This older home’s recent remodel went the opposite of most renos: It actually added history back in!
Jordan and Barry—aka the Brownstone Boys—are the enthusiastic go-to renovation team for historic Brooklyn brownstones and other older homes that need a little TLC. In the debut book from these friends of terrain, they walk readers through the entire process of renovating a house, starting with things to consider before you’ve made an offer, followed by guidance on developing a design, a schedule, and budgeting; they end by giving a room-by-room tour that includes tips and inspiration for a successful renovation. The book also features a chapter on preserving and refurbishing historic details (like wooden archways and crown mouldings). Throughout the book, beautiful photos and Renovation Recipes give the ingredients and step-by-step instructions for turning the house you have into the house you love.
Learn the ins and outs of replacing the windows in older homes, including how to maintain the historic character of the property.
This older home’s recent remodel went the opposite of most renos: It actually added history back in!
What is picture rail? It's common in older homes, but a lot folks mistake it for crown or something else. Learn all about this cool historic molding.
This is a view of the famous ancient Guildhall and Guildhall Square in the historic town of Carmarthen, West Wales. The Guildhall is a Grade 1 listed building. It was built in 1777, replacing a much older building. Carmarthen is the county town of Carmarthenshire, on the River Towy and is said to be the oldest town in Wales. It is also believed to be the home town of Merlin from the Arthurian legends. This print is one of a series of three of the town centre; the other two are as separate listings. Digitally coloured from an original drawing, it is available as a signed giclee print, using archival inks on high quality Hahnemuhle paper. In a choice of four sizes it is in an edition of 100.
Charming Features OfAn Older Home
This older home’s recent remodel went the opposite of most renos: It actually added history back in!
Depending on when, exactly, your house was built, you can identify the most common problems in older homes—before they start.
Find local replacement storm windows. See costs, benefits, types available, and find reliable storm window installers today!
Melling Studio has shared photos of an interior they designed for a duplex in Vancouver, turning it into a warm and effortlessly coastal home for a young, active family.
Long and low, the Isadore and Lucille Zimmerman residence in New Hampshire is a classic Usonian by Frank Lloyd Wright. Join us for a photo tour.
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Over the moon to have the opportunity to photograph this award winning historic Palm Beach cottage. The Duck's Nest, built in 1891, is the second oldest home in Palm Beach.
A list of the top ten historic home renovation tips to guide you in getting started renovating instead of remodelling a historically significant older home
Cross Insurance Agency in Olympia, WA shares key things to look for when shopping for an old or historic home. Call us for a home insurance policy!
It can feel like owning even a house is a pipe dream. But that won’t stop us from daydreaming about the perfect properties, and we're madly in love with these historical homes.
New York City may have nothing on Europe when it comes to historic architecture, but compared to the rest of the country, things here can be pretty darn old. The age between one building and the...
In this day and age, historic homes are truly something to be treasured. But preserving history doesn’t mean a homeowner can’t update an older home to meet the needs of modern living. It’s all about achieving a balance.That’s the goal Kara Woods—a professional stager, interior designer, and owner of Stage to Move in Danbury, Conn.
If you have a generic, plain, and boring new home, you may want to add some character to it. Making a new house look old is one way to add interest and charm. You can even build a new home using elements that make it feel old. Here are a few ways to make a new house appear older. ResearchDo some research to figure out what period of time and what style you want your home to look like. Homes in different parts of the country have different architectural elements and styles. Try to pick one time period and style that you want your home to mimic. Photo by Christopher A Young - HouseSmith LLC - Look for kitchen design inspiration Vintage Materials100 years ago, people did not typically have wall to wall carpet, cultured marble, stainless steel, laminate, quartz, or other man made materials. They used quality materials that were readily available, such as wood floors, butcher block or soapstone countertops, and subway tile. Figure out what materials were available in the time period you are trying to mimic and use only those. Photo by Dreamy Whites - Search living room design ideas MoldingsOlder homes had many moldings, many of which are not commonly found today. Moldings used in the past tended to be bigger and simpler. Homes had baseboards, crown molding, plate rail, chair rail, real wood paneling, wainscotting, and bead board. Remove your new looking moldings and install period appropriate ones. Photo by cinnamonpost - Discover entryway design inspiration Solid Wood DoorsOlder homes did not have cheap hollow core doors. They had solid wood doors. Ditch the cheap doors and install either new solid wood doors or reclaimed wood doors. Photo by Sightline Art Consulting - More bedroom photos Vintage and Antique FurnitureTo go with your new old house, you should have appropriate furniture. You can have new furniture in an old style, vintage furniture, reproduction antiques, or real antiques. You can even build your own furniture out of wood that you distress and make look old. Photo by Flik by design - More kids' room ideas Reclaimed BricksWhether bricking the exterior of your home or making a walkway or patio, reclaimed bricks are the way to go. Old bricks have charm, character, and age to them that is hard to duplicate. Photo by Chris Snook - More living room ideas AppliancesWhen shopping for appliances, look for replicas of old appliances, refurbished old appliances, and/or built in appliances that have cabinet fronts. Photo by Grace - Browse kitchen ideas PlumbingMany plumbing manufacturers offer vintage replica fixtures, so finding plumbing to make your new house look old should not be too difficult. You can even replace your standard bathtub with a claw foot tub and your standard sink with a vintage looking pedestal sink. Photo by Lovette Construction - More bathroom ideas HardwareDoor and cabinet hardware has changed a lot over the years. It used to be hand made and heavy. These days hardware has become lighter and mass produced. Replace your doorknobs and cabinet hardware with vintage pieces or vintage inspired pieces that are made to look old. Photo by Tanya Capaldo Designs - Look for bedroom design inspiration Light FixturesRecessed can lights are a new building material, so don't use them. Use vintage, vintage inspired, antique, or antique inspired light fixtures instead. You might need to have an older light fixture rewired to meet modern electrical standards. Photo by - Look for dining room pictures Architectural SalvageThere are architectural salvage stores in most major cities that will have period appropriate items for your home. Even if you can't afford to buy anything there, consider shopping there for inspiration. You may not be able to afford a large salvage chandelier, but you might be able to afford a new vintage looking chandelier and add salvage glass shades. There are also architectural salvage dealers online and architectural salvage is available from individual sellers (probably a lot cheaper) on websites like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. Photo by Smith & Vansant Architects PC - Browse kitchen photos Mature LandscapingMost new homes start with an empty lot without grass, shrubs, or any trees. Adding larger landscaping will make your new home look older. You can also add fast growing vines to fill in the empty spots until the rest of your landscaping has a chance to grow. You can also add charming features to your landscape, such as a white picket fence, decorative planters, and window planter boxes. Photo by Harmony Design Group - Search landscape pictures PatinaAnything with patina seems older. You can add moss to terracotta pots. You can distress new wood furniture. You can use patina paint on metal items. Photo by Rene Wheaton - Browse home design ideas WallsSelect paint colors and wallpaper that is appropriate for the era of home you wish to mimic. Also consider whether the wall texture is appropriate for the time period.
This remodeled home is fit for a king.
Bungalows come in many shapes and styles. Learn to recognize the various types, see pictures, and learn the history that spans from 1905-1930.
23" round embroidered toile. This will be on view at The Shelburne Museum in The Carriage House from September 4th until October 25th. It will be positioned next to the piece which inspired it, THE GARDEN OF EDEN by the American Folk artist Erastus Salisbury Field which is part of the museum's permanent collection, image above.
Discover the gems of Belgiums modern architecture from cutting-edge design in Antwerp to iconic buildings in Brussels such as the Berlaymont and Atomium.
Removing Popcorn Ceilings!: I surprised my wife by having her walk in from a long day at work to find me covered in sloppy wet oatmeal-like popcorn ceiling plaster and the furniture all over the house, but she wasn't mad and it turned out to be a very easy DIY project! …
When it comes to naming green paint colors, it makes sense if the name of the color has the word "green" or at least something that is the color green.
The current owners, who have transformed the property into a B&B, are downsizing
Come see a subtle and simple spring kitchen on Mackinaw Road with a velvet planter, new cookbooks, and such a clever tea cup!
701 Whitaker St, Savannah, GA 31401 $2,225,000 ~ Reduced to $1,975,000 Historic House For Sale in Savannah, Georgia 5 beds
Hello again dear readers! I am still working on my home project wish list for 2020, and updating/renovating our main...
