Congratulations, as a former contractor, i always tell people in your situation, check out the roof first. If it needs work, do that first, if it leaks, it can ruin all your hard work
Hey congrats on the purchase!! I’m a contractor and this excites me to see the future of the building. Also I’m a buckeyes fan from Missouri so I can tell I like u !!! I just subscribed so can’t wait to watch the journey
I'm been watching another restorer for a few years. He redid the largest part of the roof while neglecting the mansard section. His rationale was that he had to get other projects done to exterior prior to tackling the mansard roof and it's expense.
@DianeRiddle-dz8pn I'm from Augusta. My fiancee is from Aiken and was raised in Trenton. We where just in Johnston to grab lunch from the chicken place there with the blue building near this bank . Small world
Wow, I'm hooked after one episode!! I'm a retired builder/engineering designer and I see a lot of potential in this building. Even with your limited camera work I can see a flat ceiling above the first floor and no major cracks in the slab. Both good signs. Perhaps when you get some more light in there we can take a closer look. With your camera work that is. I know you didn't ask, but here is what I would do in the first 30 days. Start with a blank notebook of drawing paper and start with a basic floor and make a bunch of sketches based on what you want to do. Then hire a designer to come in and take the critical measurements of the interior of the building and draw a scaled plan of your ideas. Then take it to a local architect who is savvy to the local architectural control board, if there is one, and see if he/she thinks what they will think about your ideas. After that you can consider where to start your electrical and water and HVAC in the future. Just my 2 cents. Good luck and Greetings from Texas....John B. Now I'm going to check out your previous videos......JB
I appreciate your comment. I did start with a blank sketch, notebook and a notebook for lists and ideas. I’m almost complete with the floor plan and have drawn out electrical, plumbing and HVAC. I’ll take your advice and keep you updated through the videos. Thanks for watching!
Welcome to Johnston. I’ve lived here all my life and also a member of the Fire Department across the street. Enjoy your time and I hope whatever business you decide to go into does well for you.
Remember the primary rule of big projects. The first 90% of any job takes 90% of the time. The last 10% takes the other 90% of the time. This rule also applies to estimated expenses.
Exactly. Renovations/rebuilds working within an existing structure ALWAYS hit snags to be worked through. Unexpected water damage, roof hiccups, termites, faulty previous renovations…. My dad always said quadruple your estimated time to complete, and be prepared for your expenses to run 10x your original estimates. It doesn’t always cost that much, but old houses/buildings are money pits, so if you haven’t got that wherewithal when you start, best to walk away.
It can’t be a coincidence that you met someone living in the apartment in the 30’s!! The building has so much life attached to it. You are doing a great thing…..Hopefully the town council has some old blueprints and info on the bank. Congratulations and good luck
I was so excited when my sister Stacey texted this video to our family group text. She works at the Edgefield County courthouse tax auditor office. We were born and raised in Johnston. As children we went to that very same building when it was the laundromat. As a child it looked a lot bigger to me then. We loved going there. Never knew it was an apartment over it. This is so cool to see my hometown. I live in Baltimore now and work in DC for the Federal government. Due to my health issues I don’t get home too often now. Yes peach Capitol of the world. I worked in the peach packing sheds when I was little. Lewis F. Holmes and Son down Aiken hwy. Thanks for sharing 😊
I truly love old architecture and anytime it can be saved it saves a bit of history because for sure newer buildings do NOT have the charm and beauty of old architecture ❤❤
@@KC9UDX But what about the styrofoam and stucco builders? Think of the poor real estate speculators who can't make a profit without building homes of foam and chicken wire.....
@@FoxyfloofJumps I guess I should've indicated that I was being sarcastic. I like old things and hate new things and it really bothers me when things need to be "updated" BTW, I just about had the time of my life today driving my ugly, stinky old 1980s cars. I wanted to but neglected to make a good video about it. 🙁
@@michaelrexrode3759 -Your job is your job no matter where you work. My wife works remotely and has a routine just like an in office worker. No time wasted on commuting, sometimes has to remember taking a break and lunch, has meetings later in the day when if in an office would be gone already. Coworkers stay connected throughout the day via Microsoft Teams.
What a fun project to tackle! The upstairs is wonderful with the fireplaces and the half-round window. I was really glad to hear you both say you would have still bought the building if you had seen it first. I can’t wait to see what you make of it.
What an exciting new venture! Can't wait to see how you transform the abandoned bank in Johnston, South Carolina. Sounds like a unique and thrilling adventure ahead!
It makes me a little nervous that most of the storefronts look empty. I hope you are able to determine what might help bring business back to that area. I'll be rooting for you.
small towns like that populations is mostly older people and slowing dying off, I am from a small Texas town of 1200 people, soon as we got old enough to move away we did. Now only really old people are left and think the pop is now under 800..... small towns are just dying off as the population gets older.
We’ve got some good ideas and a lot of people supporting us in town. There’s more going on here than what we thought. We’re hopeful. Thanks for watching!
I kind of think there's real hope for a rebirth of the small towns. City rents (and crime!) are making many folks take another look at moving to smaller towns, so maybe the pendulum is finally swinging back their way.
Lawrence KS has a busy downtown, since it's where KS Univ is located. An old bank was turned into a restaurant. The vault door is still there. The vault was turned into the bathrooms.
How exciting!! I love it when people remodel old historic buildings especially downtown town. Downtown is the heart of every town. Keep it beating and bring back the beautiful of that building. I’m excited to see what you decide what to do with the main part of the old bank/laundry mat. All the best in your new adventure!!
I love the sound of American trains, that soft harmonica chord. It is, as you say, a very soothing sound. We lived by the RR when I was ten, and I used to climb up in the lilac bush to wave at the engineer, and the brakeman in his caboose (yes, I'm old!). Best of luck with your project. Good to hear that the roof is in good condition.
I grew up across the street from a railroad track. What are my favorite memories is signaling to the conductor to honk the horn then, hearing the horn blast! The sound of the train rollin down the tracks puts me right to sleep
I deeply hope you guys do weekly/monthly videos on start to finish on this project. Awesome bringing history back to life, Good Luck and will be watching. Bobby
this is going to be a cool restoration. As cool as the windows are I would recommend modernizing them, single pane windows do absolutely nothing against the cold or heat, they just keep the wind out. Being able to maintain the proper temperature in your abode will save you a lot of pain in the end. I'm excited to see how well you restore this building it has a lot of character, good luck!
In NYC, SOHO loft and business owners (on a tight budget) used to spray paint ceilings flat black or flat dark brown. Amazing how all the structural features and HVAC and electrical stuff nearly disappear visually when painted flat black.
Omstars… I’m from Johnston and one of my few fond memories of that tiny place is the smell of the laundry mat❤️❤️ I always loved the smell of fabric softener and clean clothes. There used to be a nice restaurant over by the police station and a theatre around the corner on the main street back in the 80s. I don’t know what in the world you’re going to do with it but I hope the locals appreciate it. Good for you in seeing the adventure in this!
Congratulations on your purchase of that Gem Property. I look forward to following along on your renovation. It looks like it will be a very interesting renovation. All the Best & good Luck.
I live in a town in California that has a peach festival every July. Our area harvests peaches and prunes, almonds, kiwi, grapes, rice,and melons. Apple Hill is not far.
Yes, I know your area well my family has lived off and on in California’s Gold country from 1847. Lots of places in the gold country are named after my relatives.
Welcome to Johnston, we are happy to have you here! Best wishes for your new business! If you’re looking for a good church to visit, we have a wonderful community of people at Johnston First Baptist Church right around the corner from your new place. We’d love to have you anytime.
How awesome of an adventure this will be. I admire you and your girlfriend's sense of adventure. Looking forward to see the progress. If I could work remotely, I'd be doing similar things.
Kia Ora & Good Afternoon from Caribbean Drive, Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand …I have just subscribed to see future progress on the bank …
I'm so excited for the two of you on this adventure! I love it when people are not afraid to tackle these awesome projects......you won't regret (when your done)!
I would put in ALL new windows. Turn the upstairs into living area and main floor into a cafe. Coffee shop, internet cafe, book ( reading ) area. Let ur imagination go. What is most needed in that area RIGHT NOW ?
Hey Dray, welcome to Johnston, and congratulations to you and your partner on purchasing the old Bank! My husband and I are in our mid/early thirties, and we love living in Johnston. If you want any advice on things to do or places to eat, please reach out. There are great people here and some great local restaurants / things to do, but you just need to know where to look. If y'all would like to have lunch sometime, let me know, and we can grab a bite!
We have been through this town several times( had a flat tire there one time) lots of peach trees around there! They have a great family diner there. The old town is a bustling town. Love this town- watching from Lake Wales, Florida
I’ve been to the college in Lake Wales a few times and a really good barbecue place, fat boys. I think it is. I miss Florida, but I’m loving South Carolina. Thanks for watching.
I enjoyed your video. I now live in London, but I lived in Johnston in 1978. I remember the building. There was a Western Auto nearby and some type of textiles factory close by as well. My brother and I used to climb the water tower, put pennies on the rail tracks, collect pecans and play in our neighbor’s barn that was full of peach collecting baskets. We lived in a 2 story house down from Main Street. A couple was going to adopt me and my brother, but we were a handful; I don’t believe they were ready for children. We were pulled out of school one afternoon by a social worker; no goodbyes, and we were gone. Not very dignified. This was the last time I lived with my brother as I would be adopted and he wouldn’t. However, I did enjoy the town as a child. I will watch your other videos. Hope you guys have a great restoration.
Thanks for sharing your memories. No not very dignified and not very well handled at all. Seems, though, like you made some good memories before that time. Used to put pennies on the railroad tracks also as a kid in Florida. Then someone told me that that could cause the train to have an accident so never did that again. 😲. Must have been really tough not getting adopted together.
I just moved from South Carolina and miss it. I love old bank buildings, you can do a lot with that old building. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
9:34 Love these old windows usually the second floor was secretarial, and bookkeeping. This was a common feature for most all bank architecture. Wicked place with so much of the lathing and plaster removed for you. Cool 😎
I agree, a lot of the work was done before we showed up on the scene. I’m not educated on old bank architecture, but that sounds interesting. I’ve been trying to figure out the original layout.
Welcome to South Carolina!! I hope you love living here as much as I do. Lots of history and beautiful abandoned locations near Johnston. I don't live far from there myself. Always happy to see beautiful old buildings being restored and can't wait to see what you do with such a great space.
Just found your video. Can't wait to see what you do with this building. I've been doing historic restoration in Salisbury, NC for the jast 25 years. I love the first day seeing a project and knowing what it's going to be when I finish. I'll be watch ing your progress. Good luck.
Congrats to you both. Looks like it will be amazing once restored. Please both get a protective hard hat for your safety, you can’t be too careful in such a dilapidated space. Looking forward to seeing it come back to life.
This was once a very beautiful building, but all of the residents and business people as well as architects and builders who lived or worked there over the last few decades were absolute art philistines. that hurts
I live in Aiken, SC! I’ve never been to Johnston (fairly new to Aiken!) but now I have a reason to drive by your old bank! This will be a great renovation project to watch!
That arched window is a loft apartment window of DREAMS! Congrats on the new adventure! SUPER EXCITED! Not intimidated at all! 🤭He said, yet she said...stay tuned! 😘
Looks interesting, will watch your progress, I use to live in Concord and worked in the City in the 70's..I saw the destruction coming and left for Greener pastures. Good luck on your project.
Congrats I bought one last year. Built in 1906. Same tile. I have a small patch only. Bricks bricks bricks, yes removed fireplace....You got a winner bud! Be sure to look for any Federal Reserve notes that may have been issued by your bank. I bought mine site unseen, knew nothing about the town i purchased it in. ~ Julesburg, Co. Owner said it has some lingering spirits. Some say they seen her. I did buy a REM pod and got the most interesting results after it not making one beep for 6 months in my house. My building was offices upstairs and early in the morning around 4:30-6 you can hear the sound of people walking down stairs that were moved. Yeah I know sounds wild. LETS GO! Cheers!
Just happened upon your channel. Love watching this kind of stuff. Been watching This Old House for 30 plus years. Good luck to you guys and look forward to watching your progress.
One of the biggest events in this small town. Whatever they decide to do here will be great for them during the Peach Blossom Festival. Lots of folks coming in town from all over!
I like old building conversions. A club I used to belong to in the UK, had as their HQ and clubhouse, a converted courthouse. This was about 40 some years ago, and is now I believe some kind of private dwelling. I did stay there once, in rooms built into the roof area of the main courtroom I think. I remember thinking I would love to live there. Strangely, the whole thing felt welcoming, and the conversion was well done.
Congratulations! Looks like a Great Project, Gut the place and start fresh, will be a great addition to the town, looking forward to seeing your progress!
Hello from southern Wisconsin. looks like I found your channel at the best time, right at the beginning of the start of an interesting upcoming project build. Be seeing ya.
What town? My friend in Globe, was telling me about an old bank there someone was working on.... I had looked at an old YMCA building there years ago.... Just too much work for me......... but very cool.. Now you got me hooked..
@@muddogtracker7449 Ours is in Humboldt. There is a video on youtube that shows the front and the back of the building. It's called Dewey Humboldt & Mayer Arizona. My house is at the 4:10 minute mark.
@@michiganjfrog5714 Very nice. Is the Blue Hill's still open. I haven't been through there in a few years now..... I used to have breakfast there a couple times a week, years ago.. Great area, Yavapai Co. has a lot to offer! My friend's grandfather, is buried in Humboldt Cemetery...
❤ Congratulations and welcome to the community! I only remember it as a laundry mat! Good friends down the street at Riley’s. The fresh peaches will make u forget Florida.
Sad to see there was no vault or safe left behind...keep the old plaster on the walls with the brick...it is a very cool look and very popular in old industial warehouses renovated to living spaces. Plus it will save you time and money in disposal fees. Happy transformation! 😊
What a wondrous money pit! I wish you the very best, whatever your plans. Such an architectural anchor of that little town - it sure would be nice to save.
Congratulations I love old buildings! But as Sarah said it’s creepy. But as soon as you get going fixing it up with a little patience it’s going to be beautiful!!
Oh darn! Now I have to subscribe and follow your progress. Demolition is going to be very easy as it is almost a blank canvas. I, too, look forward to your future videos! Good luck!
Agreed. Most of the hard work of demolition has already been done. It’s just some details and starting the build. Glad you’re here, thanks for watching!
What a way to camp! I don’t think I could’ve done it. I look forward to seeing what you make of this old girl. I’m sure it was stunning at one time. Looks like there are some other buildings that might need your help down the road.
Congratulations!🎉🎉🎉🎉 looks very promising. Hope you can restore all the fireplaces. I subscribed and will be following your journey. Best wishes to you!!😊❤
Found your channel tonight. Love old buildings and renovations, so.....had to watch. I was a bit disappointed the apartment upstairs was all gutted in rough shape. Love that front window and there's fireplaces. You're brave souls to have stayed there, the adventure begins. Found it very interesting that you said you live in the Tampa area. I live in east Pasco County Fl. and previously lived in Savannah, so I'll be familiar with places you'll probably mention in the future. So for all these reasons, I'm along for the ride. Look forward to the process!
@@DraysWorld - Forgot to mention - I lived in Brandon, Seffner, Valrico and worked in Tampa for many years. After retired from State Job, moved to Savannah, didn't work out so now in eastern Pasco. I haven't had a chance to check our your channel for previous videos, looks like I might have some bingeing to do - I'm not complaining!
And....earlier today, I watched the video about the abandoned house in Ocala. Didn't connect that video to this one, same channel, till just now on the binge journey. It was meant to be!
Hey guys!!! Welcome to Edgefield County! We’re glad to have you. I was born here but also just moved back from Tampa Bay. Small world! 🌎 can’t wait to see what you guys do with the place. This is exciting!
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Congratulations, as a former contractor, i always tell people in your situation, check out the roof first. If it needs work, do that first, if it leaks, it can ruin all your hard work
New roof! Still has a warranty. And thank you!
Hey congrats on the purchase!! I’m a contractor and this excites me to see the future of the building. Also I’m a buckeyes fan from Missouri so I can tell I like u !!! I just subscribed so can’t wait to watch the journey
I totally agree.
I'm been watching another restorer for a few years. He redid the largest part of the roof while neglecting the mansard section. His rationale was that he had to get other projects done to exterior prior to tackling the mansard roof and it's expense.
@JayYoung-ro3vu Who is that, I'm sure I know, but I wanted to see if I'm right
I’m from Johnston. I’m 56 years old and it was a laundry mat as far back as I can remember. Thank you for fixing it up.
@DianeRiddle-dz8pn I'm from Augusta. My fiancee is from Aiken and was raised in Trenton. We where just in Johnston to grab lunch from the chicken place there with the blue building near this bank . Small world
Wow, I'm hooked after one episode!! I'm a retired builder/engineering designer and I see a lot of potential in this building. Even with your limited camera work I can see a flat ceiling above the first floor and no major cracks in the slab. Both good signs. Perhaps when you get some more light in there we can take a closer look. With your camera work that is. I know you didn't ask, but here is what I would do in the first 30 days. Start with a blank notebook of drawing paper and start with a basic floor and make a bunch of sketches based on what you want to do. Then hire a designer to come in and take the critical measurements of the interior of the building and draw a scaled plan of your ideas. Then take it to a local architect who is savvy to the local architectural control board, if there is one, and see if he/she thinks what they will think about your ideas. After that you can consider where to start your electrical and water and HVAC in the future. Just my 2 cents. Good luck and Greetings from Texas....John B. Now I'm going to check out your previous videos......JB
Amazing!
No doubt!
I appreciate your comment. I did start with a blank sketch, notebook and a notebook for lists and ideas. I’m almost complete with the floor plan and have drawn out electrical, plumbing and HVAC. I’ll take your advice and keep you updated through the videos. Thanks for watching!
Welcome to Johnston. I’ve lived here all my life and also a member of the Fire Department across the street. Enjoy your time and I hope whatever business you decide to go into does well for you.
Remember the primary rule of big projects. The first 90% of any job takes 90% of the time. The last 10% takes the other 90% of the time. This rule also applies to estimated expenses.
That would be 180% of time🤣
Exactly. Renovations/rebuilds working within an existing structure ALWAYS hit snags to be worked through. Unexpected water damage, roof hiccups, termites, faulty previous renovations…. My dad always said quadruple your estimated time to complete, and be prepared for your expenses to run 10x your original estimates. It doesn’t always cost that much, but old houses/buildings are money pits, so if you haven’t got that wherewithal when you start, best to walk away.
Yogi, is that you?😎
Not strong in math huh
Laughing so hard at the people taking the 90% + 90% seriously.. lmao. THATS the joke. smh.
It can’t be a coincidence that you met someone living in the apartment in the 30’s!! The building has so much life attached to it. You are doing a great thing…..Hopefully the town council has some old blueprints and info on the bank. Congratulations and good luck
He was probably talking a ghost.
Bank, nothing! That's the Ghostbusters firehouse!
I was so excited when my sister Stacey texted this video to our family group text. She works at the Edgefield County courthouse tax auditor office. We were born and raised in Johnston. As children we went to that very same building when it was the laundromat. As a child it looked a lot bigger to me then. We loved going there. Never knew it was an apartment over it. This is so cool to see my hometown. I live in Baltimore now and work in DC for the Federal government. Due to my health issues I don’t get home too often now. Yes peach Capitol of the world. I worked in the peach packing sheds when I was little. Lewis F. Holmes and Son down Aiken hwy. Thanks for sharing 😊
I truly love old architecture and anytime it can be saved it saves a bit of history because for sure newer buildings do NOT have the charm and beauty of old architecture ❤❤
But it's old and stinky and needs to be destroyed and replaced with something modern!
@@KC9UDX But what about the styrofoam and stucco builders? Think of the poor real estate speculators who can't make a profit without building homes of foam and chicken wire.....
@@FoxyfloofJumps I guess I should've indicated that I was being sarcastic. I like old things and hate new things and it really bothers me when things need to be "updated"
BTW, I just about had the time of my life today driving my ugly, stinky old 1980s cars. I wanted to but neglected to make a good video about it. 🙁
These old abandoned towns can make a comeback with decently paid remote workers.
I would love to live in a small town and work 100% remote.
They probably will with the cost of living being so much lower in them.
If you are a remote worker how much loyalty will you have to a location if you can leave and take your job with you?
@@michaelrexrode3759 -Your job is your job no matter where you work. My wife works remotely and has a routine just like an in office worker. No time wasted on commuting, sometimes has to remember taking a break and lunch, has meetings later in the day when if in an office would be gone already. Coworkers stay connected throughout the day via Microsoft Teams.
@@michaelrexrode3759 -Just as much as if you were there in person.
I don't care about learning how to do things, but I love watching renovations. This one looks interesting!
What a fun project to tackle! The upstairs is wonderful with the fireplaces and the half-round window. I was really glad to hear you both say you would have still bought the building if you had seen it first. I can’t wait to see what you make of it.
What an exciting new venture! Can't wait to see how you transform the abandoned bank in Johnston, South Carolina. Sounds like a unique and thrilling adventure ahead!
I am so please that you two are not disappointed in your finds, Thanks, and welcome to the Peach. Capital of the WORLD. Johnston, S.C.
It makes me a little nervous that most of the storefronts look empty. I hope you are able to determine what might help bring business back to that area. I'll be rooting for you.
small towns like that populations is mostly older people and slowing dying off, I am from a small Texas town of 1200 people, soon as we got old enough to move away we did. Now only really old people are left and think the pop is now under 800..... small towns are just dying off as the population gets older.
@@Level_Up_Nation -Remote workers from better paying jobs can fix that. The only actually hope for the USA in the real world now.
We’ve got some good ideas and a lot of people supporting us in town. There’s more going on here than what we thought. We’re hopeful. Thanks for watching!
I kind of think there's real hope for a rebirth of the small towns. City rents (and crime!) are making many folks take another look at moving to smaller towns, so maybe the pendulum is finally swinging back their way.
Being able to work remotely may help
Lawrence KS has a busy downtown, since it's where KS Univ is located. An old bank was turned into a restaurant. The vault door is still there. The vault was turned into the bathrooms.
A Cafe! The Banker's Lunch !!!!
"The Bankers' Hours Cafe" LOL!
You bought an old world building. Spectacular!❤❤
How exciting!! I love it when people remodel old historic buildings especially downtown town. Downtown is the heart of every town. Keep it beating and bring back the beautiful of that building. I’m excited to see what you decide what to do with the main part of the old bank/laundry mat. All the best in your new adventure!!
I love the sound of American trains, that soft harmonica chord. It is, as you say, a very soothing sound. We lived by the RR when I was ten, and I used to climb up in the lilac bush to wave at the engineer, and the brakeman in his caboose (yes, I'm old!).
Best of luck with your project. Good to hear that the roof is in good condition.
I grew up across the street from a railroad track. What are my favorite memories is signaling to the conductor to honk the horn then, hearing the horn blast! The sound of the train rollin down the tracks puts me right to sleep
I deeply hope you guys do weekly/monthly videos on start to finish on this project. Awesome bringing history back to life, Good Luck and will be watching. Bobby
Many videos soon to come. Thanks for watching.
this is going to be a cool restoration. As cool as the windows are I would recommend modernizing them, single pane windows do absolutely nothing against the cold or heat, they just keep the wind out. Being able to maintain the proper temperature in your abode will save you a lot of pain in the end. I'm excited to see how well you restore this building it has a lot of character, good luck!
Wow, you two really have a lot of work ahead of you . I see lots of possibilities in this old place.
Welcome to South Carolina! You will have endless amounts of fun as you restore the old place.
You have great content! Looking forward to catching up on some of your work. Thanks for watching
@@DraysWorld Thank you Sir!
So many people I know including you, are moving up to the Carolinas from Florida. Happy to watch you and keep up with your adventures here on YT,
This will give me a good opportunity to make some sewing videos when curtains and other such things ts come up. Glad you’re out there watching!
We call them halfbacks leave NY for Florida and then move halfway back
In NYC, SOHO loft and business owners (on a tight budget) used to spray paint ceilings flat black or flat dark brown. Amazing how all the structural features and HVAC and electrical stuff nearly disappear visually when painted flat black.
What an awesome piece of history! Thanks for preserving it because the trend now is to raze these grand old structures
Question: "We've got a good building here what do you think?' Answer: "I think it's ours...." 😂 Best non answer I've ever heard!
I just found your channel. Watching the next one now. Good job you guys!
Congratulations on your venture can’t wait to see what it is going to be!!
I don’t think you guys are crazy; quite the opposite actually. Super excited for the both of you and wishing I could rescue an old building.
Omstars… I’m from Johnston and one of my few fond memories of that tiny place is the smell of the laundry mat❤️❤️ I always loved the smell of fabric softener and clean clothes. There used to be a nice restaurant over by the police station and a theatre around the corner on the main street back in the 80s. I don’t know what in the world you’re going to do with it but I hope the locals appreciate it. Good for you in seeing the adventure in this!
I love restoration/refurbish videos. It will be great to follow your journey.
Congratulations on your purchase of that Gem Property. I look forward to following along on your renovation. It looks like it will be a very interesting renovation. All the Best & good Luck.
I live in a town in California that has a peach festival every July. Our area harvests peaches and prunes, almonds, kiwi, grapes, rice,and melons. Apple Hill is not far.
Yes, I know your area well my family has lived off and on in California’s Gold country from 1847. Lots of places in the gold country are named after my relatives.
That's amazing, such a rich history here. 👍
Welcome to Johnston, we are happy to have you here! Best wishes for your new business! If you’re looking for a good church to visit, we have a wonderful community of people at Johnston First Baptist Church right around the corner from your new place. We’d love to have you anytime.
How awesome of an adventure this will be. I admire you and your girlfriend's sense of adventure. Looking forward to see the progress. If I could work remotely, I'd be doing similar things.
Kia Ora & Good Afternoon from Caribbean Drive, Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand …I have just subscribed to see future progress on the bank …
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
I'm so excited for the two of you on this adventure! I love it when people are not afraid to tackle these awesome projects......you won't regret (when your done)!
What an awesome find! Looking forward to seeing y'alls progress! subbed!
I would put in ALL new windows. Turn the upstairs into living area and main floor into a cafe. Coffee shop, internet cafe, book ( reading ) area. Let ur imagination go. What is most needed in that area RIGHT NOW ?
everything lol.
people
$$$$
coffee shops are never NEEDED, sorry
@@steveww07 yes, sometimes they are
Hey Dray, welcome to Johnston, and congratulations to you and your partner on purchasing the old Bank! My husband and I are in our mid/early thirties, and we love living in Johnston. If you want any advice on things to do or places to eat, please reach out. There are great people here and some great local restaurants / things to do, but you just need to know where to look. If y'all would like to have lunch sometime, let me know, and we can grab a bite!
Thanks for the comment! we found a few places nearby but we always take advice. Feel free to direct message me on Instagram.
Wow it makes me want to move there.
@@brot5246 then move
We have been through this town several times( had a flat tire there one time) lots of peach trees around there! They have a great family diner there. The old town is a bustling town. Love this town- watching from Lake Wales, Florida
I’ve been to the college in Lake Wales a few times and a really good barbecue place, fat boys. I think it is. I miss Florida, but I’m loving South Carolina. Thanks for watching.
I enjoyed your video. I now live in London, but I lived in Johnston in 1978. I remember the building. There was a Western Auto nearby and some type of textiles factory close by as well. My brother and I used to climb the water tower, put pennies on the rail tracks, collect pecans and play in our neighbor’s barn that was full of peach collecting baskets. We lived in a 2 story house down from Main Street. A couple was going to adopt me and my brother, but we were a handful; I don’t believe they were ready for children. We were pulled out of school one afternoon by a social worker; no goodbyes, and we were gone. Not very dignified. This was the last time I lived with my brother as I would be adopted and he wouldn’t. However, I did enjoy the town as a child. I will watch your other videos. Hope you guys have a great restoration.
Thanks for sharing your memories. No not very dignified and not very well handled at all. Seems, though, like you made some good memories before that time. Used to put pennies on the railroad tracks also as a kid in Florida. Then someone told me that that could cause the train to have an accident so never did that again. 😲. Must have been really tough not getting adopted together.
I’d leave as much brick exposed as possible bc it’s beautiful! And that tile downstairs is awesome!
I just moved from South Carolina and miss it. I love old bank buildings, you can do a lot with that old building. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
So excited for you two. Many Blessings to you and Godspeed. Will be watching you! 🥳🍹👍
Kate, Texas 🤠
9:34 Love these old windows usually the second floor was secretarial, and bookkeeping.
This was a common feature for most all bank architecture.
Wicked place with so much of the lathing and plaster removed for you. Cool 😎
I agree, a lot of the work was done before we showed up on the scene. I’m not educated on old bank architecture, but that sounds interesting. I’ve been trying to figure out the original layout.
Welcome to South Carolina!! I hope you love living here as much as I do. Lots of history and beautiful abandoned locations near Johnston. I don't live far from there myself. Always happy to see beautiful old buildings being restored and can't wait to see what you do with such a great space.
I can sum this building up in Two words.... Money Pit!!! 🤠👍
Just found your video. Can't wait to see what you do with this building. I've been doing historic restoration in Salisbury, NC for the jast 25 years. I love the first day seeing a project and knowing what it's going to be when I finish. I'll be watch ing your progress. Good luck.
Congrats to you both. Looks like it will be amazing once restored.
Please both get a protective hard hat for your safety, you can’t be too careful in such a dilapidated space.
Looking forward to seeing it come back to life.
I LOVE your channel!!! Thank you for sharing with us your adventure!
it needs a lot of work. hope you are either a very good construction person or have lots of money, probably need both.
A shame it got gutted.
This was once a very beautiful building, but all of the residents and business people as well as architects and builders who lived or worked there over the last few decades were absolute art philistines. that hurts
I live in Aiken, SC! I’ve never been to Johnston (fairly new to Aiken!) but now I have a reason to drive by your old bank! This will be a great renovation project to watch!
Johnston native. always remembered it being a laundromat and I’m only 33 lol welcome! Can’t wait to see what you do with it 😊
That arched window is a loft apartment window of DREAMS! Congrats on the new adventure! SUPER EXCITED! Not intimidated at all! 🤭He said, yet she said...stay tuned! 😘
Congrats on the purchase Dray! Look forward to the series. I will miss seeing you in Florida but happy for you dude.
Looks interesting, will watch your progress, I use to live in Concord and worked in the City in the 70's..I saw the destruction coming and left for Greener pastures. Good luck on your project.
Congrats I bought one last year. Built in 1906. Same tile. I have a small patch only. Bricks bricks bricks, yes removed fireplace....You got a winner bud! Be sure to look for any Federal Reserve notes that may have been issued by your bank. I bought mine site unseen, knew nothing about the town i purchased it in. ~ Julesburg, Co. Owner said it has some lingering spirits. Some say they seen her. I did buy a REM pod and got the most interesting results after it not making one beep for 6 months in my house. My building was offices upstairs and early in the morning around 4:30-6 you can hear the sound of people walking down stairs that were moved. Yeah I know sounds wild. LETS GO! Cheers!
What an exciting new project! I’ve always wanted to convert an old town bank or firehouse. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
Go Buckeyes!
Just happened upon your channel. Love watching this kind of stuff. Been watching This Old House for 30 plus years. Good luck to you guys and look forward to watching your progress.
This old house is one of my top five favorite shows of all time. Thanks for the reference and I appreciate you watching.
I'm excited for you guys. Can't wait to see update videos. Such potential!
It looks like a diamond in the rough. Congrats! A blank canvas to carry you to where ever your imagination take you! 🥳
nah it just looks rough
Johnston is one of the first towns i fell in love with in SC. ❤ You get the peach blossom festival.
One of the biggest events in this small town. Whatever they decide to do here will be great for them during the Peach Blossom Festival. Lots of folks coming in town from all over!
I like old building conversions. A club I used to belong to in the UK, had as their HQ and clubhouse, a converted courthouse. This was about 40 some years ago, and is now I believe some kind of private dwelling. I did stay there once, in rooms built into the roof area of the main courtroom I think. I remember thinking I would love to live there. Strangely, the whole thing felt welcoming, and the conversion was well done.
7:35 The wrought iron gate and stairs are amazing. I am glad 🙂 they weren’t removed.
Congratulations! Looks like a Great Project, Gut the place and start fresh, will be a great addition to the town, looking forward to seeing your progress!
Love the fact that you are still so positive after touring the building! It has huge potential!
Hello from southern Wisconsin. looks like I found your channel at the best time, right at the beginning of the start of an interesting upcoming project build. Be seeing ya.
Thanks for watching!
We restored an old bank building in Arizona and now it's our home.
Awesome! I’d love to see it.
What town?
My friend in Globe, was telling me about an old bank there someone was working on....
I had looked at an old YMCA building there years ago....
Just too much work for me......... but very cool..
Now you got me hooked..
@@muddogtracker7449 Ours is in Humboldt. There is a video on youtube that shows the front and the back of the building. It's called Dewey Humboldt & Mayer Arizona. My house is at the 4:10 minute mark.
@@muddogtracker7449 I'm in Humboldt, AZ. It's near Prescott.
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Very nice. Is the Blue Hill's still open. I haven't been through there in a few years now.....
I used to have breakfast there a couple times a week, years ago..
Great area, Yavapai Co. has a lot to offer! My friend's grandfather, is buried in Humboldt Cemetery...
This is very exciting guys, and the plaster is a small deal. Love the doors and fireplace.
What an amazing building! So excited to see more of your journey!!! 🎉
❤ Congratulations and welcome to the community!
I only remember it as a laundry mat! Good friends down the street at Riley’s. The fresh peaches will make u forget Florida.
Look forward to meeting you sometime. I saw the thumbnail and title and was amazed.
That’s a pretty apartment. I love those windows and spacious two with the fireplaces.
What a beautiful building! Congratulations!
Wow, what an adventure. I’m sure the residents will provide you with a history of the building and town. Good luck!
Love it!!! I brought an renovated an abandoned bank in NZ many years ago- can’t wait to watch your progress
First video I've seen of this channel, and I love the production quality and narration. Subscribed right away ☺
Beautiful old building! Learn some of the local history.
Sad to see there was no vault or safe left behind...keep the old plaster on the walls with the brick...it is a very cool look and very popular in old industial warehouses renovated to living spaces. Plus it will save you time and money in disposal fees. Happy transformation! 😊
What a wondrous money pit! I wish you the very best, whatever your plans. Such an architectural anchor of that little town - it sure would be nice to save.
I love it! I have dreamed of doing that since I was in high school!!!!
That is way cool! Looks like you have some work ahead of you, but it sounds like you are up for the challenge! looking forward to the progression!
Congratulations I love old buildings! But as Sarah said it’s creepy. But as soon as you get going fixing it up with a little patience it’s going to be beautiful!!
I see a lot of thought, a lot of planning, a lot of time and a lot of money in your future and I'm excited for you. I wish you well.
There is no doubt on your faces that you bought this building with only excitement and happiness. Congrats from Macedonia, eastern Europe.
Good luck on the new building and the future project, Myself will be moving from NY to Bluffton SC soon.
Oh darn! Now I have to subscribe and follow your progress. Demolition is going to be very easy as it is almost a blank canvas. I, too, look forward to your future videos! Good luck!
Agreed. Most of the hard work of demolition has already been done. It’s just some details and starting the build. Glad you’re here, thanks for watching!
It's going to be awesome watching the renovation.
You bought yourself a nice shell. Short of any infiltrations, you got yourself a deal. Congrats.
Very excited to watch you both restore this building! I just subscribed! Godspeed!
What a way to camp! I don’t think I could’ve done it. I look forward to seeing what you make of this old girl. I’m sure it was stunning at one time. Looks like there are some other buildings that might need your help down the road.
Love your hat. Go Bucks!
Thanks for watching!
Congratulations!🎉🎉🎉🎉 looks very promising. Hope you can restore all the fireplaces. I subscribed and will be following your journey. Best wishes to you!!😊❤
Love videos of public buildings people renovate into stunning houses. Looking forward to seeing the project. I'll follow you. Good luck 😊
Found your channel tonight. Love old buildings and renovations, so.....had to watch. I was a bit disappointed the apartment upstairs was all gutted in rough shape. Love that front window and there's fireplaces. You're brave souls to have stayed there, the adventure begins.
Found it very interesting that you said you live in the Tampa area. I live in east Pasco County Fl. and previously lived in Savannah, so I'll be familiar with places you'll probably mention in the future.
So for all these reasons, I'm along for the ride. Look forward to the process!
The apartment upstairs is awesome! I hope you enjoy the next several videos! Thanks for watching
@@DraysWorld - Forgot to mention - I lived in Brandon, Seffner, Valrico and worked in Tampa for many years. After retired from State Job, moved to Savannah, didn't work out so now in eastern Pasco. I haven't had a chance to check our your channel for previous videos, looks like I might have some bingeing to do - I'm not complaining!
And....earlier today, I watched the video about the abandoned house in Ocala. Didn't connect that video to this one, same channel, till just now on the binge journey. It was meant to be!
Hey guys!!! Welcome to Edgefield County! We’re glad to have you. I was born here but also just moved back from Tampa Bay. Small world! 🌎 can’t wait to see what you guys do with the place. This is exciting!