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Lesser builds houses which are designed with the style, architectural details and scale suitable to the historic environment of Newtown, PA. He also provides renovations of antique houses such as the historic Temperance House inn, a 1770s house which was previously destroyed by fire.

Author: Shanley, Audra
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1998
Methods, Residential construction, Services, House construction, Newtown, Pennsylvania, Lesser, Bruce T.

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Oak Square Plantation

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Oak Square, which was originally built in 1850, has been restored by architect William Douglas Lum, Jr., for his mother Martha Lum. The renovated building, which formerly consisted of only four guest rooms, has been converted into a 12-room bed and breakfast accommodation.

Author: Shanley, Audra
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1997
Design and construction, Dwellings, Home remodeling, Bed and breakfast accommodations

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China Grove Plantation

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The China Grove Plantation was restored by Marie and Dr. Rodney Nelson after they purchased it in 1978. Its history dates back to 1803 when a portion was built by its original owner Willis MacDonald. The house serves presently as a bed and breakfast accommodation.

Author: Shanley, Audra
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1997
Mississippi

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Subjects list: Buildings and facilities, Remodeling and renovation, Historic buildings
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