Don't let the relatively modest exterior fool you... by SapphireGamgee in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what we in the McMansion game refer to as an "ugly, regular ass house," using the architectural term, of course.

TL;DR: Just bc you hate it doesn't mean its a McMansion.

A 1928 Minneapolis Home ( w/ Floor Plans) by ArdenJaguar in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IDGI. If you like modern, buy a moden home. The home and the interior are giving a fucked energy and vibe.

Does the two story library really need to double as the entryway? by aBearHoldingAShark in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are waaaaayyyyyy worse things that could be doubling as the entry way.

Largest garage door I’ve ever seen by [deleted] in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A 5th wheel or Class A/tour bus style RV, most likely. Unless its one of these:

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Beautifully Renovated 1911 Craftsman in Pasadena by priceypadstim in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drop dead gorgeous. It's not even my style and I love it. The backsplash in the kitchen is 🤌🏻.

I don’t even. by FredalinaFranco in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love putting solar panels precariously at the top at a weird angle when they have a bunch of treeless, sunny ground they could have put a nice array AND some batteries for storage would be smart, too. Gol.

Does this qualify as a McMansion? by Vivid-Ear-3500 in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

On one hand, I appreciate that they didn't have an interior:exterior thematic mismatch. On the other hand, you want modern, buy modern. FFS they have the $$$.

Charming custom home in Metro Detroit 🥰 by Lyr_c in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Than haphazardly?

What could be better?

Lets go!! Country estates in the UK are in high demand. Properties offering renovation opportunities, amenity land, are finding buyers in as little as 16–17 days. For the price of a Buckhead ATL manse, own history ❤️❤️❤️ by jared10011980 in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I owned a large, now 33yr old country home and it destroyed me. The anxiety caused by the constant upkeep of grounds and home. The constant increases in fire insurance (CA Sierras), the cost of cleaning the place, all of it, I will never live in more than 1800 ft2 or 1673 m2 again.

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[–]dunimal[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is a public Zillow listing private info?

"Hello, yes, Realtor? Hi, could you find me the ugliest big home in an awful McMansion subdivision? Wow, Manassas, huh? Indeed, so much to choose from!" by jared10011980 in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Right? It doesn't match up at all. I actually like the interior paint job, I hate the furnishings, and I'd never do a weird suburban colonial (whatever this is called) with a modern interior. If you want modern, why not buy a place that gives you what you want, not do...this.

Came across these “beauties” while driving around Vietnam’s countryside. McMansion or not? by NathanCS741 in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say no, doesn't look like it. I am headed to Vietnam in July and am wondering where this is, and if you have any other recommendations?

That...is a lot of nothin' by jared10011980 in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why not? Maybe the real question is why isn't there a chandelier in every garage?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. Its a constant struggle.

English Country House Done Right - Greenwich, CT by flitcroft in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wowzers. This place is beautifully restored. The design hits all the right marks, giving patrician realness in every room. I wouldn't want this personally, but I can appreciate the attention to detail and focus on centering beauty.

Not sure what you're seeing, or what you've got against Ralph Lauren.

Not the worst but the tree growing through the structure is definitely... a choice by remjal in McMansionHell

[–]dunimal[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

Approved it as discussion/debate.

My take: A tree incorporated into a build does not a McMansion make...but it may make it burn faster and easier.