Family stories revived: The breathtaking restoration of the Ostermaier-Hof

Family stories revived: The breathtaking restoration of the Ostermaier-Hof

The impressive restoration of the Ostermaier-Hof in Taufkirchen an der Vils attracts attention and shows how you can preserve the historical charm of a building and at the same time add modern accents. Since 2018, Sabrina Schmidpeter, who has owned the farm in her family since the 18th century, has been diligently working on the renovation. The building had been empty for five years, which made the renovation work a real challenge. The goal? To preserve the historical core of the farm and at the same time redesign it for the present, according to Merkur.

With a trained eye for detail, the business psychologist at Lufthansa transformed her home into a stylish living space. The living and kitchen area was converted from the former cowshed. Impressive elements such as the preserved granite columns and a ribbed vault were cleverly integrated. The ceiling was given a white mud coat, which made the structure of the clinker bricks visible again - previously they were hidden under plaster. Sabrina and her partner gutted the entire building so that you can now see right up to the roof. The old beams of the hay store were also professionally restored to preserve the authenticity of the location.

Tradition meets modernity

The exterior of the house and the window settings remained original, while regional materials were used that reflect the previous agricultural use. A wrought iron balcony from 1912 complements the facade and is a special eye-catcher. This shows how important it is to pay attention to preserving their cultural identity when renovating historic buildings. Monument protection plays a crucial role here, as Ingenieur explains. The restoration of historical buildings not only requires skilled craftsmanship, but also coordination with the responsible authorities to ensure compliance with monument protection regulations.

The Ostermaier-Hof is now used as a backdrop by well-known German furniture designers, which underlines the well-thought-out renovation measures. Old structures have not only been preserved, but now serve as a stage for contemporary designs. Visitors to the farm can also experience the authenticity and remnants of past uses, such as the earth cellar that still exists.

A look into the future

Sabrina Schmidpeter also uses her creative energy to strengthen her online presence. Her website www.hof-47.de and her Instagram account @hof_no47 are extremely popular with over 301,000 followers. In this way, she succeeds in promoting awareness of the preservation of historical buildings and letting her followers participate in the exciting development of the farm.

Interior design is not only an expression of personal style, but also a love of history - a balance between restoring the original and adapting to modern ways of life. Historic buildings offer valuable insights into past ways of life and are not only aesthetically pleasing, but can also bring economic benefits, especially through tourism. Another aspect that should not be neglected is careful planning, which is essential for a successful renovation. The Haushistorie emphasizes that comprehensive research, material procurement and close collaboration with experts are fundamental to both maintaining historical integrity and taking modern needs into account.

So it remains to be said: The restoration of the Ostermaier-Hof is not only a successful attempt to keep history alive, but also an inspiring example of how tradition and modernity can be harmoniously combined.