New build that looks old

Wondering whether it's possible to build a new house that has the character and charm of an old home? It is, and these 11 houses prove it.

If you have a generic, plain, and boring new home, you may want to add some character to it. Making a new house look old is one way to add interest and charm. You can even build a new home using elements that make it feel old. Here are a few ways to make a new house appear older. ResearchDo some research to figure out what period of time and what style you want your home to look like. Homes in different parts of the country have different architectural elements and styles. Try to pick…

When building our new house, I incorporated some features that satisfied my longing for an older home.

Wondering whether it's possible to build a new house that has the character and charm of an old home? It is, and these 11 houses prove it.

Brittany J. Smith▫️NewOldHouse on Instagram: "Approaching 5 years in our New “Old” home. I’m an old house lover. I grew up in them and there’s just nothing quite like the architecture and detail in old homes. My husband, Mark, was not so keen on the idea of renovating an older home. When we were teenagers (yes, way back then) we talked about our future home and it was him that came up with a New Old House concept. He said “how about one day I’ll build you a brand new home that looks old.”

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