🛠 MATERIAL COST BREAKDOWN (70m² Villa + 2,000m² Olive Grove)
Here is the native English material estimation for the complete transformation of this 1980s villa near Ostuni (Puglia) – calculated based on the property specs and buying materials directly from specialized wholesale merchants (DIY/material costs only, excluding contractor labor fees):

1. 🏗 Damp-Proofing, Waterproofing & Shell Repairs
Exterior Drainage & Damp-Proofing: Perforated drainage pipes, gravel backfill, dimpled drainage membrane, and bituminous waterproofing coating around the perimeter walls to permanently fix the rising damp ➔ €1,200

Rooftop Terrace Waterproofing & Sloping: Sloping screed compound, liquid waterproofing membrane, and fiberglass mesh to prevent standing rainwater from leaking into the lower structure ➔ €850

Masonry Alterations: Bricks, mortar, and lintels to prep the roof terrace extension for the new master bedroom layout ➔ €1,100

2. ⚡ Building Services & Plumbing (Full MEP Overhaul)
Full Rewiring & Power Infrastructure: Bulk-buy 3-core copper cable rolls, corrugated conduits, flush-mount junction boxes, a brand-new main distribution board with RCDs/breakers, and a modern Mediterranean-style switch/socket series ➔ €1,450

Bathroom & Kitchen Repiping: Multi-layer PEX/Alpex plumbing pipes to replace the ancient leaking lines, manifolds, insulation sleeves, and high-temperature waste-water drain pipes (complete with a dedicated bidet connection!) ➔ €850

Climate Control: High-efficiency multi-split inverter AC units for zoned heating and cooling across the bedrooms and living spaces ➔ €2,200

3. 📐 Interior Drywall, Framing & Finishes
Custom Vaulted Ceiling Substructure: Metal framing profiles (UD/CD framing tracks), drywall sheets, drywall screws, joint scrim tape, and flexible joint compound to create that beautiful seamless Italian ceiling arch ➔ €950

Wall Renovation & Painting: Moisture-resistant base coat plaster to repair the peeling lower wall sections, fine skimming compound, and premium breathable white interior/exterior paint ➔ €1,150

Flooring & Backsplashes: Subfloor self-leveling compounds, high-adhesion flexible tile adhesive, grout, large-format rustic floor tiles, and accent tiling for the overhauled kitchen and bathrooms ➔ €2,600

4. 🪟 Fixtures, Sanitary & Outdoor Living
Windows & External Doors: High-efficiency double-glazed window frames and patio doors to insulate the 70m² layout against hot Apulian summers ➔ €2,900

Sanitary Ware & Fittings: Premium walk-in shower tray with glass enclosure, wall-hung toilet, vanity unit, the mandatory Italian bidet, and a matching matte black plumbing trim package ➔ €1,400

Backyard Pool & Herb Garden Kit: Semi-recessed above-ground pool kit with sand filtration, plumbing valves, timber pool border framing, and starter topsoil/timber borders for the custom backyard herb garden ➔ €1,650

💰 TOTAL MATERIAL COSTS: €18,300
(Calculated for direct material sourcing at local trade suppliers in the Brindisi/Puglia region; strictly excluding professional labor costs)

Project Investment Summary:

🏡 Purchase Price (Villa + 2,000m² Land): €26,000 (An absolute bargain down from the original €35,000!)

🏗 Total Renovation Materials: €18,300

📊 Total Strategic DIY Capital: €44,300 (Plus closing fees)

Idealista listing: https://www.idealista.it/en/immobile/28820492/

Turning an old 1980s fixer-upper with urban discrepancies into a high-yield Airbnb or cozy retreat for under €45k total capital is a massive win. What do you think about building that custom vaulted ceiling and adding the master suite to the rooftop terrace? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

I love that you chose the authentic Italian tiles for this reno. 🎉

Loved it all.  Just missing an outside kitchen and pergola

This is just stunning.  The tea room was everything and much more than I had envisioned. Thank you so much.  I wish I had the money, it would be mine.

Love...
More love when u jumped in the pool!
What a nice garden as I'm a landscape worker in Switzerland ✌🏻

A floor plan would be great.

So amazing!! And so funny!!! The “Bidette”😂🎉❤  

I love every one of your projects! What I especially appreciate is integration of American and (English/french) decor ideas to bland Italian spaces to warm and add comfort!

Since you asked:😂🎉❤
I wish you shown the Fireplace😊
I’d build an outdoor kitchen on that patio next to pool.

So the first room I would of made that my tea room and the second room my living room but everything else is just great. For the master up on the terrace I would definitely put white sheets all around for privacy and open when not occupied.❤ I love the lemon with blue and off white tiles allover

From a ruin to a Mediterranean dream: What is the absolute must-have on this 2,000 sqm plot—the Pool or the Padel Court? 🏊‍♂🎾 Tell me your favorites and what you would have done differently! I love hearing your ideas! 👇

10:54 Hai perfettamente ragione. E poi il bidet è obbligatorio per legge dal 1978. 👍👍👍

It is beautiful renavation.

I too love your videos, but there are two things that I find strange: first - ther's no way to know the cost of the renovation, also It is specified that the property is sold with urban planning irregularities that cannot be rectified. two - Even though I think you wonderfly use several IA programs I fail to see the porpose of your videos. If you are a contracter why don't you propose your renovation skils?

Hello friend you are doing wounderful piece of work I really like it. You have skilled persons team and your beautiful ideas. I wish I join you I lived in trento I am francis, from Pakistan living here 30 months trying to learn Italian language. God bless ❤.

Le rendu 'est juste magnifique !!

Foarte frumos ați făcut casa!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤

These videos are addictive!

Incredible! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

amazing

This is a beautiful home ❤️ well done on renovation ideas for this home. If I could get a job in Italy, I would move in a heartbeat.

I want to buy this home