Old New House

When building our new house, I incorporated some features that satisfied my longing for an older home.

This small-town Texas home was lovingly and painstakingly restored.

Brittany J. Smith▫️NewOldHouse on Instagram: "Approaching 5 years in our New “Old” home. I’m an old house lover. I grew up in them and there’s just nothing quite like the architecture and detail in old homes. My husband, Mark, was not so keen on the idea of renovating an older home. When we were teenagers (yes, way back then) we talked about our future home and it was him that came up with a New Old House concept. He said “how about one day I’ll build you a brand new home that looks…

If you have a generic, plain, and boring new home, you may want to add some character to it. Making a new house look old is one way to add interest and charm. You can even build a new home using elements that make it feel old. Here are a few ways to make a new house appear older. ResearchDo some research to figure out what period of time and what style you want your home to look like. Homes in different parts of the country have different architectural elements and styles. Try to pick…

You may wonder, why do old houses have so many doors? We give you the reasons why and everything to know in our guide.

Create an inviting kitchen with the addition of stone walls — an organic, natural material that is a beautiful way to bring the outdoors in.

For one couple in rural Connecticut, the concept was to create a multigenerational space to enjoy with their five children, friends, and extended family. This understated antiqued party barn is intended to adapt as the family grows and ages. Intentionally built out of reclaimed timbers and barnwood provided by our sister company, Pioneer Millworks, the structure has a timeless feel that is completely at home in the country landscape.

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We all have some innate feeling that we could design a perfect space if given the time and resources. Generally, this is not the case and we should really leave it to the experts. Fortunately, the internet allows us to really see what world-class architects are doing and designing.

heatherhill beach house, designed by norm architects, is a new home in jutland, denmark with minimalist timber and a sedum green roof.