Across the American South, a quiet movement is gaining momentum: the careful restoration of historic Folk Victorian homes that combine vernacular charm with architectural significance. One such property, an 1890s house in Water Valley, Mississippi, currently awaits a dedicated owner willing to bring it back to its former glory. Located on what was once known […]
Building a modern farmhouse on a hillside presents unique challenges that test the skill of even experienced construction teams. The TOH 2020 Farmhouse in Fairfield County, sited on a slope overlooking Long Island Sound, is a showcase of how advanced building materials and smart design strategies come together to create a home that is both
Building the Cottage on the Cape: Construction Lessons from the 2020 Idea House Building a coastal home in New England presents unique challenges that require careful planning, durable materials, and innovative construction techniques. The 2020 This Old House Idea House, Cottage on the Cape in Eastham, Massachusetts, showcases how these challenges can be turned into
For generations, wood decks have been a defining feature of American homes, offering outdoor spaces that combine natural beauty with everyday functionality. Unlike many home improvement trends that come and go, the appeal of a well-built wood deck endures season after season. Homeowners continue to choose wood for its warmth, character, and the way it
Creating living and entertaining spaces that feel both welcoming and functional is one of the most rewarding challenges in residential design. Whether you are designing a new home or reimagining an existing layout, the goal is the same: to craft environments where family and friends naturally gather, linger, and connect. The 2019 This Old House
In the world of residential design, the rooms that work the hardest often receive the least design attention. Mudrooms become drop zones for clutter, laundry rooms turn into afterthought corridors, and garages devolve into cavernous storage pits. But there is a growing movement toward treating these utilitarian spaces with the same care as living rooms
Historic home preservation offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of architectural heritage while contributing to neighborhood revitalization. The Felix Gans House, an oversize Craftsman bungalow located in Little Rock, Arkansas, exemplifies both the challenges and rewards of taking on a historic preservation project. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a
When the This Old House team set out to build the 2020 Idea House in Fairfield County, Connecticut, they faced a familiar challenge: how do you create a home that is energy efficient, comfortable, safe, and durable all at once? The answer, as it turned out, was not to pick a single insulation material and
Concrete is everywhere in the modern built environment, yet few people realize that this humble material has a dramatic and largely forgotten backstory. The podcast Colorful Concrete Tiles A Complete Guide To Decorative Concrete Floor And Wall Tiles explores how a devastating fire in the Great Fire of London led to the revival of one
Concrete is everywhere in the modern built environment, yet few people realize that this humble material has a dramatic and largely forgotten backstory. The podcast Colorful Concrete Tiles A Complete Guide To Decorative Concrete Floor And Wall Tiles explores how a devastating fire in the Great Fire of London led to the revival of one
