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A cozy, remodeled kitchen in a former church. All Saints House

Across the world, people are buying old churches and turning them into modern homes.
A couple in Maryland renovated a $320,000 church, but they kept most of its original architecture.
A converted Gothic church in London is on the market for $8 million.
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The living space includes a living room, a large kitchen, and 26-foot high ceilings.

The living space.

Brian Ellis Sales Team

The open-concept space has most of the building's original architecture, while the kitchen has granite countertops and a 13-foot island.

The master bedroom is in the church's former sanctuary space.

The master bedroom. Brian Ellis Sales Team

The master bedroom also has two closets for storage.

A winding staircase leads to a second-floor loft.

The loft. Brian Ellis Sales Team

The loft acts as an office or an added room for future buyers.

The church is now on the market for $954,798 ($1.2 million CAD).

The bathroom includes a chandelier from 1940 and vintage sinks from the 1970s.

Brian Ellis Sales Team

"I've seen [renovations] done with other churches and schoolhouses, and sometimes it's not done very well," realtor Brian Ellis told Edmonds. "Here, it's done immaculately — it's a work of art."

The church's former altar is now Jacoby and Currey's living room.

The former altar. Courtesy of Molly Currey

Construction on the church began in 1888 and was completed two years later. The Episcopalians built the church with very little ornamentation. Jacoby calls it a "utilitarian" build, but the Catholics bought it in the 1930s and renovated it. The couple then put their own touches on the space to make it a home.

The pews of the church were taken out of the building, and now, the home has an open concept floorplan.

The living space. Courtesy of Lloyd Pursall

The couple often uses this space to host musical events as a way to give back to their community.

"What [does] a space like this mean in the 21st century where religion isn't nearly as central to our lives as it used to be?" Jacoby said. "The church ran services seven days a week in its heyday, and the neighbors went to church here, so we look for ways to share the space."

The kitchen is to the right of the living space.

The kitchen. Courtesy of Petra Ford for Paper and Pate Photography

Above the kitchen is a loft that has two extra bedrooms. In all, the 6,000-square-foot home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

This church, which was built in Castleton, Vermont, in 1893, has been converted into a modern home.

The church in Vermont. Westview Digital

The house was listed last year for $375,000 by Sue Bishop of Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty.

The former altar now acts as a grand entranceway into the home.

The former altar. Westview Digital

The home still holds some of its original architecture, like the 23-foot altar ceilings and stained-glass windows.

The kitchen is large and lets in a lot of light.

The kitchen. Westview Digital

There's a second kitchen in the house, which has cabinets made of recycled wood from the church's former pews. Additionally, there's also a separate dining room off the kitchen.

A grand staircase made entirely of wood leads to the second floor.

The grand staircase.

Westview Digital

On the second floor, you'll find most of the home's five bedrooms and three full bathrooms.

The master suite is a split level and has access to the bell tower.

The master bedroom. Westview Digital

The bell tower has been converted into a dressing room.

A couple in Maryland bought a church for $320,000 and turned it into a family home.

The All Saints' Church. Courtesy of All Saints House

All Saints' Church was built 120 years ago and functioned as a place of worship until the '50s. It was deconsecrated two decades later and then sold to a few different owners, including one who turned it into a home. Anastasiia and Gunther bought it in 2017 for $320,000 with the intention of renovating it.

Throughout the renovation project, which is ongoing, the couple has made it their mission to preserve much of the original architecture.

The kitchen of the house. Courtesy of All Saints House

"We try to keep everything as original as possible, as the owners prior to us did," Anastasiia told Business Insider. "We don't want to change anything that would damage the architectural integrity of the building."

The great hall is arguably the best room in the house.

The great hall. Courtesy of All Saints House

The ceilings in the great hall reach 25 feet.

One of the biggest challenges for the couple was finding furniture big enough to fit the 2,500-square-foot home.

The great hall. Courtesy of All Saints House

The couple had to buy new furniture because their old belongings were too small. They had to purchase a 12-foot couch to fill the great hall.

The master bedroom is a loft that overlooks the large great hall.

The master bedroom.

Courtesy of All Saints House

Overall, the house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

A church built in the 19th century in Exeter, Connecticut, was turned into a luxury home.

The church. Peter J.

DePatie/Pete's Precision Photo, LLC

The church, which was built in 1849, underwent a renovation between 1985 and 1996 and was turned into a livable home. The converted church was recently on the market for $1.3 million.

The interior has large, open spaces that are great for entertaining and everyday life.

The living space has been remodeled. Peter J.

DePatie/Pete's Precision Photo, LLC

The walls are painted white and the floors are a light shade to match.

The 8,543-square-foot house has three bedrooms.

A living space. Peter J. DePatie/Pete's Precision Photo, LLC

The home features stone, marble, and wood textures.

Some of the church's original details have been preserved.

The renovated church. Peter J. DePatie/Pete's Precision Photo, LLC

Although the house includes modern appliances, some of the church's original architecture remains.

The lower part of the steeple has been turned into a rooftop patio.

The steeple is now a patio. Peter J. DePatie/Pete's Precision Photo, LLC

From the converted steeple, you can see the Connecticut River.

A Gothic church in London has been converted into an urban mansion.

Gothic church.

Courtesy of The Modern House

The 6,000-square-foot mansion is for sale for $8 million.

The large great room has the church's original arches.

The living space. Courtesy of The Modern Hosue

The great hall has a kitchen, a dining room, a living room, and a grand piano.

There's a spiral staircase that leads to the bedrooms upstairs.

The stairs. Courtesy of The Modern Home

The staircase also highlights the home's original stained-glass windows.

The modern bedroom sits on the second floor of the converted church.

The bedroom.

Courtesy of The Modern Home

In all, the house has four bedrooms.

The home even has an enclosed garden courtyard.

The courtyard. Courtesy of The Modern Home

The great hall also opens up onto the small, but private courtyard.

This San Franciscan church is a century old and has been turned into a luxury townhouse.

The Light House. Courtesy of Christopher Pike

The church, known as The Light House, was built in 1915 and later became a church for Christian Scientists. Right before it was going to be demolished, a seismic engineer bought it and renovated the building in 2011.

The building is now separated into three different condos, each costing $6.5 million.

The entranceway to the condo. Courtesy of Christopher Pike

The original wood walls of the building have remained throughout the renovation process.

In one of the condos, there are wide open spaces paired with modern appliances.

One of the condos in the building. Courtesy of Christopher Pike

This condo is 5,525 square feet, and it has three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Most of the building's original architecture has been preserved as well.

One of the condos in the building.

Courtesy of Christopher Pike

Throughout the condos, you will find original brickwork and industrial beams.

However, it requires a "very special buyer," according to the realtor.

A foyer in the house. Courtesy of Christopher Pike

McGuire Real Estate leasing agent Jeanne Zimmermann told Business Insider in 2019, "Conversion properties are very popular to a niche market. "

17 Churches Creatively Converted Into Modern Homes

Located in England, this converted church is available for rent on AirBnB and can accommodate up to 7 guests. (Image via Evolution Home)

Whether it's vaulted arches or stained glass windows, the unique features of church architecture make for awe-inspiring spaces. But what happens when these majestic buildings fall out of use? In the hands of some clever homes owners, these churches are being restored and converted into incredible, modern homes.

Converted church homes are springing up around the globe, with designers and architects showing their creativity to rework the spaces. In fact, firms like the Netherlands-based Zecc Architects have made a name for themselves through their abilities to give these churches a complete makeover.

And while interior styles differ—from ultra modern to cozy rustic—each converted home plays off the unique features the churches offer. Get ready for a case of homeowner's envy with our tour of 17 houses of worship turned into spacious homes.

The redesign of this English church took into account the context and character of the existing building.

(Image via Evolution Home)

In Chicago, this former church was gutted before being fitted with a clean, modern interior.

(Image via Linc Thelen)

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The clean, white interior of this renovated church in Brisbane accentuates its architectural features.

(Image via Interiorholic)

Built in the 1930s, this Rotterdam church had been out of use since the 1960s before its stunning remodel.

(Image via Interiorholic)

The church's stained glass makes the perfect feature wall in the bedroom.

(Image via Country Living)

The top two floors of Westbourne Grove Church in England were transformed into a sleek, white loft.

(Image via DOS Architects)

The incredible windows of this church in London become a main feature of the penthouse.

(Image via Gianna Camilotti)

With this conversion, located in the Netherlands, architects take open concept to a new level.

(Image via lksvdd)

Homeowners of this Philadelphia former Methodist church were inspired to include Gothic touches in the interior.

(Image via Conrad Brenner / Phillymag)

Built in 1873, this stately home still contains many original features, such as the church bell.

(Image via Country Living)

New blends with old in this transformation of an 1850s church into a three-bedroom home.

(Image via Interiorholic)

In Australia, this home embraces its unique features, like stained glass windows that filter in colored light.

(Image via Interiorholic)

This Massachusetts church was converted into a home by a minister and his wife in the 1980s.

(Image via Paul Clancy)

This former Lutheran church housed a Freemasons Lodge before its renovation in 2005.

(Image via Country Living)

This Chicago church-turned-artist's loft uses sliding doors to break up the space.

(Image via Inhabitat)

Dutch firm Zecc Architects are leaders in the field. Their projects, The Church of Living and St. Jakobuskerk

set the standard for church conversion homes.

(Image via Zecc Architects)

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The story of one church turned into a residential building

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No building should be idle. This is how it is considered in many European countries. And that is why even the old churches sometimes are not at all what they seem at first glance. Let's go on a small Scandinavian trip, namely to the city of Sweden called Obyuthorp.

It is here that a very, very unusual church is located. First of all, it attracts attention with bright facades painted in red. It is for her sake that tourists flock to this small Swedish town in droves. But first, a little about how it all began.

It is known for certain that the church building in Obuthorp was erected at the end of the 19th century, namely in 1884. And, indeed, for several decades, masses were held here, children were baptized and local residents were married. But already in the 21st century, the building was bought by a married couple. They decided to bring their wildest design ideas to life by transforming the church into an ordinary living space. By the way, according to Swedish laws, including religious ones, this was not forbidden.

Relatively recently, the old church was bought by a married couple - Anna and Nikas. He is a chef. She is an interior designer with a focus on color. Surprisingly, this combination of their professions and hobbies gave a new life to the architectural monument. Today, the former church is not only the home of the spouses, but also a guest house, as well as a home-cooked restaurant Egastronom.

As the new owners admit, the building at the time of purchase was not in the best condition. They had to start repairing immediately. Actually, Anna and Nikas had no regrets about this. Now every room has its own "zest". Some rooms were made in a classical style, while in others the hostess and part-time designer "played" a little with color, texture and materials.

Anna and Nikas consider the dining room to be the main room of the house-church. It has a high ceiling, decorated with paintings. There is also a small sitting area equipped with soft sofas. In general, most of the first floor was given to the owners. The second floor is rooms for tenants.

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Former mills, schools and churches converted into residences

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Former mills, schools and churches converted into residences

The UK has very strict regulations and laws protecting monuments and buildings of various levels of historical and cultural significance. And even if the building is not protected by law, it will not be demolished, but refurbished and rebuilt.

Many solid buildings of the beginning of the last and the century before last in different parts of England are still pleasing to the eye, but have long since lost their original function and are used as residential buildings. The careful attitude of residents to history and culture turns such houses into local attractions.

Churches and chapels

Throughout England, there are many village chapels and churches from the 19th and 20th centuries that have not been eroded by time, but have lost their original function and significance in society. Carefully renovated, they attract many homebuyers.

Former village church at Longford

Former chapel in Oxford County

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Former village mill in the yard of a Brighton residential building

Water towers

Another type of frequently seen technical structure from the past, which is being renovated and serves as homes for English families; attract unusual layout and architecture.

House in Norton that was rebuilt from two water towers

Brewery

In the past there were small beer factories in almost every village, but in modern times most of them are no longer needed.

Former brewery, now a house in Malmesbury

Schools

architecture.

Former Brimfield School, in operation until 1961

Sheds and storage facilities

Technical buildings in England, warehouses, sheds and storage facilities, are also being renovated and converted into modern residential buildings.

The old shipyard in Cornwell, which was renovated and divided into 8 separate residential buildings London.
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Churches converted into houses

Churches That Were Turned Into Beautiful Homes

The living space includes a living room, a large kitchen, and 26-foot high ceilings.

The master bedroom is in the church's former sanctuary space.

A winding staircase leads to a second-floor loft.

The church is now on the market for $954,798 ($1.2 million CAD).

The church's former altar is now Jacoby and Currey's living room.

The pews of the church were taken out of the building, and now, the home has an open concept floorplan.

The kitchen is to the right of the living space.

This church, which was built in Castleton, Vermont, in 1893, has been converted into a modern home.

The former altar now acts as a grand entranceway into the home.

The kitchen is large and lets in a lot of light.

A grand staircase made entirely of wood leads to the second floor.

The master suite is a split level and has access to the bell tower.

A couple in Maryland bought a church for $320,000 and turned it into a family home.

Throughout the renovation project, which is ongoing, the couple has made it their mission to preserve much of the original architecture.

The great hall is arguably the best room in the house.

One of the biggest challenges for the couple was finding furniture big enough to fit the 2,500-square-foot home.

The master bedroom is a loft that overlooks the large great hall.

A church built in the 19th century in Exeter, Connecticut, was turned into a luxury home.

The interior has large, open spaces that are great for entertaining and everyday life.

The 8,543-square-foot house has three bedrooms.

Some of the church's original details have been preserved.

The lower part of the steeple has been turned into a rooftop patio.

A Gothic church in London has been converted into an urban mansion.

The large great room has the church's original arches.

There's a spiral staircase that leads to the bedrooms upstairs.

The modern bedroom sits on the second floor of the converted church.

The home even has an enclosed garden courtyard.

This San Franciscan church is a century old and has been turned into a luxury townhouse.

The building is now separated into three different condos, each costing $6.5 million.

In one of the condos, there are wide open spaces paired with modern appliances.

Most of the building's original architecture has been preserved as well.

However, it requires a "very special buyer," according to the realtor.

17 Churches Creatively Converted Into Modern Homes

The redesign of this English church took into account the context and character of the existing building.

In Chicago, this former church was gutted before being fitted with a clean, modern interior.

The clean, white interior of this renovated church in Brisbane accentuates its architectural features.

Built in the 1930s, this Rotterdam church had been out of use since the 1960s before its stunning remodel.

The church's stained glass makes the perfect feature wall in the bedroom.

The top two floors of Westbourne Grove Church in England were transformed into a sleek, white loft.

The incredible windows of this church in London become a main feature of the penthouse.

With this conversion, located in the Netherlands, architects take open concept to a new level.

Homeowners of this Philadelphia former Methodist church were inspired to include Gothic touches in the interior.

Built in 1873, this stately home still contains many original features, such as the church bell.

New blends with old in this transformation of an 1850s church into a three-bedroom home.

In Australia, this home embraces its unique features, like stained glass windows that filter in colored light.

This Massachusetts church was converted into a home by a minister and his wife in the 1980s.

This former Lutheran church housed a Freemasons Lodge before its renovation in 2005.

This Chicago church-turned-artist's loft uses sliding doors to break up the space.

Dutch firm Zecc Architects are leaders in the field. Their projects, The Church of Living and St. Jakobuskerk

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