friends only in the early days so that will be ok and they will probably get the room and I will sleep elsewhere!
The fireplace in the lounge - I would have loved to do that but it involved a lot of structural work and cost so it will be cosy enough in that lounge with the sofa and view.
The only thing to keep in mind with the kitchen is counter top space. When coffee machines etc are out theres not too much food prep space. Massive fridge freezer might take up too much space
Hi @Smeegs while shops do sell coffee machines, most have coffee pots that take up no space at all and make amazing coffee.😊
Hi Richard - I only discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago. My wife and i have been renovating a house in Martigliano near Sestino for the last 4 years - - Not a million miles away from you - We have been either driving or flying into Ancona which is easy - Your videos are great and its all the little hints and tips that are useful.
That's great. Thanks for @DavidWillett-z1x . There are some great comments in here with amazing tips...if you have the time. I am no expert !!😂
Loving the plans mate. Think it’s going to be sooo good, especially when you get your outside area done. Hace you thought about an outdoor kitchen? My friends in Portugal practically live outside on their terrace over the summer! I’m loving your journey and very inspired!
Same in Hawaii, so great to have outdoor kitchens.
Thank you @paulaskew1013 . That outside lifestyle and the design of the natural shade is the most important and exciting part.
Richard, your house design looks good. May i suggest you consider barn sliding door from your bedroom to the ensuite to save space? I think you certainly have the skill to install. Secondly, storage space for linen and towels somewhere. I dont know how much you have, but it can be frustrating if there's no dedicated space ( just a thought). And lastly, a pantry area in the kitchen for when you do a big shop. Best to have a floor to ceiling cupboard in my view. You may have a,ready thought along these lines. The beach looked beautiful, except for the pebbles, not like ours in Australia. I love your videos.
Hi @sueczerniak1266
The barn door sliders are great and they sell many nice rolling mechanims these days so yes, great idea. Linen and storage in general - I have planned for the space and could have that access from the ensuite or walk in....I will see how that feels when I start to frame it up.
Australia beaches top trump most beaches in the world. Its an amazing country - you are lucky to live there.😊
Fantastic video Richard. You've made a great job of the fireplace! Well done 👍👍
Thanks @jimgott2405
Hi Richard, I would suggest you consider a modification to your layout where the bathroom is made accessible to guests without going through your bedroom. Really enjoy your channel and I would love to do similar, but its a bit hard to commute from New Zealand
Thanks @typhiusresponse2713 . The outhouse will give me more rooms and options when I get to that part so figures losing a lot of space for a corridor that won't be used much seemed a waste of space. If it was one house alone I would have done that and squeezed a second bedroom in also.😊
The Town, the beach- it all looks amazing!
The outside changes sound like it's going to make a huge difference to the look and every bigger, the feeling of the place, especially when those doors go in. Sounds like the kids are going to be in that other building lol, not a bad thing, especially as they get older, they'll appreciate it more than you.😂👍
Love the blue tiles you put into the fireplace! Looks lovely!
Thank you @maneuschwander6394
Great video as always Richard. On the solar panels... its good to have the batteries in an isolated area (read: temperature stable area). But the Inverter (Which i believe you referred to as the "Circuit board") can be quite noisy. Some even have fans for cooling, my 4.5kw unit has. Putting it in the center of the house.. might not be ideal. Make sure to check up on this once you get to that project.
Thank you @KasperBrandenburg . I did wonder about the temperature issues as the house can get to 30 degrees inside sometimes. I am resaeching this all at the moment and as it is such a big purchase to make that should take me some time to decide. I appreciate the tips and did not know about the noise of these things...thank you for the heads up.👍
Fireplace looks wonderful, so I'm officially reversing my design recommendation regarding the marble hearth. It's been fun to see your artistic leanings emerge, both in design & photos/filming. But I did age a bit watching you wrestle with the stove! :)
😁 thanks @Lisawelcomehomeinteriors I am enjoying the filming side the more I get into it.
Like the travel and afternoon off time. So beautiful areas. Thanks for labeling them.
Coming along nicely…I agree with others about the bathroom though. There’s some beautiful towns there 😊
Thanks @davidmiller-br4bu . All good ideas but the structure and thought that the outhouse renovation in the future will give me option has swung it to being a one bed with the shower ensuite at the end. Who knows...its not started so it could all change when I sleep on all these comments and ideas.👍
suggestion : switch the new bath and closet so the bath can be accessed from the hallway [for visitors] and the bedroom through the closet
Sounds like he has outdoor shower for guests
Agreed 😊
Agree, came to make this suggestion, or to add second toilet somewhere.
Agreed. Been watching for a while and came here to make the same suggestion about flipping your closet and bathroom. Also, you may want a toilet closer when you are in your office or living room/lounge area - maybe consider a half bath on the other side of the house. If you do that, then maybe you can keep your closet and bathroom where it is off the master bedroom.
Whatever you do, keep others from using your loo.
Richard, have you considered getting a bidet seat for your toilet instead of 2 separate items (toilet & bidet)? I’m in the US and have had an American Standard toilet with matching bidet seat for 6 ys with no problems. You just need a separate outlet & breaker.The seat heats up, water is hot, and it has a dryer!
That sounds like a complex toilet with lots going on @lori531 😂 I am seeing the odd one like that here but as I have the space I think I will go traditional.😁🙌
Loving the progress you're making. Thank you for sharing with us.
Great longer video hope it's the first of many more. Well done on man handling the stove. House is taking shape now,good luck.
HI @patmahoney561 I hope to do more if the content justifies it. Thanks for the feedback.
Your view of those rolling fields are as beautiful as it gets. Easily beats an ocean view❤
Thanks for taking us on the trip through the alps and Holland... So familiar. We just missed you, in the Markthal of Rotterdam,, haha. See ya...
That was a great place for a lunch stop! I hope you enjoyed it also.
Yut a thought on the layout. If your going to have a gas stove, then consider gas hot water for both the kitchen and a small unit it the laundry. In the future this will fit with your solar, water heating will place large demands on a solar rig. All the best.
Hi @icepick1945 . Gas is not on mains supply so going through many bottles, and the weight to shoft those things, I am better off staying on grid and using solar when I can. I can have a small heater for the kitchen and leave the mains water off all summer as it gets to a lovely temperature (for me) just sat in the tank!😁
@@threeacresofmarche No sweat. Here in New Zealand we use 45Kg bottles; a pad with 2 bottles, and the gas is plumbed to the stove and hot water. When one runs out, it auto switches top the second bottle, we order a replacement and its delivered, too easy.
I am not having much luck with deliveries at the moment! 😂
You are very courageous… I live in a country with a great beachside but just to bath alone in a desert beach uouuu!!!😮
Absolutely love your channel. I appreciate your directness and genuine nature and the step by step details of your amazing journey. I really hope there is a way I can meet you and garner your input as I look for a place to retire to full-time next year. Please stay available and keep sharing. It has been a tremendous help. Thank you
HI @ISFMaster . Thank you. Please feel free to contact me anytime. I am getting more and more messages each week but it should all be manageable. Best wishes for your search and I am happy to help if and where I can.
Like the longer video. Looking forward to more. Thanks!
Thanks @HighTonnage . I hope to do more if the content justifies them being that long.👍
Another great update. I hope this comment isn't too late. Personally I would rethink access to what seems the only toilet. If you have people round for dinner, then they will have to walk through your bedroom!!!! Also, toilet waste is the most logicistic nightmare, so I would always try and keep it as close to an outside wall and existing drains.
There will be more than one toilet on the plot but only one in this main house.👍
@@threeacresofmarche The host with the mostness!!!!! Ok for men but less for ladies. I don't think my wife will be putting you on our Christmas card list.
I also LOVE seeing your town in England at the end!!! my hubby is British(from Kent) and we haven't been since before the pandemic so it was really nice to see a British town again! thank you!!
I like it all. And yeah, your property is big enough to have the shower the way you described. I like it.
Thanks @EricOnTH-cam . A cosy one bedder rather than a crammed in two bed. Plenty of room outside!👍
Enjoy your break Richard you deserve it, Tony 🇬🇧
I got back from 10 days Germany and 10 days Italy on Tuesday. It was fantastic..... the food! :).
That sounds like a great trip!
A quite important thing that is very often overlooked is - drumroll - ventilation.
Unless you plan on having some old and crappy windows that generously leak air - guaranteeing cold mornings in the winter - you definitely want to have a solid look at this concept.
Unfortunately a lot of people still thinks that windows are part of the ventilation.
They are not.
An easy way of thinking about it is that windows are there to let light in.
Ventilation is there to let air in and out - in a CONTROLLED fashion.
I am showering outside atm because the current bathroom does not vent or drain well and can smell slightly damp because of that. I would have been there all day had I covered this level of detail 😁 Extractor fan and a ceiling fan plus two windows and a radiator...plus the bedroom door and the bedroom also having a fan and two windows....I hope I get that covered. All will be revealed once I start that work.👍
@@threeacresofmarche Ventilation means you have a controlled and consistent flow of air (measured in liters per minute). What you want is the air flowing from the "clean" areas of your house to the "dirty". This means you want the air to enter in your bedroom and study and exit in your kitchen and bathroom. What you suggest is a totally uncontrolled air flow meaning you could get the smell of your cooking and expulsion of the result of your cooking in areas where you probably won't appreciate it.
The cheapest is to make sure you have a pipe in the ceiling up through the roof in the bathroom and kitchen ensuring a self draft much like in an open fire place. Then drill holes in the walls in the bedroom and study so the air flows diagonally through the room. In the holes you install vents where you easily control how much air you let in. This is the most basic version of ventilation. I am sure there is more info available on youtube.
If you put the book shelving either side of the window, it will provide more room for the desk chair etc. I love your videos.
... and "float" the desk in the room to make a proper den
I think part of his design choices concern having the bookcase as a nice background for his video conferencing work.
I'd lessen the desk top so it is not so deep and gives more room in a small space
Thanks all - all good ideas but I hope that the desk / teams calls are not a forever thing. A larger desk and set back from a large screen is better for working and editing. It can all be tweaked and changed but long term I see this as a reading corner.👍
@@threeacresofmarche Fingers crossed on teams calls.
You're absolutely right about your desk, a reading nook and a good fire roaring, sounds like bliss.
Hello Richard. Nice! New video. 😂🎉
I am jealous how often you can go to Le Marche.
Some points to mention, I hope you don't mind... 😂
1. I live in Feldkirch, Austria, right on the Austrian/Swiss border😂 not far from you where you drive on the highway...
2. Why do you buy Toblerone on the ferry? Can imagine the price is enormous 😢, wouldn't it be better in a grocery store in Switzerland and if not possible then at a Swiss gas station? Plus coffee, plus using restroom, taking a small break?
3. It was a little bit difficult to follow your drawing on the beach, because I could not see the drawings beside the bedroom due to the black subtitle block. Maybe you keep this in mind. 😂
Anyway, you have good drawing skills 😊
4. Also I was not able to figure out WHEN you visited your home in Corinaldo. I believe it takes you some time to cut the video and upload it. I just saw some if the people in Sinolo (?) wearing thick jackets, the next guy wears shorts😂, and you say the water is cold and it is published end of July when creeping hot. So, maybe there is a possibility to state the date/month when recorded? Would be great. 😅 So many wishes 😂 Apparently it was before July? Did you miss the Verdiccchio festival in Montecarotto?
I have to do the same. Organizing my calender and vacation around the important festivals in Le Marche😂
5. I love your way fixing problems with small 5 cent coins 😂
6. I would rather try to make your main office desk in a L shape in front of the window, rather than only beside the window. It is something else to sit at the laptop and having the direct view out of the (hopefully clean😂) window when working!!! ❤Maybe make it movable or another small desk which you can roll under the other when not in use or a small part under the window for the laptop and the monitors on the other ? Of course you have to be able to open the window 😂 but trust me, it elevates everything to the next level.
7. No question why Le Marche is so green, it seems to rain quite a couple of times.
Looking forward until my time in Le Marche will come up....
Until then I am patiently waiting for your next videos 😊 It brings Le Marche nearer to me... And your other fans probably...
By the way, also the black subtitle box was hiding your body for quite a long period 😂 when you went swimming in the sea... Was waiting for it to dissappear... 😂 Swearing... 😂 Rambling... 😂
P. S. : sometimes helpful and less stressful to ask for help... 😊
Sorry, good thing I speak English, but I understand.
Thanks for taking the time to write @dorismeusburger4219 . I had not considered the screen visuals and framing while subtitles are on - thank you - I will try to remember that the next time I am showing something in detail.👍
I love Fireflies. 😁👌💛
They are so beautiful! 👍
Another fantastic video Richard! That sky though, can we talk about that sky...I mean, come on, that just pulls me in and the flickering fireflies, stunning!
Thanks @lisasbeautifuljourney . The counrtyside and big sky do get you hooked to this place pretty quickly!
Love your project and how it's coming along. I just wanted to point out that storing batteries for solar so near an oven it's not a great idea. They don't like extreme heat nor extreme cold. An optimal range for them is between 10 - 25 °C of ambient temperature. I don't know about Italy, but in other contries with similar latitude a common practice is to store them in an underground enclosure like a cellar, so the temperature of the earth regulates the ambient temperature.
Thank you @1v4nN1k I did not realise this and someone else has pointed out the same thing. I will need a rethink...as I don't have a cellar. It is still early in the research of which one(s) I will buy but the temperature in the house will be important. Example - today - no aircon on - the house is 32degrees inside.🥵
Switch the bathroom and the walk-in wardrobe! So that your guests could enter the bathroom through the hallway!!!
Nice idea @user-zj3cn4wt4u if the place was larger and being built for guests. Losing so much space for a corridor with the plans for the outhouse to have more facilities seemed a waste of space. Friends will probably be given the bedroom anyway.😊
yesss love the long videos! was interesting to see the journey back, such beautiful scenes. also the fireplace turned out really lovely, well done!
Great video Richard 🎉 Love the trip home in your video breathtaking views 🎉Enjoy your stay in England 🎉 Looking forward to your next video 🎉
Love your videos, lots of variety & love Italy, so much to see wherever you go. Maybe room for a dresser of some sort for all your extra bedding etc if you’re not having a linen cupboard. Really like the idea of being able to see the view from the shower, very relaxing. 👍😀.
HI @diane7925 . I think there will be room for a linen cupboard but there will be room for one or two large chest of draws should I need them. Under the bed storage is handy also.
Appreciate the fact that you respect the signs at the duomo to not take video or pics. Grazie
Incredible that everything is in such close proximity. I live in California and drive 1 hour each way to work and back. Looking forward to my trip to LeMarche in Sept and seeing the entire province the week that I'm there. Thx for doing this video on Loretto as I intend to visit there too.
Hi @SAGUY1971 while you can fly around the region, it is still a large area to cover. Not the size of CA but it is pretty big and I would say hard to see it all in a week....but a week is enough to see if you love it or not. Safe trip.👍
Loving fireplace, great job.
Thank you @jongriffin-u8v
I would swap the walk-in robe and the bathroom around so people don't have to enter your bedroom to go to the bathroom. Love your willingness to adapt.
Hi @OnTheFlipSide . I will be converting the outhouse and should have more toilet options when I get that far into the plan. I did not want to lose a few sqm for a corridor for the odd occasion. I'm sure this will all become good down the road and the larger bedroom will be a big plus.🤞
Very nice video, what a beautiful beach and I have to admit your fireplace with stove looks very nice now so thumbs up 😊👍
Lovely content, as usual, thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@threeacresofmarche always mate, keep doing what your doing, its working
Wow you are zooming along. Bravo 👏. I love the Adriatic coast - spent lots of time there as a child & adult. Delicious pasta. You could go traditional with the washing line - long outstretched rope so that the clothes blow in the wind. Italian style 😘
Hi @TheBluebellMoon2 . Yes, a long line would be great but where so that it does not have to be a pain to put away each time? Maybe once the landscaping is done a spot for a traditional line could pop into the vision.🤞
Hello gorgeous! Sound like you have yourself a little a Nightingale there! Really odd tune from that bird and it sings in odd hours, too 😀.
😂 Hello.
Great video as always, I think you're really enjoying doing them now.
As I am now near real time it is nice to have the comments come in before I do the work...but yes, this is great fun. I feel very fortunate and am overwhelmed by the support.
I’m really enjoying seeing you get into La Dolce Vita- it’s been really great seeing you smile more and more as you experience small successes along the way!
I love the layout!
However, I propose the following change along with the reasoning
behind it:
Switch the bathroom and closet so that day guests, or dinner guests can use the bathroom without having to go through the bedroom to do so. I’m sure that as you explore this option, you will see the wisdom in this designer’s advice.
Also consider the following; have at least a pullout couch for the guest who has had too much to drink to use instead of getting on the road in a dangerous state of inebriation. You’d hate for something to happen after a great night of merriment with your new BFF’s…
Keep up the good work, Richard.
I’ll be there in November for my own “real estate recon”, with the intention of returning in the spring for the final push to find my corner of Italy!
See you on the next video!😊
Thank you @pattypinsky3085 . I have the outhouse to follow which will have more rooms, a bedroom and its own bathroom etc. With that in mind I felt losing the corridor to create a very wide and open bedroom with windows on either side wall was the right choice.
Best wishes for your house search. November is good so you see these places out of season. Everywhere looks great from Spring to Autumn but if it grabs you in winter you are onto something special.😎
Loved the long form video and of course the shorts too. Of all the chatty TH-camrs I like you the most. As you’re quite funny. Cheers from 🇨🇦
That's lovely. Thank you @emilysopow . A mix of some short with the odd long feels good.
can't wait for #19 🪛🔧😊🍋🍷🌄
HI @mags9599 it has just been uploaded!
Love your show . I do remodels also here in old small farm houses (Texas).
You need a queen size Murphy bed in the front room w the Tele. That way you e got sleeping accommodations for two more or little ones
Hi @Sassycowgirl17 . I don't think a bed would fit in there with the sofa. That sofa could sleep two adults anyway....the outhouse renovation will give me more options in time.👍
Hello Richard. The beach and water looked beautiful. When you were walking down that steep path to get there I was already thinking about the return trip and unless you could walk down hill there and back you were in for a tough return.
I was also wondering if you were adding some chimney pipes and damper to the wood stove going up into the fireplace chimney to help with the draft.
Everything is looking great keep up the good work.
Hi @dono9879 . There is a flat way in and out of that beach (the far right hand side as you look out to sea). Yes, there is a flue pipe in - it didnt film well and nearly wrecked my camera. Many have mentioned it so I will try and show it somehow. The big test will be in the winter of course...
Great interesting content 👍👍🙏🇬🇧
24:37 its great way of thinking, but the fire place stands in the middel, I would suggest that you replace between the sofa and the desk area so that the big open area in the middle for purpose of sitting and getting worm in winter...also the kitchen you can do a bar system to make it easy to deliver plates on a tabel and two chairs ...the last thing is the dressing room you need to think about the orientation of it in relation to bathroom shower pipes as it would be in the middel.....wishing you good luck its really exciting to do your own privet place with your own hands ...keep the good job on!
Thank you for the thoughts @lubnar.al-azzawi6748 . Moving the fireplace would have been a massive and expensive job. An outside kitchen for the summer will be better - I cannot see many staying in the winter. Also, all the pipes can be hidden in the framing of the bathroom layout which helps for access and fitting etc.
Can you swap the wardrobe/dressing room with the bathroom - as then people could access the bathroom via the hall and you can still have access via your room - appreciate plumbing would need to be moved but it's just a thought
Hi @merilynp-j294 . Its not going to be an open house / party house. The outhouse will follow so friends that stay will have the room and ensuite to themselves.
I like your way ,,organized chaos ..keep going ,,
😂 organised'ish...chaos, yes.
It's still worth the dip though, just thinking about your calf muscles going back up.👍
Love the video and the calm energy from it ❤
You may plan on never leaving the Marche location but always consider resale. Maybe work in a bunkie attached to an outdoor bathroom but a second bedroom would be better. ❤
Maybe consider a pre-fab shed, like a bunkhouse, attached to house, that creates a 2nd bathroom set up off your livingroom. Why not?!
Get your woodstove hooked into your water system.
Hi @christinefrancoeur325 my plans may change, as you say. The outhouse will add rooms/bedrooms and a bathroom so that as a two building property it should be good to sell should I need to.🤞
I have to be careful of planning and spending money on things that I may be forced to remove later.
Love the plan btw - can always have a sofa bed in the lounge for occasional visitors if u can tolerate them😂
That sofa is very large and will sleep two no probelm.
Great video the fireplace is so beautiful 😍 Richard
The city and beach were so amazing and water is so blue
House is looking good and plans are wonderful
Thank you for sharing your travel back to England
Take care and see you in next video ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Hi @marilynmeade2286 . Thank you - I think you are my most consistent commenter.😊
@threeacresofmarche you are welcome Richard
Thank you for the heart ❤️
Again thanks for the ❤️ heart
I enjoy rewatching your videos too
You do an amazing job on ypur projects and love when you show the different areas around your home
So beautiful and the hilly area looks similar to where I live in US in state of West Virginia without the ocean
Best video yet - lots of variety and detail. So Fly, Drive or Ferry? What's the best way to get back and forth to Italy from the UK? Leaving the car at the airport, or driving across Europe or combination of the two? How do the costs compare? Thanks.
Hi @talkeasy .
It all depends on the season and how organised you are. Fly and car hire can be very cheap. Cars can be 10euros per day...but then a small car can go to 50 euros or more per day. Driving, leaving the car and popping back on a flight works for me if I have not been great at booking ahead.
I prefer the ferry so that I miss that long drive through England up to Manchester...but driving on the continent is like an adventure.
@@threeacresofmarche Thanks for the info. Following your comments in an earlier video about leaving the car in Italy, I took up that idea and mine is currently sitting at Pisa airport. Hope it's still there when I go back next week!. But it's a great solution for commuting, though the airport parking is a bit pricy. If anyone knows of cheap parking around Pisa please let me know.
Hi Richard,
finally got time to catch up on your adventures.
Will watch all videos in these days and see how far you've come 💪
As always some questions are a must😄
Loved the plans you shown here. Question, you think having a bed on one side of the wall and a stove, fire on another will be good for the sleep?
Otherwise, not sure if it's just me, but I love or need a kitchen well light with daylight. IF I saw right, you+ll only have one window in it. Will it be enough for you? Would you consider a roof window in that part of the house?
Final one for this video. Love the satchel, where you had you house plans in on the beach. Where did you get it or better where could one buy it? 😅
If it's not called a satchel my mistake. Non English speaker here.
Also, applauding to your editing skills, they are improving with every video.
Cheers from the South of Italy
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Hi @nejcpilih,
The stove would not be on when sleeping so that should be no issue. The walls can be made thicker with any form of insulation so no issue at all as I see it.
There will only be one window in the kitchen and ideally I would have more. Planning has been exhausting so I am working with what is there. It does get nice light through the day and will be even better once I open up that doorway. Good lighting for winter and it should be cosy.
I bought that sachel from a small shop in Rome. I found the shop for someone else that asked but cannot find it now. If I search and find it I will message you again.👍
The washing line is only temporary
Hope your plans work out
Wishing you much success in all your endeavors
Thanks @miriammuskal5402
Morning Richard, make as many doodles when planning as after thoughts once done can be frustrating.
Plan 7: Me - Not that washing up takes that much time but I would have the fridge were the sink was, as the plan doesn't look like there is much counterspace to place dishes before washing or even have a dishrack. That way you have space for any size fridge, maybe a narrow 8"/10" pull out pantry the depth of the fridge just for can goods/jars etc. What looks like a narrow 8"/10" pantry door is really a rollout shelving unit.
With this switch about, you would then have more counters/prep space and even wall space for more upper cabinets or open shelving. Your choice.
Maximize the storage in a small kitchen, is my rule. Any kitchen period.
More likely have the sink where the hob was planned. Can still see out the window - just a thought.
I found that graph paper helped with planning placement space and even blue tape on the floor to see how much room everything takes, helps a lot with placement and the vision.
Plan 8: Me -the next plan would be have the bedroom sweep across the entire end - with 3 windows to enjoy the view, the bed would face the direction of the end of the house.
Maybe a door to outside?
A Jack and Jill shared access bathroom could then be accessed for visitors etc just off the kitchen without going through your bedroom.
Less plumbing lines or connections (as the sink is on the other side of that wall now in Plan 7)
The walk in closet would resemble a butler's pantry /galley passage sort of access to a very private bedroom.
I noticed from watching British shows - the term 3 aspect was used when it comes to window views.
The skies the limit.
Changing things around on paper is easy.
A fresh sets of eyes.
Not cementing a plan just yet.
If your gonna smash things up - do it once.
Loved the tour about - saved me the airfare.
Happy birds and magical fire flies.
To quote a line from Mungo Jerry's song, In the Summertime - "we are happy living the south philosophy" - bingo!
The song was before your time but your parents would remember, it was number 1 in the the summer of 1970.
They had a pretty grainy video then where the guy doesn't seem too happy in front of the camera but you can see the London double decker buses in the background.
Thanks for sharing your magical mystery tour.
By the way - those big American fridges need a lot of room on the side to swing the doors open because of the depth of the door and to open the interior drawers.
It won't work having one up against a 90 degree wall.
One more reason to have the fridge by the window, making sure the door can swing open. I'd opt for the door swing to be window side even though your windows open inward, they won't swing inward as deep as the fridge is.
The pullout pantry on wheels can go between the wall and the fridge. Use a wooden dowel or two, lengthwise to keep the items on the shelf without blocking the labels. Shelf heights could be staggered to accommodate bottles etc.
You have great building skills and could easily make one. Hope you can understand what I am trying to describe.
It may be just food for thought right now but good storage and counterspace make a great kitchen - it's the cook that makes the food.
PS - I'd adjust the depth of the desk, even if the bracket legs will only allow for a few inches less desk top. It will give you more room in a tight office space.
Can you tell I like a chat?
After watching the plan again - with the bedroom/bathroom/closet switch about, then your big hot water tank is right next to the kitchen too. Less plumbing lines saves money and time plus less lines to spring a leak.
Thank you for the tips @LindaSiuzdak and for taking the time to write so much.
A quick reply - a double sink hides quite a lot of dishes that are waiting to be cleaned (I have done that before).
Putting the bedroom at the one end would need a new sturctural beam and that seemed too much when the current layout feels good.
A small under sink water tank solves the water nearby and saved heating a big tank when there is no need.
The outhouse converstion will follow - I can play around with that layout more...I hope.
@@threeacresofmarche Dusty dirty windows and now a bachelor's double sink hideout- would that be another OK mom ?
You come across as someone who really knows how to appreciate life in the round , a sane work/life balance, and your house, garden is going to reflect just that. Thanks for sharing.
I believe he is a perfectionist and whatever he does will artfully come thru his heart.
Thank you @marianneryder1661 . Very kind of you to say so.😊
Hi Richard, lovely video. The French doors you are putting in, I would have them opening out as you will have more room inside. As for your washing, when the back is cleared you could put line there. Love the plans 😊❤
HI @lesleywood76 . The french doors are quite narrow so having them both open won't take a great deal of space up. Besides, I was lead to believe that inward are more secure and you can leave them open in the rain without having to build a cover. Anyway, you should see them in the next video...
@threeacresofmarche OK Richard look forward to new video
I enjoyed the video and really enjoyed the drive with the beautiful scenery. Looking forward to your return to your home in Italy! Take Care, Claudie/Texas
Thank you @claudieschmidt2353
Thanks again Richard! We were in Marche in June and went to the beach near Sirolo and the water was great so I'm wondering what time of the year you filmed this. Looking at the fields I guess it was before June. Could you perhaps give an indication of when an episode is filmed so we can get an idea of the climate in Marche?
Hi @gervanderkamp1156 . This was early May. I do cover the time of year but appreciate that many skip arund these things.👍
I enjoy your videos. Happy belated birthday!.
Thank you @pjt759
Really good video, Richard! You are kind of an entertaining fellow. I love the blue tile in the fireplace. Thanks for sharing the house layout and future plans. Looking forward to hearing what you get up to after your "break" back in England!
Thank you @NancysBungalowLife
Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice farmhouse video🌷🌷
Thank you @chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888
Did you think about fitting a flue pipe up the chimney? It will run better with one, p.s love your content dude
I was wondering how he was going to fit the stove pipe, so necessary for proper draft.
Hi @milliedeene . Yes, there is a flu pipe inside, easy(ish) to fit but nothing on the filming as it was so dirty I gave up as to not ruin the camera.
Loving the channel mate. Basically alone on the beautiful beach telling us about your house renovation plans. Waiting for my kids to grow up so we can do something similar!?
I had the same plan @huwtindall7096 . It is hard to know when to jump in but looking after the children and getting them through school helps to get the ducks lined up. Good luck to you.👍
You did! at the end...i'll watch to the end next time before commenting...