An electronic music D.J. wanted a home with 19th-century style — but the one he found had small, dark rooms that didn’t work for his young family.
Category: Restoration and Renovation
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Club Ebony, a Historic Blues Venue Tied to B.B. King, Rises Again
The Indianola, Miss., club was part of the chitlin circuit, where Black performers found refuge during the Jim Crow era. After urgent renovations, it will reopen this week.
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How to Light Your Patio or Yard Without Annoying Your Neighbors
Forget the floodlights. The key to effectively illuminating your yard or patio at night is subtlety.
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The Beauty of a One-Bedroom House? No Room for Guests.
When two designers created their own country retreat, they knew they wanted the opposite of what most of their clients ask for: Something tiny.
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Building a $600,000 Home in Washington State
One Washington State couple worked side by side with their contractors, doing much of the heavy lifting: “We wanted to do something extraordinary.”
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A Minimalist Australian Dream Home With an 18th-Century Twist
Why would a modernist house in a Melbourne suburb need an inverted ha-ha? (And what is a ha-ha, anyway?)
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How to Make an Entrance, Whether You Have a Real Foyer or Not
Your entryway needs to be functional, but it also ought to spark some joy. Here’s how to make the most of whatever entry space you have.
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How to Make an Entrance, Whether You Have a Real Foyer or Not
Your entryway needs to be functional, but it also ought to spark some joy. Here’s how to make the most of whatever entry space you have.
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Studio Railroad: This Home Office in Washington Is Also a Train
Working with the architect Tom Kundig, a creative director had a crazy idea: Wouldn’t it be cool if you could put your work space on a railroad track?
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A Bright New Look for a Small House in Arlington
Quite a lot, it turns out. “We just wanted to have fun,” said an interior designer of the Arlington, Va., house she renovated with her husband.
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In Scotland, a Minimalist House That Keeps the World at Bay
They raised six children. Now it was time for a home that was entirely their own.
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How to Choose the Best Window Blinds and Coverings
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Designers consider window shades and blinds essential for many reasons. But there are so many options — how do you choose the right ones?