House Crazy Sarah has featured historic bank buildings converted to homes before, but this one is a little different. In a distinct departure from the quaint architecture of those ornate 1800's classically-inspired bank buildings, this one is a mid-century 10,000 square foot run-of-the-mill office that some creative soul decided to give a contemporary/industrial makeover. The result... Continue Reading →
The Repurposed 1875 Walnut Exchange Bank Building in Walnut, Iowa
Thank you to Shelly T. for sharing these photos of her 1875 bank building in the small town of Walnut, Iowa. House Crazy Sarah loves a good commercial building conversion! The owners have turned this former community bank into a small vintage and home decor shop (aptly named The Vault Mercantile), and they also offer tours... Continue Reading →
Old Farmer’s Bank Converted To A Trendy Cafe
Look at this beauty that House Crazy Sarah dug up for you! She wasn't sure how to categorize it because it's an 1856 Farmer's Bank converted into a funky cafe. But it could be a house. It's for sale so you could do anything you want with it! Look at how it appeared before it... Continue Reading →