I'd have to keep some Kleenex with me for when I go up the stairs (for the nose bleeds). Some of these old houses have tons of character. The baseboards are 10" tall in the house I'm working on. - Pocket doors, leaded glass windows, oak floors, etc...
I know that some restorers cringe at the idea of removing the old lathe & plaster but I still prefer the look of walls that are really flat. Trying to repair cracks in the originals isn't much fun anyway.
I ordered 13 new windows yesterday for the downstairs. I'll still need to order another 7 to complete the second floor.
It rained here all day today and is forecast to be rainy for all of this next week. I guess the painting is on hold for awhile.
If you get a chance, post a picture of your house. I'd love to see that behemoth!