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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I grew up in a place where all of the houses date to the 1920s and earlier.  These houses have period details, e.g. foyers with sidelights; built-ins in the living areas and bedrooms; wonderful old hardwood floors; funny little rooms and nooks here and there.  They sit on 1/4 acre lots surrounded by mature trees and landscaping.

I could never consider living in a new, large home because it would feel cold and un-homey to me.  I want a yard that has been gardened for decades, and trees that soar over me.  I want plaster walls and interesting built-ins.  Yes, I know you can have e.g. built-ins and crown molding in new houses, but the feel of them is altogether different from the feel of a house built in 1920.

No thanks.[/quote]

strange.  Do you commute via horse and buggy?[/quote]

PP here.  I cited my reasons in response to OP's question.  Do you actually want to engage in conversation?  Because your post is the opposite of conversation.[/quote]

Not the PP, but I think you stated your case quite well. You have a preference. I live in a new home, but I could just as easily live and love a home that you describe. I can see the appeal. When I see an old house being renovated, I silently pray that they have the sense to restore it, not destroy it.

People here often confuse architectural detail with plumbing, electrical, etc. No one restoring an old home suggests keeping old wiring and plumbing. That's simply not practical.[/quote]

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