In past two years or so, I've written about several churches, cathedrals, and chapels converted into homes and, in one case, a bookstore — see here, here, and here. In each case, the architectural transformation was flawless. I just spotted another holy conversion, and although I am disappointed with the décor, I am now convinced that it is my destiny to live in a converted place of worship. You can't find arched windows, stained glass, and "cathedral" ceilings like that any where else. There's actually a former Gothic church up for sale here in San Francisco, and as soon as I collect $9.95 million in indulgences, it'll be mine!
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3.1 Phillip Lim
I live around the corner from that church in SF. They used to hold NA meetings there. Personally, I think there are better uses for that church than a single family home
1yes, if money were no object
2I have an anthropology degree and a minor in history so this would be right up my ally. I love historical buildings and homes. The only problem I see is that I'm atheist so although the stained glass windows are gorgeous I don't think I could look at them all of the time and wouldn't even think about having them removed!!
3It was be fantastic except for the religious based stain glass windows. They would bother me and I would want them replaces with something else.
4Absolutely! My husband and I love old reclaimed buildings. Especially ones that you wouldn't expect to be converted to a residential home. A church is one of our favorite options for this type of home!
5i definitely think this would make a lovely home! it's all about regeneration and putting gorgeous old buildings to better use. one of my friends lives in a converted old school and the building is amazing!
6I'm looking at purchasing a church now. I was going to convert it into a spa.
7I think that there was a nightclub in London that was originally a church. Don't know if it's still there.
8girl1 - there are a few.
9halo in leeds was a church
jabez clegg in manchester
and walkabout in sheffield.....x
There's an old church a few blocks away from my home that has been converted into a nightclub. TOTALLY weird...
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