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Historic Homes74 Stories

Celebrate Richard Neutra’s Innovative Los Angeles Home and Studio
ArchitectureCelebrate Richard Neutra’s Innovative Los Angeles Home and Studio
By Colin Flavin
The modernist design, which marks its 90th anniversary this year, continues to inspire and offer lessons for living
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Tour the Historical Homes of Trailblazing African Americans
Historic HomesTour the Historical Homes of Trailblazing African Americans
By Annie Thornton
This Black History Month, read about some of our country’s barrier-breaking figures and see the places they called home
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Historic California Farmhouse Remodeled for Modern Living
Houzz ToursHistoric California Farmhouse Remodeled for Modern Living
By Julie Sheer
Designers update an 1897 Petaluma family home while maintaining its charm
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Tour a Celebrated Modernist Landscape Architect’s Final Project
Modern ArchitectureTour a Celebrated Modernist Landscape Architect’s Final Project
By Colin Flavin
See the art-inspired design, showcased at Palm Springs Modernism Week, that pulled Robert Royston out of retirement
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Madam C.J. Walker and Her Villa Get the Hollywood Treatment
TastemakersMadam C.J. Walker and Her Villa Get the Hollywood Treatment
By Gwendolyn Purdom
Oscar winner Octavia Spencer and Netflix are bringing the trailblazing African American entrepreneur’s story to life
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In Los Angeles, a Sensitive Restoration of a John Lautner Gem
Houzz ToursIn Los Angeles, a Sensitive Restoration of a John Lautner Gem
By Erin Carlyle
Designer Jamie Bush explains the changes made to Silver Lake’s iconic Silvertop residence
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During National Book Month, Tour American Writers’ Homes
Historic HomesDuring National Book Month, Tour American Writers’ Homes
By Becky Harris
Explore the houses that inspired famous tales and poems, and the places where authors worked
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Exclusive Video of Wright’s Jaw-Dropping Hollyhock House
Most PopularExclusive Video of Wright’s Jaw-Dropping Hollyhock House
Immerse yourself in the stunningly restored Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece
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John Lautner’s Organic Architecture in the Desert
Modern ArchitectureJohn Lautner’s Organic Architecture in the Desert
By Colin Flavin
Inspiration abounds in the architect’s restored modernist compound near Palm Springs
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Meet Paul Revere Williams, Architect to Hollywood Stars
Historic HomesMeet Paul Revere Williams, Architect to Hollywood Stars
By Erin Carlyle
The posthumous AIA Gold Medal winner, born 125 years ago, designed homes for Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball and others
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See the Modernist Home of Colorado’s First Black Architect
Historic HomesSee the Modernist Home of Colorado’s First Black Architect
By Gwendolyn Purdom
The late John Henderson Jr. left behind his striking midcentury home and a pioneering design legacy in Denver
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