From the monthly archives:

October 2008

Ranch Entryways Welcome Guests and Family

2,772 square foot Ranch House model in Shafter...

Image via Wikipedia Entryways have a lot to say about the homeowner.  For those that have a ranch, entryways say “Welcome, we’re glad you’re here.”  If the entryway to your ranch home isn’t so welcoming, there are ways to change it so it does. If your home is pleasing to the eye and leads guests [...]

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Bungalow Exterior Paint

Bungalow Exterior

Although the name “bungalow” comes from India, this style of house is an entirely American architectural style.  Bungalows are single-story houses with a low-pitched shingle roof.  They were popular during the 1910s and 1920s.  The bungalow exterior paint was earthy and muted in tone. Image via Wikipedia The bungalow had an unusual floor plan.  In [...]

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Brick Ranch Ideas

With the economic downturn in the housing market, many homeowners are choosing to remodel or renovate their existing homes rather than moving to a new home.  If your home is a brick ranch, ideas about remodeling may seem limited.  Here are some places you may be able to find ideas on how to update or [...]

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1960s Ranch Style Homes

wide shot of the house

photo credit: finna dat Despite the political upheaval of the era, the 1960s were considered to be a time of prosperity for many in the United States.  It was during this time that larger homes were being built and mankind began his race to the moon.  1960s ranch style homes continued to be popular throughout [...]

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Brick Ranch House

Houses

Ranch style houses are pretty similar in looks.  Their key elements include a single story, low roofline, simple floor plan, and attached garages.  They also may have had sliding glass doors that open onto a patio or courtyard, shuttered windows, and large overhanging eaves.  The brick ranch house was similar in look and style but [...]

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1950 Home Design

1950 Home Design

Architectural styles have changed dramatically over the years. Ranch style homes are included in the architectural style known as “Modern Architecture” even though this style began much earlier than the first ranch style houses were. 1950 home designs continued in the modern theme and expanded upon it thanks to architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, [...]

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Spend Less Revising 50s Kitchens

Ranch Kitchen Remodel

One problem that 1950s ranch style homeowners complain about is the size of the kitchen. Most of the 50s kitchens are small when compared to today’s appliances. That can cause problems when you’re drooling over a new 48” range or industrial size refrigerator. Before you begin making any plans for renovating your 50s kitchen, establish [...]

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