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Renovation
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Frank Lloyd Wright's famed Fallingwater has a problem - with falling water

Fallingwater's restoration costs rise drastically, reaching $7 million, highlighting preservation challenges for this iconic structure.
Renovation
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Philip Johnson's Wolfhouse: A Mid-Century Masterpiece Blending Modernity and Heritage | stupidDOPE

Philip Johnson's Wolfhouse exemplifies his mid-century modern design philosophy, blending elegance with functional living, recently restored while preserving its historical integrity.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Phoenix House / HGA.Studio

Phoenix House symbolizes personal renewal through its restoration, marrying sustainable design with community connection.
The architectural approach incorporated salvaged materials, promoting sustainability and creativity.
Renovation
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Historic mansion was left 'literally gutted' after unlawful work

The Rookery, a Grade II-listed mansion, will be restored after prior unlawful modifications, allowing it to regain its historical features and function.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 weeks ago

From a First Look at the Reimagined Waldorf Astoria New York to the Return of Seven Iconic Chairs, These Are AD's Discoveries of the Month

Waldorf Astoria New York will reopen after a significant restoration, reducing hotel rooms while enhancing luxury and preserving historic elements.
Renovation
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Frank Lloyd Wright's famed Fallingwater has a problem - with falling water

Fallingwater's restoration costs rise drastically, reaching $7 million, highlighting preservation challenges for this iconic structure.
Renovation
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Philip Johnson's Wolfhouse: A Mid-Century Masterpiece Blending Modernity and Heritage | stupidDOPE

Philip Johnson's Wolfhouse exemplifies his mid-century modern design philosophy, blending elegance with functional living, recently restored while preserving its historical integrity.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Phoenix House / HGA.Studio

Phoenix House symbolizes personal renewal through its restoration, marrying sustainable design with community connection.
The architectural approach incorporated salvaged materials, promoting sustainability and creativity.
Renovation
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Historic mansion was left 'literally gutted' after unlawful work

The Rookery, a Grade II-listed mansion, will be restored after prior unlawful modifications, allowing it to regain its historical features and function.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
3 weeks ago

From a First Look at the Reimagined Waldorf Astoria New York to the Return of Seven Iconic Chairs, These Are AD's Discoveries of the Month

Waldorf Astoria New York will reopen after a significant restoration, reducing hotel rooms while enhancing luxury and preserving historic elements.
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
2 days ago

'Eyesore' Chingford cinema's redevelopment expected to start 'later this year'

The empty premises have been described as being in a "poor state of disrepair and an eyesore in the local area," necessitating the restoration for community benefit.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Seddulbahir Fortress / KOOP Architects + AOMTD

The Seddülbahir Fortress, built in the mid-17th century, protected the Dardanelles and survived significant historical events until its restoration began in 1997.
Germany news
#heritage
#art
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A 600-Year-Old Masterpiece Gets Some Much-Needed Love

A group of doctors initiated the restoration of a significant, overlooked fresco by Fra Angelico in a secluded convent.
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A 600-Year-Old Masterpiece Gets Some Much-Needed Love

A group of doctors initiated the restoration of a significant, overlooked fresco by Fra Angelico in a secluded convent.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Volkswagen Restores "Azul," the Survivor Bus That Stood Tall Amid the Palisades Fire | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The restoration of Azul, a 1977 T2 Bus, symbolizes hope and resilience after the Malibu wildfires, reminding us of community strength.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Idyllic home on remote Scottish island open to visitors again after 9 years

The National Trust for Scotland's extensive restoration of Canna House reflects a commitment to preserving Gaelic culture and providing a welcoming experience for visitors.
Canada news
#fire-incident
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Renovation

Here is what St. Anne's Anglican Church looks like one year after the devastating fire | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Renovation

Here is what St. Anne's Anglican Church looks like one year after the devastating fire | CBC News

#brooklyn
NYC music
fromUntapped New York
2 weeks ago

Go Inside Brooklyn's Restored Arch at Grand Army Plaza

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch's restoration blends modern technology with historical accuracy, opening access for public exploration.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Iconic Brooklyn Monument is Restored After $8.9M Makeover

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has been restored with $8.9 million funding, enhancing its historical significance and visual appeal.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Grand Army Plaza Arch undergoes multimillion dollar restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has undergone its first significant restoration in almost 50 years, funded by the mayor.
Brooklyn
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza Arch Reopens After $8.9M Restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has reopened after a two-year restoration, revitalizing a historic Brooklyn landmark for community use.
NYC music
fromUntapped New York
2 weeks ago

Go Inside Brooklyn's Restored Arch at Grand Army Plaza

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch's restoration blends modern technology with historical accuracy, opening access for public exploration.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

Iconic Brooklyn Monument is Restored After $8.9M Makeover

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has been restored with $8.9 million funding, enhancing its historical significance and visual appeal.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Grand Army Plaza Arch undergoes multimillion dollar restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has undergone its first significant restoration in almost 50 years, funded by the mayor.
Brooklyn
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza Arch Reopens After $8.9M Restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has reopened after a two-year restoration, revitalizing a historic Brooklyn landmark for community use.
#public-art
London
fromianVisits
3 months ago

London's public art: Finding the leaning lady of Hammersmith

Leaning Woman sculpture reflects post-war art efforts but suffers from visibility issues and deterioration.
NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn celebrates the ribbon-cutting of newly-restored Grand Army Plaza Arch

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has undergone its first serious restoration in 50 years, enhancing its historic significance.
#cultural-heritage
Renovation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

We cleared rubble with our bare hands': Iraqis rejoice as shattered Mosul rises from the ruins

The restoration of Mosul's cultural heritage marks a hopeful return for displaced families like Sara's.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Hagia Sophia's Dome Undergoes Restoration to Withstand Earthquakes - Medievalists.net

Turkish authorities are restoring Hagia Sophia's dome to protect it from seismic risks, marking a crucial preservation effort for the historic structure.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French fundraiser offers chance to win piece of Notre-Dame

Fifty limestone cubes from Notre Dame's rubble will be given to donors, highlighting the need to preserve France's religious heritage.
Renovation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

We cleared rubble with our bare hands': Iraqis rejoice as shattered Mosul rises from the ruins

The restoration of Mosul's cultural heritage marks a hopeful return for displaced families like Sara's.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Hagia Sophia's Dome Undergoes Restoration to Withstand Earthquakes - Medievalists.net

Turkish authorities are restoring Hagia Sophia's dome to protect it from seismic risks, marking a crucial preservation effort for the historic structure.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French fundraiser offers chance to win piece of Notre-Dame

Fifty limestone cubes from Notre Dame's rubble will be given to donors, highlighting the need to preserve France's religious heritage.
#art-history
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A brush with Cezanne in Aix-en-Provence, France: a blockbuster retrospective comes to town

Aix-en-Provence is celebrating Paul Cezanne with major exhibitions and the reopening of his studio after years of neglect.
#interior-design
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

How to Save Original Details When Renovating an Old House

Renovate old houses while preserving original charm.
Repair and maintain historical details rather than replacing them.
Partial renovations allow for modern updates without losing integrity.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

How to Save Original Details When Renovating an Old House

Renovate old houses while preserving original charm.
Repair and maintain historical details rather than replacing them.
Partial renovations allow for modern updates without losing integrity.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
4 weeks ago

Queen Margherita's elevator restored

The restoration of Queen Margherita's electric elevator at the Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi revives its historical beauty, though not its original function.
History
fromFabiensanglard
1 month ago

Building my childhood dream PC

"In 1993, my mother managed to buy a PC for the household, sparking my and Aurelien's lifelong passion for technology and engineering careers."
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How the idea for a Trump Tower in Damascus was born

This project is our message that this country, which has suffered and whose people have been exhausted for many years... deserves to take a step towards peace.
Washington DC
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Is there life after extinction? Some Bay Area scientists and conservationists are trying to find out

"Just over 80 years ago, Xerces Blue Butterfly last flapped its wings over the Presidio, becoming the first butterfly on the continent known to go extinct as a result of human activity."
Science
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Victorian tiled railway maps restored at London's Victoria Station

The shimmering, ceramic-clad, entrance of the London Brighton and South Coast Railway matched the ambitious, Baroque revival South Eastern Railway side, with its heroic-scaled figurative sculpture.
London food
#land-rover
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

On 100th anniversary of 'The Gold Rush,' Cannes tips hat to Charlie Chaplin

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and covers critical issues across the political spectrum.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Watch the live restoration of Courbet's masterpiece at Musee d'Orsay

Musée d'Orsay's live restoration of Gustave Courbet's 'A Burial at Ornans' lets art lovers witness the meticulous process, aiming to restore its original vibrance by 2026.
Paris food
fromianVisits
1 year ago

Tickets Alert: Chatley Heath semaphore tower open weekend

Peeking just above the trees by the M25 on the edge of southwest London is a tall octagonal building built as part of Britain's defence.
London food
#real-estate
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Exclusive | Historic Connecticut home built by a Revolutionary War soldier with original details intact lists for $5.49M

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston real estate

One of New York's few active lighthouses - which is also a private residence - has listed for $1.49M

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Exclusive | Historic Connecticut home built by a Revolutionary War soldier with original details intact lists for $5.49M

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston real estate

One of New York's few active lighthouses - which is also a private residence - has listed for $1.49M

Barcelona
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Antoni Gaudi's Casa Batllo is reaping the rewards from its continual reinvention

Casa Batlló, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has seen visitor numbers and income soar due to extensive renovations and strategic management.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago

Villa d'Este's Grotto of Diana reopens to the public after 50 years

The Grotto of Diana at Villa d'Este reopens after restoration, reviving 16th-century artistry and architectural marvel.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A maverick': pope defies doctors' orders with another surprise public outing

‘The man in the wheelchair was Pope Francis, who had come by to thank Pineiro and her colleague, Michela Malfanti, for their work.’
Europe news
Independent films
fromKotaku
2 months ago

The Original 1977 Cut Of Star Wars Will Be Screened For The First Time In Over 46 Years

The original version of Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope is set to screen at a festival after decades of being hidden from the public.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Prospect Park Alliance Begins Restoration of Fire-Damaged Ravine

Prospect Park is undergoing a long-term restoration project for the woodland Ravine damaged by a fire, focusing on soil stabilization and biodiversity.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
3 months ago

This Basement Bedroom Went from Basic to a Cozy "Cocoon-Like" Sanctuary

Olivia Barry transformed her basement bedroom into a cozy sanctuary with warm colors and restored original flooring.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Brooklyn Parks Ward Off Invasive Plants, Erosion After Fires

"The recent and unprecedented wildfires critically damaged our city's essential park spaces, and this funding will help begin the necessary restoration."
NYC politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Shocking state of asbestos-ridden Houses of Parliament uncovered in new survey

The restoration of the Houses of Parliament is critically urgent due to fire hazards and asbestos, with billions needed and a lengthy timeline ahead.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Thatch to the future: how a landmark pub was brought back from the dead

Irish pubs foster a strong sense of community and personal connection, unlike bars abroad.
Gartlan's restoration preserves historical elements, emphasizing tradition and local culture.
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