Donna Pizzi, Author at Old House Journal Magazine

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House Tours

Channeling Robert Rummer in Oregon

Light-filled Modern with sensitive corrections that inspire easy living, a 1971 home by the Northwest builder and Eichler fan Robert Rummer is rescued from a ’90s remodeling.

House Tours

A Victorian Homestead

A decrepit homestead was theirs to interpret in Victorian fashion when this couple stepped up to save it (and the barn) from ruin. Now it’s exquisite.

Old-House Kitchens

1920s Kitchen Done Right

A keen regard for period details by a Seattle homeowner resulted in this kitchen design.

House Tours

English Cottage on the Lake

The Portland family wanted to live someday on Lake Oswego. When they stumbled upon a 1927 shingled cottage with Arts & Crafts stonework, it felt like home.

Period Bathrooms

Master Bath Re-created

Wood, marble, and nickel evoke the prized bathrooms of the 1890s.

Arts & Crafts Houses

Colorful Craftsman

With a nod to Modernism, Garrison Hullinger and J Jones refine a 1909 Portland Foursquare saved from the wrecking ball.

House Tours

Restored Craftsman in Portland

A 1910 Craftsman house, nicely restored and with handsome additions, provides the right mood for a lifetime collection of period posters.

Old-House Kitchens

Deco Delight

In a well-cared-for house, elements dating to 1951, 1930, and 1911 were preserved in the startling kitchen.

Articles From This Author

Channeling Robert Rummer in Oregon

A Victorian Homestead

1920s Kitchen Done Right

English Cottage on the Lake

Master Bath Re-created

Colorful Craftsman

Restored Craftsman in Portland

Deco Delight

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