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2021 Design Center Sourcebook

Our popular annual edition is now here. Get your copy now before they sell out!

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20th Century Storybook Homes

A Hollywood take on Medieval and European domestic architecture.

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A Directory of Architectural Salvage Stores in the U.S.

Use our comprehensive guide to locate an architectural salvage store near you, or to browse the websites of stores across the country, many of which sell their wares online.

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Arts & Crafts Bungalow on Bainbridge Island

A 1915 Arts & Crafts house on Bainbridge Island, never substantially altered since it was built, is restored with regard for its history, architectural scale, and original style.

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Arts & Crafts Revival Home

A new Arts & Crafts-style house made by craftspeople satisfies the desire for detail.

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Builder’s Bungalow

A jewel of a builder’s bungalow is restored with integrity.

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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.

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Cobblestone Cottage

The ca. 1840 cobblestone cottage survives because of a woman’s stewardship.

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Craftsman Bungalow Renovation

In 2015, we began a meticulous renovation of our 1917 Craftsman Bungalow home with a view of completing it for its 100th birthday.

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DIY Salvaged Hardware

Salvaged icebox hardware make new cabinets look like vintage equipment.

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Finding Home

Buying, renovating, downsizing — or looking for your forever home? Our 2021 special edition, Finding Home, will help get you started.

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Glasgow School in the Bathroom

A tutorial in bracing color and geometric, stylized forms.

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Houses of the 1920s-40s

Houses of the 1920s–40s, and how to treat them.

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LIGHTING An Exploration for Old-house Owners & Designers

Here’s our curated selection of information about lighting — everything from early American tin and turned-wood chandeliers to mica lamps; Art Deco slipper shades to Sputnik pendants. Find information on metal finishing and rewiring, too!

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Preserving an 1890 Brownstone

Benign stewardship: This 1890 brownstone has had just two owners.

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The High Cost of Replacement Windows

There are several reasons why it’s worth saving and maintaining old windows. One example is using window inserts from Indow.