Low-slung ranch homes like these were very popular throughout the Midwest in the middle of the 20th Century. The basic form of this one is "California Contemporary", which probably puts it in the larger category of Mid-Century Modern. But this one has a couple of very unique details, beginning with the Japanese-inspired wood joinery at the entrance. Not something you see every … [Read more...]
Forget the “Modern” part, this Renovated Farmhouse Looks Like the Real Thing
You may have seen this extraordinary white modern farmhouse project on HGTV back in 2020 - it's an old timber-framed home that was extensively remodeled and added on to, and the result is pretty spectacular. We're lucky that it's not far from our home, in the hills of western Licking County, Ohio. The house and 10 acre site recently went up for sale, check out the listing … [Read more...]
Tiny New Orleans Cottage With A Warm Inviting Interior
This colorful tiny New Orleans cottage has just 1,640 square feet. Which is one of the things we like about it - cozy, comfy and small suits us just fine! 12 foot ceilings in this tiny New Orleans cottage make everything seem larger. Higher ceilings in the hot humid New Orleans climate help keep this house cool(er). Guess you'd call this a "dorm room" setup in … [Read more...]
Restored and Updated New Orleans French Quarter Townhouse
We don't often get to see inside a classic, iconic New Orleans French Quarter townhouse - you know, the ones with all the wrought iron on the balconies, the ones you see in the background of the Mardi Gras celebrations. So it's a treat to peek inside this one, just 2,100 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows. … [Read more...]
Restored Charleston Two Story Home with a Lot of Updated Features
The South of Broad district in lovely Charleston South Carolina is the heart of the Historic District, at the tip of the peninsula, and the most charming part of the city (in our humble opinions). This restored 1905 Charleston two story home is typical of the homes you'll find there, with a mixture of stylistic elements from Colonial Revival to Craftsman. In Charleston, … [Read more...]
New Traditional Cottage Home with a Very Steep Roof
We often find that the best homes out there are Architect-designed, regardless of the size and budget. This new traditional cottage home by Moser Architects of Arlington, Virginia is one of those. One of the reasons we like Architect-designed houses is the way that they often re-interpret traditional design. This house has a very familiar look to it, but the … [Read more...]
A Restored 19th Century House on a Tiny Lot in Charleston, SC
Our recent trip to Charleston has got us a little fixated on the city and the wonderful historic homes in it. This restored 19th century house isn't in the historic district, but it's super cute anyway, and someone's done a very nice job restoring it. Some people might have ripped out this tongue and groove panelling and replaced it with drywall or something … [Read more...]
Restored Victorian-era Home In Galveston, Texas
Older homes in hot climates depend on plenty of porches to make the summer months bearable. This restored Victorian-era home in Galveston, Texas has charming porches on the front and the back, and a pretty incredible backyard. Two levels of porches overlook the backyard (see photos of the backyard at the end of this post). Inside the front door … [Read more...]
Pretty Yellow Craftsman Cottage (with Shiplap Everywhere!)
Long before Chip and Joanna made it is the latest cool thing, "shiplap" siding was the way cottages and farmhouses were finished on the inside. This yellow Craftsman Cottage is a great example of that, and it's super cute, too. This cozy family room (with shiplap on the walls) has a huge wood-burning stove! We can imagine how comfy that would be on cool, damp nights way … [Read more...]
Mimimalist Mid-Century Modern in Colorado
Krisana Park is a neighborhood of 175 50's-era ranch-style Modern homes in southeast central Denver, Colorado. It's home to this super clean minimalist mid-century Modern house, updated by Cadence Design Studio. Not everyone's a fan the smooth-surface all-white aesthetic you see in the kitchen photos below, but if you love houses, you should appreciate a wide range of … [Read more...]
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