What happens when organized religion leaves the building? The building gets turned into a gorgeous and unique living space, of course. In this day where recycling is king, repurposing old buildings its just part of the natural progression. Old churches are definitely out of the box when it comes to homes, but they have special architectural style that cannot be matched. Trying to decide if the pulpit should be the kitchen, or the sanctuary could be turned into a living room is not a decision most homeowners have to face. However, with a little creativity and a lot of hard work, the end result is worth it.
The Northcutts were recognized for their preservation of the church, which aired on HGTV.
Harmony Church was built in 1896 by a congregation that arrived in the area in the 1850s.
Mr. Northcutt was a former pastor looking for a special renovation project, so this was a perfect fit.
In June 2003, the Harmony Church was changed from a place of worship to a place called home by Tammy and Gerald Northcutt. The church sits on over an acre of land and has 1,450 square feet. The interior is paneled entirely in beautiful gleaming wood, giving the repurposed church a cozy feel. "The building has original windows, doors and hardwood floors," according to The Georgia Trust.
Bargeron moved into the church in August 2010 after buying the building in May 2009.
Even after all the hard work Bargeron loves her home. "It feels very calming to he here," Bargeron said. "It's really hard to leave it."
Rustic beams, heart pine wood floors and sliding barn doors sound like details from a fabulous farmhouse. They are all original fixtures from Ellen Bargeron's home that was once a church. "Ellen looked at the primitive Beaverdam Baptist church and envisioned a dream home in the woods. Then she created this dream home despite many obstacles and difficulties," said Bargeron's friend.
The Lizzie Chapel Flats have six distinctive condominiums, which are all sold except for one pending.
Located in Inman Park the flats are in walking distance to fine restaurants, galleries and shopping.
"The Lizzie Chapel Building was recognized as a contributing building within the locally designated Inman Park Historic District by the Atlanta Urban Design Commission in 2002.".
The Lizzie Chapel, formerly known as the Atlanta Gospel Tabernacle, has been an Atlanta staple for more than 80 years. The building has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1973 and is nowbeing revamped as condos. These trendy flats feature a stream of amenities that include a beautiful outdoor patio and fire pit.
About the Author
