Historic Homes
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How to Spot an American Arts and Crafts Home: The Features and the Philosophy Behind Them
Discover the hallmarks of an American Arts and Crafts home, from exposed structural elements and native materials to the emphasis on craftsmanship and built-in harmony. Understand the philosophy behind this architectural style and how to identify its regional variations.
Top 10 Artisanal Details & Craftsmanship for Historic Homes
The number of skilled artisans capable of maintaining historic homes is decreasing faster than they are being replaced, according to Pasadena Now .
Artist's eye for color shapes historic Nashville home
In 2020, painter Elizabeth Stern acquired a historic eight-acre ranch in Nashville, not to preserve its muted past, but to drench its traditional bones in a riot of unexpected color.
Designer Whitney McGregor Refreshes 1942 Spartanburg Starter Home
In Spartanburg, a young couple recently transformed their 1942 home with designer Whitney McGregor, a stark contrast to South Carolina's top historic listing at $28 million among 167 properties curren
Nashville home becomes heirloom-filled gathering space
A dining table that once floated through the floodwaters of Hurricane Katrina now anchors a newly transformed Nashville home, telling a story of resilience and family history.
Brooklyn Brownstone Owners Embrace Luxury Restoration and Design Trends
A 6,300-square-foot 1830s Brooklyn brownstone, now featuring six elevator-accessible levels, a gym, sauna, and wine cave, is on the market for $16.
1930s Houston Home Gets Vibrant Paint Transformation
In Houston, a 1935 brick home, nearly a century old and requiring foundation repair, was dramatically reimagined by interior designer Minnette Jackson.
NYC influencer revives 235-year-old upstate farmhouse
Taryn Delanie Smith, Miss New York 2022, traded her Upper West Side apartment for a 235-year-old farmhouse in Orange County, embarking on a renovation journey she expects to last as long as she lives
Southern garden tours feature historic homes and upcoming events
Day-specific tickets for Charlotte's Secret Gardens Tour will cost $35 per person when it opens on May 16, 2026, according to Fourthwardclt .