Man Transforms a 200-Year-Old Historic Stone House With Steel and Oak | by @Exode-Rénovation

Breathing life into a 200-year-old stone ruin demands a careful balance of modern engineering and ancient masonry. What begins as a crumbling shell must first be structurally stabilized. The restoration process requires both brute force and absolute precision. Heavy steel I-beams are wrestled into fragile, centuries-old walls to safely distribute overhead loads. Up in the expansive attic, decayed insulation is stripped away to reinforce the original timber framing. From packing earth plaster against breeze blocks to hand-cutting custom oak beams and masonry units, every phase respects how this historic structure naturally settles. The final result is a fully modernized home that refuses to hide its rugged scars. Warm terracotta tiles, rich laminate floors, and a cast-iron stove contrast beautifully against pristine walls and exposed wooden joists. Anyone into historic restorations and heavy DIY construction will find plenty to admire here. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Structural Prep & Plumb (0:00-3:00) 03:42 Attic Demolition & Jacking (3:00-15:42) 11:22 Roof Framing & Masonry Chimney (15:42-23:28) 18:22 Attic Insulation & Subfloor (23:28-33:54) 23:13 Drywall Framing & Earth Plaster (33:54-49:43) 35:11 Welding & Built-ins (49:43-55:35) 41:03 Demolition & Steel Beams (55:35-1:04:07) 49:35 Fireplace & Stove Setup (1:04:07-1:06:47) 52:04 Final Floors & Trim Reveal (1:06:47-1:10:02) 🎬 Original video by Exode-Rénovation:    / @exode-rénovation