Circa Magazine is an online magazine featuring lots of great information and stories for the old house owner and lover. Elizabeth Finkelstein is the founder and published an interview about the restoration of my 1910 home. Check it out here: A Victorian Time Capsule in Freehold New Jersey and don’t forget to check out the […]
New Construction Plans? Use Caution
When we think of new construction plans many of us think of McMansions. The word McMansion has evolved to a meaning of bad tacky architectural design. Although the trend for McMansion style has passed, popular styles for new construction plans today lean towards a more tradition design. If Traditional design is what you want it [...]
12 Reasons Against an Open Kitchen Floor Plan
Open kitchen plan. The open kitchen floor plan also known as the Great Room is the current rage in home renovation. But before you rush to the bank for a home improvement loan, is this really what you want? The design is highly promoted as if the homeowner does not have enough expenses to deal [...]
Watching Old Movies for Old Home Decorating and Design
Old Home Decorating should be done tastefully and with care. Choosing an appropriate period in history to match your house is the first step. To give your guests the feel you want there is quite a bit you will need to understand. Of course if you have a vintage home you do not have to [...]
The Shocking Truth About Windows
Let the buyer beware! Learn how to be smart in a world of dumb builders and sharp salespeople. This is your Ultimate Guide to old windows. Read and learn. 1 - The Truth About Windows Your ultimate guide and education to really understanding everything you need to know about new, old, and historic windows. 2 [...]