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For 50 years Old House Journal has been the preeminent resource for those passionate about restoring and reviving historical homes. Enjoy Old House Journal content, from the original restoration magazine, now through Fine Homebuilding.

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August 6, 2025 Maine Addition

Elegant in its simplicity, the kitchen occupies an addition to a 1760s Cape.

  • August 5, 2025 Regarding Porch Details

    With the many water-resistant materials available today, some of the basic “best practice” construction details are ignored.

  • August 5, 2025 Best Bath for a Flapper Girl

    This bathroom offers a glimpse into the more glamorous past of an old house.

  • Brookside Evolved

    A Colonial-era house expanded in the 1830s was restored by the removal of boxy 20th-century add-ons while the old dairy barn became a complementary living space.

  • Tiled with Personality

    Handmade architectural tile has unmistakable characteristics that can't be captured by manufactured tile.

  • Mastery of Restraint

    A charming dwelling, one of three row houses built in 1790, is brought back to light and life.

  • On a Victorian High

    Inspired by their penchant for touring 19th-century house museums, a couple went looking for a spectacular mansion.

  • Preservation and Renewal for a Classic

    The architecture and period details are intact in this 1912 house gently reconfigured for family living today.

  • With Swedish Arts & Crafts Precedent

    The spirit of Swedish artists Carl and Karin Larsson comes through in a colorful, light-filled new kitchen.

  • Natural Simplicity

    A few elements of design, deftly handled, brought a Mid-century glass house back to its better self.

  • A Grand Rescue on the Coast

    This 1892 Queen Anne house, never remodeled but long neglected, gets upgrades from new foundation drainage to picture rails reinstalled.

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  • Old House Air-Sealing Basics

    Look high and low to find and plug air leaks that cost you money and comfort.

  • From Victorian to Mid-Century Modern: How Unico Fits Any Older Home

    You shouldn't have to compromise the architectural aesthetics of your home for a high-quality HVAC system.

  • Designing the Perfect Garden Gate

    The gate may be decorative or provide privacy and security. Whether in wood or metal, it should complement the house.

  • Vintage Sash Windows Get an Energy-Efficient Upgrade

    Low-e storm panels improve the energy efficiency of these old sash windows without changing their classic look.

  • Mortar for Old Masonry

    Old masonry may look tough, but the wrong mortar can destroy it—here's how to choose the right mix for lasting repairs.

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