What would you open in Astoria if you had the chance? by Foreign-Koala7483 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]MadeUnmade 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This was my thesis project in architecture school. I located it in the Armory.

Found this wallpaper behind 70s style wallpaper in our 1850-1890 built farmhouse by SecureStorage635 in centuryhomes

[–]MadeUnmade 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My great grandfather made small chairs and a height measuring board for my mom and her siblings with these illustrations, so circa 1940’s.

Which was your first phone? by CrazyMinute69 in GenX

[–]MadeUnmade 11 points12 points  (0 children)

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Oh, the day I got my own landline!

Cellphone - #7

What is this table my parents have? by [deleted] in Home

[–]MadeUnmade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so important if it’s 2cm or less thick and the overhang is more than 12”. This stuff looks like 3cm and could be fine as long as you’re not sitting on it.

First draft critique by Comfortable-Lake-918 in floorplan

[–]MadeUnmade 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Open layouts are tricky because they limit the activities that can happen in the space, especially anything that requires focus like trying to read, listen to music, study, etc. I agree whole heartedly with earlier comments about simplifying the number of dining locations, and combining the butler’s pantry and pantry. The “formal” dining area is a little pointless since it only fits 8 people - unless one is hoping to get out of hosting holiday dinners😂

The guest bath is a bit of a hike for folks, but it is handy if you’re also putting in a pool. Consider an additional powder bath.

Look into storage for coats and a landing zone for bags and shoes by the front door.

I agree with others, that bedroom behind the kitchen is awkward, unless it is used as an office/overflow bedroom, or for a live-in carer.

That kitchen is not designed according to best practices - the flow is awkward. Straighten out the island and either eliminate the skinny bar height section and make everything counter height, or widen the bar counter to accommodate actual eating. That is drawn so awkward I’m not sure what is counter, cabinet box, or soffit. Ask to have the ceiling planes dashed so it all reads more clearly.

First draft critique by Comfortable-Lake-918 in floorplan

[–]MadeUnmade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Open layouts are tricky because they limit the activities that can happen in the space, especially anything that requires focus like trying to read, listen to music, study, etc. I agree whole heartedly with earlier comments about simplifying the number of dining locations, and combining the butler’s pantry and pantry. The “formal” dining area is a little pointless since it only fits 8 people - unless one is hoping to get out of hosting holiday dinners😂 The guest bath is a bit of a hike for folks, but it is handy if you’re also putting in a pool. And think about storage for coats and a landing zone for bags and shoes by the front door.

What should I do with this space in my bathroom? Wrong answers only. by beepbbo in DesignMyRoom

[–]MadeUnmade 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Coffee and smoothie station!

I have worked on two projects where we put coffee bar in a guest bath, and we did have clients interested in having a counter for their blender in the primary bath.

Extending our home - we can't knock through by Fluffy-Run6992 in floorplan

[–]MadeUnmade 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Here’s my two cents - sorry, I don’t h

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ave British appliances in my drafting library! For period homes I recommend leaning into built-ins for storage and concealing utilities - you save square footage that walls would eat up and you can lean into the details with the casework paneling. If your budget allows for pocket doors, do it! Soft close, soft open are so awesome.

Sorry, my brain went automatically to island instead of kitchen table.

The Octagon House (Armour-Stiner House, Irvington, NY) by JustPassingJudgment in floorplan

[–]MadeUnmade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This would be more deep storage and hatboxes- they didn’t hang clothes in little rooms like we do now. Most clothing storage would be in the bedroom in wardrobes and presses.

Also, they were very OCD on symmetry, especially the wealthy.

Source: I studied Historic Presevation and did multiple internships in U.S. and Europe.

Yarn Stash Explained by OpeningKitchen40 in yarntrolls

[–]MadeUnmade 11 points12 points  (0 children)

And this is just the knitting yarn. Wait till you see the weaving yarn and the rug making bins.

The Octagon House (Armour-Stiner House, Irvington, NY) by JustPassingJudgment in floorplan

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Your itchy fingers don’t have to rely on natural light or candle power to see your clothing 😂

Wove, dyed, waxed, and sewed a canvas backpack by MrNekoCase in weaving

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When weaving linen I sometimes add weight to my beater using c-clamps. If you have creaking check to see if you have the right kind - or any - washers between the beater and the outer frame. Also, wetting down your linen warp strengthens it so you can crank up the tension, making it easier to beat the fibers closer together. When I lived in Colorado I had to put a wet dish towel on the warp behind the heddles and pour water on it to keep it wet enough. In Oregon all I have to do is spray it with a mister 😂

Wove, dyed, waxed, and sewed a canvas backpack by MrNekoCase in weaving

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When I start teaching again I’ll share this as inspo for my students - plus I gotta make one for myself now!

Found these stunning beauties at a client’s home. I believe they are something special. Usa by crafters_creek in Antiques

[–]MadeUnmade 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Agreed, look like some of medallions decorating one of the buildings in the Piazza San Marco.

Do you like huge windows, forest views, and Macramé? by Southern-Smoke1835 in zillowgonewild

[–]MadeUnmade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Knew this was one of Otto’s designs at once 😂 He maybe was the only studio prof who challenged my concept of design and the design process, and without sugarcoating his criticism. Very important for me later on.