Brussels carpet in the early American house

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Brussels carpet was a distinct feature of early American homes. The carpet, widely believed to have been invented in Brussels, Belgium in 1710, was the best-priced pile carpet in early America. Brussels carpet enhances house interiors with its dramatic patterns and almost invisible seams.

Equipment and supplies, Design and construction, Interior design, Rugs and carpets, Carpets

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A restoration in coastal Massachusetts

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The restoration of James Smith's house was an aesthetically-rewarding experience for Jim Lavardiere and his family. The original structure of the historic building was discovered. The writings of Sarah Smith Emery, a descendant of Smith, provided clues on the original look of the house.

Historic buildings, Homes and haunts, Smith, James (Irish-American lawyer)

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Solving the puzzle of a Virginia house

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A homeowner restored an 18th century, two story, country house in Virginia. Reconstruction of the interior such as rooms, mantels and other ornaments was done through the aid of photographs and interviews with former residents and neighbors.

18th century AD, Architecture, Domestic, Home design

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