Robie deconstruct
The paneling from the bedrooms has been removed… Revealing wallpaper pre 1917. A newspaper from that year was uncovered behind the panels. Love the large rose wallpaper… Very John Fowler.
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Uncovered at Robie House
Our 1830s house renovation starts with uncovering layers of Decoration and materials to reveal something beautiful.
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Provincetown
An impressive collection of well cared for homes… Natural materials and historically accurate maintenance. Halifax could learn much from the practices here.
Valdese Weavers
Our Vanguard tour of Hickory NC continues. One of their key suppliers is Valdese Weavers. They are a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of fabrics. Unlike others they die all their fibers/yarn on site. They have recently teamed with Michael Weiss introducing a new collection of modernist patterns. The size of their operation and
Hickory
Enjoying a tour of the Vanguard factory in Hickory NC. Impressed with the quality, attention to detail, and the technology driven process.