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Do You Have Wood Paneling?
Unless it is painted, I usually find wood paneling too dark and rustic for my taste, and sometimes it just looks too dated. But in Fall and Winter, it has a cozy effect that I enjoy, especially if there is a fire roaring nearby. Do you have wood paneling?
Have You Ever Lived in a Victorian?
From the ornate exteriors to the charming nooks and detailing on the interiors, Victorians are definitely pretty homes. Some of the ones I've lived in, though, have been pretty drafty and needed a lot of upgrades. However, when they're refurbished, they're completely lovely.
Cool Idea: Garage Door Façade
When architect Bill Peterson decided to renovate his 16-foot-wide brownstone in Manhattan's East Village, he was determined not to be drastically modern. He wanted to maintain some of the circa-1869 building's history, but at the same time, wanted to use new technologies. The result?
Love It or Hate It? Curvy Concrete House
This curvaceous, concrete home in Argentina was designed with a minimal footprint and unusual lines. Do you like the look, or is it too outside-the-box for you?
Love It or Hate It?
Coveted Crib: Alys Beach Homes
I just came across Alys Beach, a community of resort homes on the Florida Panhandle, and I am completely infatuated with the place. With beautiful white stucco walls and white-ridged roofs, it's a cross between English and Spanish architecture with classic, old-world charm.
It's also outfitted with every modern convenience, and each home is built using green construction techniques.
Would You Want a Floating Staircase?
I've seen a few floating staircases in the past and they certainly look cool. But I think I'm too much of a wimp not to have a banister. And they're definitely not very safe for children or the elderly.
Do You Have a Corner Fireplace?
I spotted this image in the portfolio of Swedish stylist Sasa Antic and I thought it was peculiar, or at least unusual, to have a fireplace in the corner of a room. On the other hand, sometimes we feel forced to design a room around a fireplace that's centered on a wall. The idea of having one in a corner is actually appealing to me.
Would You Attend an Architecture Fantasy Camp?
Created for nonarchitects, the Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture Fantasy Camp takes place at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in Oak Park, IL, from Oct. 4-7. No architecture experience is necessary, and the designer you are paired with will help you create a cottage, remodel your kitchen, or even create a dream home.
Do You Have a Stucco Home?
Traditionally, stucco consists of cement mixed with water, sand, and lime. While the material became a popular finish for homes in the 20th century, stucco techniques have been around since the time of ancient Greece. Is your home stucco?
Trend Alert: Converted Barns
Think barns are just for livestock? With outstanding renovations of existing barns, as well as new designs inspired by vernacular barn style, they're more than fit for human habitation. And while you may not have been born in a barn, after taking a look at some of these designs, I bet you'd be proud to call one home.Source
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