Paintable Windows for Historically Inspired (But Not Accurate) House
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What historical style can my house be?
Comments (31)Rosie, I'm having trouble finding houses that are prairie fusion. Some interesting looking houses I've found that are modern prairie, although we have a minimum of 6:12 roof pitch, which makes some of these designs a little more difficult. The Sunset magazine houseplans I can find online consist of the same database as Southern Living... As far as the front load garage, it's interesting to see different people's perspectives. Growing up, the driveway was more of a living space than the front yard (both of which were very large at my parent's house). The driveway was where we worked on cars, did fireworks, performed science experiments, sold lemonade, played basketball, drove remote control cars, etc... I'm not one to want to hide behind a large garage--we're going to have one of the only 2 stall garages in the neighborhood, and we'll have a front porch across the whole house--but I include the driveway as part of the living space. Maybe I'm abnormal in this? The reason I don't want a side-load is because I figure I wouldn't be able to watch our kids as easily do all the fun stuff in the driveway! Kirkhall, I'm posting another house in the neighborhood. I'll post more tomorrow. I think I'm leaning towards the house type that apparently you have lived in in a suburb. Ren8, thanks for the clarification. I think I might be narrowing in on Colonial Revival, and I can have my drafter do mockups of the elevation after I supply the necessary details. Is there a particular style of stone which either works well or conflicts with it? The book you mentioned talked about having stone that looks like could actually be laid that way--the stacked stone that is common in my neighborhood suffices. I also need to talk to the GC to see about the additional cost for the additional details that I suddenly can't live without--I'm sure he was quoting me for a porkchop return, for example....See MoreOld house/new kitchen, keeping it "historic"...
Comments (32)Diana I'm planning to keep my white refrigerator and dishwasher for now as they are practically brand new. The "white" cabinets I picked are technically ivory, but still pretty white and they blend well with the appliances. The stove and hood are going to be stainless and I was considering doing a stainless apron front sink to tie it all together, but now my husband says he hates the stainless sink so it's back to fireclay! The wall with the stove is the "focal point" of the kitchen, and I want to do an interesting backsplash on that wall. Greenfish, I DO have a spot for a swinging door! The doorway to the dining room had a door on it at one time and the trim is still notched out for hinges! I think I'll do a french door with glass though, my kitchen is at the back of the house and doesn't get a lot of sunlight. Joyce, that's awesome! You did a fantastic job with that kitchen. My kitchen has been evolving over the years (basically deteriorating!) It looked great when it was in Country Home Magazine in 1984. But years have taken their toll and the layout in '84 was not practical. I've been making minor changes over the last ten years to try and just "live with it" a little longer, but it's finally time to do a total re-hab, and I just want to be sure to do it right. Thanks everyone for the tips!...See MoreWant to make this 1893 Historic Brick Home a Head Turner!!! HELP!!!
Comments (22)Thanks to everyone for their comments and opinions. It's exactly what I was looking for. I had written a follow up the other day to this post based on some great questions from all of you...but after a longer message, it didnt end up uploading after I hit send. And I didnt have the time then to re-type. I wasn't open in my initial ask of what I plan to do and how much I'm willing to do. First off, this was a 2 family when built and had been converted now to a single family. There is extensive work that will need to be done on all sides exterior, and the entire interior. It looks like someone may have started to revive this home about 7-10 years ago and that's I am guessing where the front door came from, vinyl windows, maybe painted lintels and some exterior tuckpointing and roof work. It has sat since then and some of the issues have reocurred...and some are okay. So our budget is around 150k. So I didn't write it, but the windows, the front door and any other ashtenic look or ideas for the front is what I should have initially asked. Aslo, as a couple of people have pointed out, the house got a water service upgrade coming into the house so hence the extra lumpiness in the front yard. That space needs to be excavated and flatten correctly...as does the backyard where a sewer lateral change was necessary too. The front yard is not large and the 3 other houses right next to me all have the same house and same size yard. Lastly, the top of the building in my original pic with all the ornate and intricate brick work is unfortunately gone. Unfortunately the house was recently hit by lightening (if you can believe it) and 1300 - 1500 bricks were blown out of the top and onto the street and yard. Thankfully no one was hurt, but clearly a set back and something I never would have guessed is possible. We have applied for a masonry bricklaying permit here locally and waiting for approval so that area can be repaired. But unfortunately, we will not be able to re-do the original design or get that brick again. Alot ot you have asked about historic restrictions and rules. Though we have other neighborhoods that have been deemed historic and each neighborhood may have some guidelines to follow, where this house is does not. As for painting the brick, I clearly get the overall consensus to not paint it. so thank you. however, where we live, there are literally 50,000 houses like this. So though it may look unique to some, it has become just a normal daily sighting. which is why I really want to make sure this house is different and stands on it's own merit. my personal taste is clean lines and maybe more of a contemporary theme...and I understand that some or that may not fit exactly. But many people here have done some (what I think) are neat changes or ways to redfine their own homes starting with a template like this. As I mentioned, on this block alone, there are 2 identical homes to my right and one to my left...with about a 2f alley separating each property. So I don't know if that helps at all. Or changes anyones thoughts or ideas. I was heading down the path of doing steel or aluminum windows in black and some form of a similar thought or idea with the door. And part of me thought a classic look against the black was a white washed design to make the home classic but also rustic and timeless. But that's as far as I got. Because the masonry work will need to happen now before fall or winter gets too far in, I believe addressing as much of the exterior issues now makes the most sense. Hence my post. So thanks to everyone again....See MoreHistoric Home Decorating Help
Comments (12)What a treat to see this historical home, and aren't you lucky to be living in it!! I happen to love the Colonial era--the style, colors, textile patterns--and live in a Colonial revival home. I've decorated it in an 18th century style, some rooms more formal, some more casual, and also have mixed it up a bit. I would definitely keep the trim darker and the walls lighter (not necessarily white). Love the idea of green trim, and there are warm neutrals you could use without going too yellow. I don't think a cool gray would work well with your Saltillo tile floors. Ben Moore has two collections that are appropriate for your home--the Historical Colors and Colonial Williamsburg Color collections. Some warm neutral options to consider for the trim are: Yorkshire Tan (HC23) Quincy Tan (HC25) Shelburne Buff (HC28) Wilmington Tan (HC34) Lenox Tan (HC44) Williamsburg Stone (CW25) Market Square (CW30) Brick House Tan (CW145) Options for green trim: Sussex Green (HC109) Weathersfield Moss (HC110) Tate Olive (HC112) Louisburg Green (HC113) Great Barrington Green (HC 122) Kennebunkport Green (HC 123) Bassett Hall Green (CW 480) Nicholson Green (CW 500) Lighter warm neutrals for walls: Monroe Bisque (HC 26) Monterrey White (HC 27) Putnam Ivory (HC39) Shaker Beige (HC45) Bleeker Beige (HC80 Manchester Tan (HC81) Grant Beige (HC83) Elmira White (HC84) Capitol White (CW10) Geddy White (CW20) Cornice Tan (CW115) Timson Sand (CW140) Brick House Tan (CW145) Keep in mind that you need to get samples to view in your home with your lighting. Post them up on the walls and look at them during the day with natural and artificial lighting, as well as at night with artificial lighting. Also pay no mind to the names of colors--they often do not describe the color accurately. Trust your own eyes. I see you mentioned the fireplace, but I don't see any photos of it. You might want to add that. Painting first would be your least expensive option, but if you're going to do any layout changes or construction you might want to do that first before painting. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!...See Moreres2architect
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