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.
Category: Restoration and Renovation
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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?
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A Small Home With a Big View in L.A.? He Built It in Mt. Washington.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:A critical-care nurse wanted to build a house in Los Angeles for ‘just one person.’ Finding the perfect lot wasn’t easy.