I’m so glad you wrote about this, I feel so strongly about this topic as well. Another builder I would recommend checking out is Building Culture- they are fairly active on Instagram and have a very similar approach.
I adore old houses. And I live in one built in 2021. It’s definitely market related (cannot afford to buy a gorgeous old house) and I don’t love everything about it (built in ceiling lights...why...). But I do appreciate how newer builds have eco-friendly requirements. I think that’s something that is often overlooked. Because it’s new, there is a certain degree of efficiency that is remarkable. So we’re slowly working on making it look older through our design choices.
One thing I super hate: we have textured walls. I’m not sure if that’s a newer trend or a feature of where we live (we’re in the west), but I hate it. We painted, but I want wallpaper, damn it!
So sorry for the very late response, but I can't afford to live in an old house in America either! We're renters in Boston. I totally agree with you about the eco-friendliness and efficiency of new homes. Though it's so cool to see how REALLY old buildings achieved that through super thick stone walls that regulate the interior from both cold and heat. We've kind of come full circle, where technology has finally caught up to what natural materials have always been able to do.
What kind of texture are your walls? Not something you can sand off or cover over with plaster?
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Jane - I so agree! My Eastgate home is the perfect example of what you have written. A lovely 1,400 sq foot home that I called my country home in the heart of the Country Club neighborhood in the heart of the city on three lovely lots with 30 trees, a wonderful “Woodlands Property” the only one in the city like it with lovely shade and woodland plants a and a beautiful grassy yard as well. A very unique Architect built 1940’s home that Rick and I totally restored to its 1940’s uniqueness. When I sold my home the buyer had it leveled and had it taken to the Lincoln land fill and build a McMansion and had most of the trees and the entire Woodland Garden removed and plowed under. It was a sad loss to the entire neighborhood and I have never driven by. I have wonderful memories of my Country House in the City where I entertained friends and family and raised a German Shepherd…..she loved her home and grounds🥰😍🥰😍I am proud of you in loving beautiful Architecture and restoration of all things beautiful and heartfelt✍🏻🇺🇸❣️
I’m so glad you wrote about this, I feel so strongly about this topic as well. Another builder I would recommend checking out is Building Culture- they are fairly active on Instagram and have a very similar approach.
Sorry for the very late response to this, but I've become obsessed with Building Culture! Absolutely love what they're doing in OKC!
I adore old houses. And I live in one built in 2021. It’s definitely market related (cannot afford to buy a gorgeous old house) and I don’t love everything about it (built in ceiling lights...why...). But I do appreciate how newer builds have eco-friendly requirements. I think that’s something that is often overlooked. Because it’s new, there is a certain degree of efficiency that is remarkable. So we’re slowly working on making it look older through our design choices.
One thing I super hate: we have textured walls. I’m not sure if that’s a newer trend or a feature of where we live (we’re in the west), but I hate it. We painted, but I want wallpaper, damn it!
So sorry for the very late response, but I can't afford to live in an old house in America either! We're renters in Boston. I totally agree with you about the eco-friendliness and efficiency of new homes. Though it's so cool to see how REALLY old buildings achieved that through super thick stone walls that regulate the interior from both cold and heat. We've kind of come full circle, where technology has finally caught up to what natural materials have always been able to do.
What kind of texture are your walls? Not something you can sand off or cover over with plaster?
Jane - I so agree! My Eastgate home is the perfect example of what you have written. A lovely 1,400 sq foot home that I called my country home in the heart of the Country Club neighborhood in the heart of the city on three lovely lots with 30 trees, a wonderful “Woodlands Property” the only one in the city like it with lovely shade and woodland plants a and a beautiful grassy yard as well. A very unique Architect built 1940’s home that Rick and I totally restored to its 1940’s uniqueness. When I sold my home the buyer had it leveled and had it taken to the Lincoln land fill and build a McMansion and had most of the trees and the entire Woodland Garden removed and plowed under. It was a sad loss to the entire neighborhood and I have never driven by. I have wonderful memories of my Country House in the City where I entertained friends and family and raised a German Shepherd…..she loved her home and grounds🥰😍🥰😍I am proud of you in loving beautiful Architecture and restoration of all things beautiful and heartfelt✍🏻🇺🇸❣️
XoXo Aunt Patty
I miss your beautiful Eastgate home too, it was a stunning little gem and you made it so charming and homey. :(
Oh my gosh, I’m so happy you are enjoying it too! I’m obsessed with their work and have learned so much!