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Blue and White Craftsman Style Bungalow in Madison, Wisconsin

Cozy Bungalow Homes That Will Make You Want to Move

architecture, cozy living October 2, 2021

Are you ready for some bungalow eye candy? Some of you know that I traveled to Madison, Wisconsin last weekend and wow! Right now it’s my favorite small city. I have more posts to come about the trip (that I think you’ll enjoy), but today I want to focus on all of the cozy bungalow…

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Reckaimed Barn Wood Floor in Farmhouse Hallway

How to Use Reclaimed Wood in Your Home

architecture, home decor August 28, 2021

Fresh cut wood. Whether old or new, it has an earthy fragrance and organic appeal. It immediately adds warmth and texture to any room. See these inspirational ideas on how to use reclaimed wood in your home to give it authenticity and a bit of rustic flair. Photo by Frederick + Frederick Architects Most people…

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Historic District Homes - Purple Victorian in Madison, Wisconsin

Historic District Homes of Madison

architecture, historic homes, travel August 14, 2021

We’re back from our Wisconsin vacation and I’m excited to share some of the historic district homes in Madison. First, let me say what a beautiful, small city that Madison is. I was impressed with its cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of tree-lined streets. Not to mention, people were so friendly there. The first thing I…

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Haint Blue Ceiling on Front Porch of Historic Home

Geneva Walking Tour of Homes: Part Two

architecture, historic homes July 31, 2021

On Wednesday of this week I shared photos of beautiful homes in the neighborhood where I attended elementary school. Today is the second part of that fun walking tour around the tree-lined streets of Geneva. The porch above is a close-up view of the white historic home below. Note the detailing on the corbels of…

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Dark Gray Clapboard Victorian Home with Turquoise Front Door

Historic Neighborhood and Homes in Geneva

architecture, historic homes July 28, 2021

Geneva, Illinois is the town where I grew up and as a kid, I took my home for granted. Never did I realize the curb appeal and beauty of this small river town outside of Chicago. Now as an adult I appreciate the historic neighborhood and homes that make Geneva a destination place outside of…

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Bead Board in a Breakfast Nook

Create Character with Bead Board

architecture, country style, farmhouse style July 17, 2021

Character is the main reason I love old homes. Quirky rooms, quality wood trim, built-in cabinets, and more. All those things that lend charm and interest. You can create character in your own home with something as simple as bead board. Photo by ML Interior Designs Bead board is fairly easy to install and it…

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Yellow Cottage in a Garden

Collection of Quaint Cottages and Tiny Homes

architecture, cottage style July 12, 2021

Maybe it started with children’s fairytales. Or maybe it’s a result of my love of Beatrix Potter books. But as far as I can remember, I’ve always had a thing for quaint cottages. The small houses with all their charm seem like such a happy place to live. How could anyone not want to live…

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Yellow Victorian - Harbor Homes on Lake Michigan

Harbor Homes and Scenes from New Buffalo, Michigan

architecture, travel July 7, 2021

A couple weeks ago I featured a tour of the charming little Airbnb cottage where we stayed on our recent trip to Lake Michigan. I also shared several of the charming bungalows and cottages from the town. Today I’m showcasing more of the beautiful harbor homes and a few other scenes from this adorable lakeside…

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Visions of Home - coffee table book featuring homes of Historical Concepts

Visions of Home: Decorating Book Giveaway

architecture, home decor June 30, 2021

Are you ready for a little summer reading and loads of decorating inspiration all at once? It’s time for another book giveaway! Visions of Home features the gorgeous work of Historical Concepts, one of my favorite architectural firms. Showcased in the book are country estates, pastoral properties, and coastal retreats. The artisanal craftsmanship of these…

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Blue-Gray Modern Farmhouse in New Buffalo

Bungalows and Cottages of New Buffalo, Michigan

architecture, historic homes June 26, 2021

I’m finally back from my short trip to New Buffalo, Michigan and of course, I took photos of cute bungalows and cottages while I was there. There was plenty to explore and I need to go back to this lakeside town with all its charm and character. The super adorable modern farmhouse-style cottage above was…

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Victorian Painted Lady Porch

Victorian Houses and Details to Tickle Your Fancy

architecture June 19, 2021

Victorian houses provide an abundant supply of eye candy when admiring their intricate gingerbread trim and interesting roof angles. If you’re a fan of this historic architecture, you don’t want to miss this round-up of exciting homes. Photo by Klassen Remodeling & Design, Inc.   Whether small or large, Victorian houses are crafted with numerous…

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Gray One-and-a-Half Story Home in Chattanooga

Hillside Homes of Chattanooga

architecture, historic homes June 17, 2021

Two months have passed since my trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee and I just now realized I didn’t share all the photos of beautiful houses that I took while there. So today features a final collection of hillside homes from both Lookout Mountain and Signal Mountain. It’s a pleasant mix of small and grand homes.  …

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Southern Home located in Lookout Mountain, Georgia

Charming Southern Homes in Lookout Mountain, Georgia

architecture, travel May 15, 2021

A couple weeks ago I shared a walking tour of homes located on Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga. Today we’re headed to the Georgia side of Lookout Mountain to enjoy more curb appeal and pretty Southern homes.   One thing I noticed right away when crossing over onto the Georgia side of the mountain is that…

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Dark Gray Tudor Home in Geneva, Illinois

Cottages and Bungalows of Geneva: A Walking Tour

architecture, historic homes May 10, 2021

Spring is one of my favorite times to take walks around quaint residential streets to enjoy the tulips and flowering trees. I’ve shown some of the larger historic homes of Geneva, Illinois on my blog in the past. But today I want to show you some of the more affordable cottages and bungalows on the…

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High-End Custom Homes of Lookout Mountain - Older Gray House

High-End Custom Homes of Lookout Mountain

architecture, historic homes May 6, 2021

Hubby and I recently returned from our trip to Chattanooga, Tennessee and I have to admit I fell in love with the area. I’ve been to the volunteer state before, but never to ‘Nooga. We stayed in a charming blue cottage from Airbnb located on the side of Lookout Mountain and took plenty of walks…

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Modern Craftsman Exterior

Modern Craftsman: Charming Home Tour

architecture, Charming Home Series, home tour May 2, 2021

When I think of solid home construction, I think of craftsman style. Even the name “craftsman” sounds strong and authoritative, resulting in quality design and building. Today we’re touring a modern craftsman house by Sogno Design Group with oodles of curb appeal, gorgeous interiors, and attention to detail. I’ve never seen a craftsman style house…

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