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CURB APPEAL CONTEST

Oznell — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 16:54:21 GMT

"Cottages and Bungalows"n magazine, just announced the winner of their curb appeal contest. But they aren't showing hers now, because they are going to publish it with fanfare, later on.

I like all the finalists, which they did leave up on the site.

"Carpenter Gothic" is one of my favorite architectural styles, below. We have one in our town, that has even been published, but unfortunately is not being kept up. This cute finalist was described as being in New York's Adriondack Mountains. So adorable, and with the perfect accessory, an American flag:

This darling cottage is in the Pennsylvania woods:

This charmer is in Ohio:

Love a bungalow with a wide, welcoming porch. This one's in Kentucky:

This one was described as a 1912 California coastal cottage. Love the timeless appeal of a white picket fence.

They are so sweet. I can only imagine what the winner looks like. The other finalists can be seen on the "Cottages and Bungalows" online site.

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spiderw — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:08:50 GMT

All of the cottages have appeal. I do favor the California coastal and Pennsylvania cottages, so pretty and the grounds lovely. These are perfect getaway places, relaxing and calm, quiet and peaceful.

I spent many summers at a lake/mountain area and the bungalows and cottages were scattered throughout and so charming. The log cabins stood out for me because I was from the city and they were unique at the time. I look forward to seeing the winner of this contest!!!

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kaydee50 — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:10:41 GMT

Kentucky and California.

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We rescue cats — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:14:02 GMT

They are all beautiful, can't imagine picking one. If I had to do so it would be the Carpenter gothic. . . just lovely.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:19:40 GMT

I'd love to see some hanging baskets of ferns on the wide porch of the Kentucky bungalow.

Overall, I think these houses are very ordinary.

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Spacrazy — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:32:05 GMT

Carpenter Gothic adorable!

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Catiele — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:46:48 GMT

Pennsylvania woods is my favorite. I live in the woods.

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Janey2 — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:59:46 GMT

Although they are all nice, I see nothing special about them.

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ECBG — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 18:15:47 GMT

LOVE the Carpenter Gothic. I have a big picture book on them.

I looked at this one in Pennsylvania and immediately "saw" children rolling down that hill!

The yellow house is SO happy!!!

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OKPrincess — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:58:54 GMT

I love the cottage in the Pennsylvania woods.

Do you think this is taken from the back of the property?

I could live there. Beautiful !!

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LavernLuvsShoes — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:59:09 GMT

I'm loving "Kentucky" and its wide, welcoming porch! ♥

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wilma — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 20:03:45 GMT

I like the Pennsylvania house in the woods best. I live in a suburb in a medium sized city, but I wouldn't mind living in a more wooded area.

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DSD2 — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 20:09:32 GMT

They are all lovely @Oznell but the Kentucky bungalow is my clear favorite.

The many large windows will fill the house with sunshine. The house seems set back enough to afford a bit of privacy when enjoying the porch on a beautiful spring day.

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JudyL — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 21:39:33 GMT

My favorite is the last one, the California cottage with the white picket fence.

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azgal — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 22:03:15 GMT

They are all lovely but my favorite is the Pennsylvania woods. Love the setting and all the windows.

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LizzieInSRQ — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 22:15:23 GMT

I adore the color of the Ohio home and punches of pink whimsy. The Carpentry Gothic is amazing; i want to see inside!

Those who think these homes are nothing special must be spoiled by their community's treasures.

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Oznell — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 01:27:46 GMT

@OKPrincess , I don't know for sure, but I had the same thought that you had, that it might be the back of the house, since there's no visible walk, and with the yard rolling away the way it does...

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Sooner — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 01:39:11 GMT

I guess it is odd but none of them are a place that would appeal to me.

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Puzzle Piece — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 21:08:16 GMT

Oznell do you ever find photos of Aouthwest style homes or interiors of Southwest homes/properties?

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Oznell — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 21:15:28 GMT

@Puzzle Piece , I do love a lot of Southwest houses and design style, especially given my early connections to Arizona. A fair number of the ones I see now, online, are very "starkly modern", and not as appealing to me as the 'old school' Southwestern look. I also love a related style, Spanish Revival, which a lot of the early movie stars in California glommed onto. I should keep my eye open for some southwest styles to post...