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Pretty New Build...

stevieb — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:34:33 GMT

There's no denying many of the new builds employing similar architectural elements, and there are many, are quite attractive. Still, when all is said and done, my personal choice would be for an older house that is, perhaps, a bit less predictable. Of course, there can be a downside to that too and an older home in the neighborhood of choice isn't always an option...

The House...

The Foyer...

A Sitting Room...

The Kitchen...

The Dining Room...

The Library... Even given good bones, the only thing I like about this room's furnishings or decor is the table-desk...

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chessielady — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:43:14 GMT

I could move in tomorrow and be quite happy.

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On It — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:44:56 GMT

@stevieb I love it. The custom features and design choices are just my style. I would even overlook the open concept kitchen which I typically would not want.

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LindaSal — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:46:11 GMT

My favorite room is the sitting room, beautiful! I'm not sure about the table in the foyer?

I guess it's big enough to accomodate it but not sure I like it.

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eddyandme — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:08:22 GMT

Guess if I could afford it, I could afford the staff to clean it......

However, I prefer something somewhat smaller and more comfy and homey, which I find this isn't. To me this would be like living in a museum.

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Love my grandkids — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:29:07 GMT

First, I would paint that door a light blue, hate the dark color. Then I'd rip out and replace the light fixtures in the first 2 photos. I am extremely fussy about what kind of light fixtures I like. Then I'd get rid of those awful drapes.

There are parts I like but overall it's no for me.

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ScrapHappy — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:32:55 GMT

Very nice. I like it. The only thing that caught my eye right away was the trees on either side of the front door. They're right in front of the window. That would bug me.

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faeriemoon — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 17:18:52 GMT

Love the foyer!

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wilma — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:21:18 GMT

@ScrapHappy wrote:
Very nice. I like it. The only thing that caught my eye right away was the trees on either side of the front door. They're right in front of the window. That would bug me.

@ScrapHappy

I don't like the trees there either.

@stevieb

In addition to not liking the 2 trees in front of the windows, I think the wood trim around the front porch looks out of place. Other than that I like the exterior.

Most of the furnishings and colors inside are fine. I would switch out a few things and add a bit more color here and there, but overall, I like it. My least favorite room is the library. I really don't like the wood paneling in that room.

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RedTop — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:30:55 GMT

Very nice pictures of a nice house, but not for me.

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Sooner — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:35:20 GMT

We do not have a house that grand, but the exterior elements are very much what our house has. It was the style about 20 years ago, and is still being built around here. The shutters, copper element over a window, porch, and the look of a house built over time--all familiar to me.

Inside? Dark floors and such remind me of our house.

Oklahoma became a state in 1907, and was settled in land runs for a lot of the state in the 1890's. So old houses? Few and far between.

Mostly there are small frame houses from the 1930's and 40's, ranch houses from the 1950's and 60's, mid century modern from those days, then Beaver Cleaver style, and then brick Dallas style houses, then more like the one in the picture.

Around here, you can almost nail the decade a house was built just by looking. Not many 2-stories until the 80's, and still very few basements.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:01:51 GMT

I like it-very pretty! I would however replace the light fixtures, and get rid of the paneling in the office.. I just don't like paneling whatsoever. Otherwise a very nice home, wih a beautiful kitchen, and eating area and beautiful living room with a statement fireplace......

I also agree with whomever said paint the door a lighter color!

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ECBG — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:37:32 GMT

Well done. She was beautiful!!!

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sceniccoast — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:48:38 GMT

@stevieb

It's a nice home & property. It's too formal for my taste. I do like the foyer & sitting room.

Older homes have plenty of pros/cons to them. One thing they did have is quality. Thanks for sharing.

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DREAMON — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:58:19 GMT

Very nice home. I like every area and decor but the Library would get a redo from walls to furniture and carpet.

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godi — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 11:04:58 GMT

Beautiful home! Not a high back chair fan. That's my only issue with this stunning home.

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AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 11:11:57 GMT

I love the outside of the house and I love the fireplace. I don't like things that are so formal, so I am not so crazy about the rest. I also like more color and personality. If I had this, I would sure mix it up!

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stevieb — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:35:34 GMT

@DREAMON wrote:
Very nice home. I like every area and decor but the Library would get a redo from walls to furniture and carpet.

I agree. I actively dislike the library.

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Nataliesgramma — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:18:00 GMT

Beautiful home...but the trees in front of the windows and that paneling would have to go...

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spiderw — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 19:02:50 GMT

I like this home but would make some changes to suit my taste. The sitting room is lovely and I like the idea of a library but would have different furnishings. The space is appealing throughout the home also.