I’m so thrilled to have come across this video. I am a native of Savannah and an alumnus of Benadictine Military School and Armstrong State College. By the time I attended the college, it had built the new campus on the southside. I have always loved this building and I am grateful that it is being authentically and lovingly restored.
I just love seeing the restoration of some of the beautiful old homes and buildings of my hometown, Savannah. My dad dated Ruth McGuire, who was a noted interior designer in Savannah, following his and my mom's divorce in the early 1970's. Her house backed up to the Armstrong mansion on the north side and used to be the old Savannah Art Association building. Needless to say, yes, her house was haunted.
I had the opportunity in 2000 to visit Savanah with my family and see the parks and homes around those parks. Such a beautiful city. Stopped by a fire station and a fireman was washing a fire truck and let my daughters sit in it for pictures
Very well done video. It popped on my main TH-cam page and I recognized it as I saw it on a tour. It was gorgeous in person, gleaming pristine white. From this video, the detail inside is amazing. I should be so lucky to see inside one day. I love Savannah.
Here is Part 2 of the renovation (includes some images of the final product)... th-cam.com/video/RCJf5oxF7ao/w-d-xo.html - Stay tuned for an upcoming video focused entirely on the polished final product.
Very nice video and very nicely done. I have only one little quibble and that's the background music. The reason it's called "background music" is because it should be in the background. In many parts of the video it overpowers the narrative which then becomes difficult to understand. This seems to be a major problem on many informational videos on TH-cam.
I take responsibility for the subpar mix. In the years since producing this video I have become more aware of this tendency of mine, and have tried to adjust. Because TH-cam videos can't be replaced we're stuck with this mix, but in the near future there may be a full-length version of the Armstrong documentary, covering Part 1, Part 2, and the final product. Hopefully I'll do a better job with the mix on that one. Thank you for your constructive comment. In case you're interested, here is Part 2: th-cam.com/video/RCJf5oxF7ao/w-d-xo.html
@@kineticarrangements Thank you for your response, Mr. Smith. It's greatly appreciated. I've already seen Part 2 and was envious of the people who were invited to see the results of the restoration. I will be eagerly awaiting a full-length version that will hopefully include a walk-through type tour of the home. I'm thankful every day for people like Mr. Kessler who not only have the desire but also the wherewithall to save and restore historic homes and buildings. It is unfortunate in America that our tendency is to demolish older buildings and build something modern in its place.
There is nothing more appealing than the beautiful voice of a Southern gentleman or lady. Something so rarely heard in today’s South. No long drawl, no hesitation in speaking and no fluttering fan nor eyelashes. Just molasses soft speech pattern that leaves no doubt about what is meant!
I love seeing old homes restored to its original state.
Mr. Kessler needs to be honored for preserving this and other beautiful buildings.
I’m so thrilled to have come across this video. I am a native of Savannah and an alumnus of Benadictine Military School and Armstrong State College. By the time I attended the college, it had built the new campus on the southside. I have always loved this building and I am grateful that it is being authentically and lovingly restored.
Thank you Mr. Kessler for all of your preservation work. I smile and linger every time I walk by this incredible home-truly a gift to Savannah!
Thank you for posting this. I am in awe at the beauty of yesteryear. Men were gentleman and women were ladies. Sweet Savannah has so much class!!
This house is beautiful, and sits in a spectacular area. Savannah is rich with beautiful old homes.
I just love seeing the restoration of some of the beautiful old homes and buildings of my hometown, Savannah. My dad dated Ruth McGuire, who was a noted interior designer in Savannah, following his and my mom's divorce in the early 1970's. Her house backed up to the Armstrong mansion on the north side and used to be the old Savannah Art Association building. Needless to say, yes, her house was haunted.
I love that this mansion will once again be a private residence. 😀
I am in awe, of all those who realize the restoration of our history is important. Such a beautiful mansion being restored.
I love this house. So glad it's being preserved. When I saw it, it was a law firm and I wanted to go in but I knew better. Just love it!!
I had the opportunity in 2000 to visit Savanah with my family and see the parks and homes around those parks. Such a beautiful city. Stopped by a fire station and a fireman was washing a fire truck and let my daughters sit in it for pictures
wonderful upload William Austin Smith. I broke that thumbs up on your video. Keep on up the high-quality work.
Thank you! Much appreciated.
Very well done video. It popped on my main TH-cam page and I recognized it as I saw it on a tour. It was gorgeous in person, gleaming pristine white. From this video, the detail inside is amazing. I should be so lucky to see inside one day. I love Savannah.
Nice job, Mr Smith--especially like your soundtrack!
Thank you so much, Mr. Winter, for your kind words. Music is my first love.
Amazing restoration... love this home and the history of it. Beautiful contribution to Savannah's history.
Great video,keep it up!
Such a beautiful place great work ❤️
awesome....lets save all our historic homes throughout America....put artisans back to work....
Would love to see the finished product, must be spectacular.
Here is Part 2 of the renovation (includes some images of the final product)... th-cam.com/video/RCJf5oxF7ao/w-d-xo.html - Stay tuned for an upcoming video focused entirely on the polished final product.
We also have some very old beautiful houses here in Hutchtison, Ks.
Very nice video and very nicely done. I have only one little quibble and that's the background music. The reason it's called "background music" is because it should be in the background. In many parts of the video it overpowers the narrative which then becomes difficult to understand. This seems to be a major problem on many informational videos on TH-cam.
I take responsibility for the subpar mix. In the years since producing this video I have become more aware of this tendency of mine, and have tried to adjust. Because TH-cam videos can't be replaced we're stuck with this mix, but in the near future there may be a full-length version of the Armstrong documentary, covering Part 1, Part 2, and the final product. Hopefully I'll do a better job with the mix on that one. Thank you for your constructive comment.
In case you're interested, here is Part 2: th-cam.com/video/RCJf5oxF7ao/w-d-xo.html
@@kineticarrangements Thank you for your response, Mr. Smith. It's greatly appreciated. I've already seen Part 2 and was envious of the people who were invited to see the results of the restoration. I will be eagerly awaiting a full-length version that will hopefully include a walk-through type tour of the home.
I'm thankful every day for people like Mr. Kessler who not only have the desire but also the wherewithall to save and restore historic homes and buildings. It is unfortunate in America that our tendency is to demolish older buildings and build something modern in its place.
Incredible!!!!
A glorious prospect.
One reason Savanna is so nice is it was not buried under Intestate highways as were most American cities.
Fantastic house.
I love a deep southern gentleman's accent. I'm referring to Mr Kessler.
There is nothing more appealing than the beautiful voice of a Southern gentleman or lady. Something so rarely heard in today’s South. No long drawl, no hesitation in speaking and no fluttering fan nor eyelashes. Just molasses soft speech pattern that leaves no doubt about what is meant!
His voice reminded me of Johnny Cash
Shocked that they didn't claim he was a slave owner, tear the house down, and demand reparations.
Nobody needs a home like this anymore. SO pointless.
No need to put it down just because you can't afford it.