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Converted Church Homes - Religious Renovations (GALLERY)
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For an increasing number of homeowners around the world, living in a converted former church is an attractive option to avoid the monotony of cookie-cutter conventional homes. From single-family chapels to enormous church compounds, a deconsecrated church is the perfect home for someone with an eye for sky-high ceilings and a truly unique space. Depending on the individual deconsecrated, converted church, there may even be a graveyard as a part of the deal--something that will either appeal to a buyer or turn them off entirely. These images are from a recent BBC series on converted church homes from London to Scotland. Via: apartmenttherapy |
Stained Glass Xrays - Church Windows by Wim Delvoye (GALLERY)
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Renovating Religion Part III - Before and After Church to Home (GALLERY)
I've always loved the idea of renovating a church or warehouse as a living space. The people at Zecc just reinforced how cool it would be to take a structure that perhaps has outlived its usefulness and… [More]
Renovating Religion Part II - Converted Churches as Hotels (GALLERY)
Less people go to church today, hence these buildings are often converted to other uses. Some of them for instance become hotels, and here are a few examples. Located in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland,… [More]
Renovating Religion - Converted Churches as Homes (GALLERY)
These heavenly buildings are actually churches which have been converted into modern homes. The richly historic architecture of these U.K. buildings makes for a fascinating framework for modern design.… [More]
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