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Farmhouses
Houzz Tour: Traditional Sensibility Marks New ‘Not-So-Big’ House
By Catherine Laughlin
An interior designer wanted her family's lakeside Minnesota farmhouse to emphasize quality over quantity
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Transitional Homes
Houzz Tour: A Spanish Revival Yields a Functional Family Home
By Nora Burba Trulsson
In San Francisco, a once-dowdy grande dame gets a makeover to become a family gathering spot
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Universal Design
Houzz Tour: Posh and Practical in Southern California
By Catherine Laughlin
A designer creates a warm and cozy home for a family’s lifestyle today and in the future
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My Houzz
My Houzz: Chicago Condo Is a Change of Scene
By Marianne Lipanovich
A couple’s move to the Windy City leads to a home with more room for art and amenities
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Traditional Homes
Houzz Tour: Beautiful 1929 Tudor-Style House Made Whole Again
By Becky Harris
A thoughtful renovation reveals original architectural details and removes an unfortunate 1980s addition
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Homes Around the World
My Houzz: Cliffside Home Designed for Comfort and Rejuvenation
By Tamara Armstrong
A newly built home overlooking Australia’s Springbrook National Park is a dreamy nature retreat for a creative couple
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Apartments
Houzz Tour: Dreamy Manhattan Perch With a Creamy Palette
By Jess McBride
This interior designer’s condo features stunning views, 1940s touches and a luxurious cream-toned color scheme
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Homes Around the World
My Houzz: A Midcentury Revival That Goes the Distance
By Lisa Atkinson
A 20th-century Australian classic becomes an architect’s 21st-century dream home while maintaining its original charms
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Modern Homes
Houzz Tour: From Cookie-Cutter Look to Modern Family Home
By Nora Burba Trulsson
A dated Northern California house gets streamlined and updated inside and out
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Homes Around the World
Houzz Tour: Luxe Modern Update for a Period Scottish Apartment
By Joanna Simmons
An early-20th-century unit is refurbished with a bold color palette, quality materials and contemporary furnishings
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Contemporary Homes
My Houzz: Boston Condo Renovation Revolves Around the Views
By Mary Prince
Rich colors wake up a high-rise unit and complement the cityscape just outside the windows
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