Housing the 'talented tenth.' (Dempsey Travis)

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Travis is building 52 town houses in Chatham, a black neighborhood in Chicago, IL. The developer hopes that the upscale housing will keep successful blacks in the neighborhood. He believes that their presence would be an inspiration to young black people.

Planning, African Americans, Housing developers, Travis, Dempsey

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Barn-again housing

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A barn converted into a country home reflects rural architectural styles. Various architectural artifacts collected by the owners are featured, such as a white pressed-tin ceiling from a hotel. The country retreat is being sold for $375,000.

Design and construction, Remodeling and renovation, Country homes, Barns

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Nineties style

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Hard economic times are leading many buyers of custom-built houses to opt for more simple and less expensive designs. Even buyers with secure jobs and good incomes are choosing to budget rather than to spend on extravagant features.

Purchasing, Economic aspects, Housing development, Architect-designed houses

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