The Historic New England season is closing this Columbus/Indigenous People’s Day weekend and as I am up in York Harbor, I went to visit one of HNE’s oldest houses (both in terms of sheer vintage and time under its stewardship): the Jackson House in Portsmouth, built circa 1664. This is an extraordinary house: I’m sorry …| streetsofsalem
Architects: messina | rivasArea: 120 m²Year: 2024Photography: Federico CairoliLead Architects: Francisco Rivas, Rodrigo MessinaCivil Engineering: CarlinhosCity/Location: CunhaCountry: Brazil House Sede by messina | rivas is situated in the valleys of Serra do Mar near Pedra da Macela, a scenic area in Cunha, Brazil, overlooking the sea, mountains, and the historic town of Paraty. Conceived within ... Read more| ArchitectureLab
Architects: Foster + PartnersArea: 96,000 m²Year: 2025Photography: Nigel Young / Foster + PartnersLead Architects: Luke Fox, Perry IpCity/Location:| Architecture Lab
I had some obligations here in Salem so could not leave the Witch City for the weekend, but I did spend yesterday driving around a little part of our county stopping in at open houses for the annual Essex Heritage Trails and Sails event series, which features an array of heritage, cultural and nature events […] The post Schoolhouse to Outhouse appeared first on streetsofsalem.| streetsofsalem
Architects: arbaArea: 110 m²Year: 2024Photographs: Jérémie LéonCategory: HousesCity: CaenCountry: France| Architecture Lab
I wrote the chapter on Salem’s Colonial Revival movement in our forthcoming book Salem’s Centuries, an effort that I think was pretty ballsy given that I am neither an American historican or an art/architectural historian. You can be sure that I had both types of experts read it before submission and it has been peer-reviewed several times […] The post A Colonial Revival Dining Room appeared first on streetsofsalem.| streetsofsalem
Last week I was thinking about all the things that annoy or concern me about Salem now, and the list seemed endless, which depressed me, and then I suddenly thought, why don’t I focus on the things that I love about Salem so I won’t be so depressed? This seemed like a good idea, and …| streetsofsalem
Learn how villas, houses, and mansions differ in design, amenities, and privacy so you can choose a luxury home that best matches your vision of modern living.| The Pinnacle List
The Home in the Sky was a 39 x 31 foot, two-story, six-room, Colonial-style house erected by Building Arts Exhibit Inc. in a 51-foot-tall open court on the 17th and 18th floors of the Builders Exchange Building. A gallery on the 18th floor enabled close inspection of the house's second story and roof. The house showcased the latest building materials, home decoration and furnishings, all surrounded by a landscaped lawn and additional "Building Arts" displays. The Home in the Sky emerged from...| Cleveland Historical
Maintaining the integrity and preserving the character of older homes is a significant concern for homeowners. One of the most common challenges faced in older properties is the issue of damp. Damp problems can stem from various sources, including rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation. But if left unchecked, these issues can wreak havoc on […] The post Slate Damp Proof Course on Early 20th Century House appeared first on Squarepoint.| Squarepoint
This $38,000,000 waterfront estate in Miami Beach is a striking example of modern architectural excellence, designed by renowned architect Max Strang. Featuring 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and 6,701 sq. ft. of interior space, the home| Home Stratosphere
The house at the corner of Longmeadow and Emerson Streets in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, on September 12, 1917. Image courtesy of the Longmeadow Historical Society, Paesiello Emerson Collection. The house in 2023: This house has been featured in previous posts, and there are many early 20th century images of it thanks to Paesiello Emerson, an amateur ... Read more| Lost New England
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Why do some houses bear a name, rather than just a simple number? In this post, we look at some of the most popular names for homes.| The Listed Home
