The 1830s farmhouse with 1950s additions was a shoo-in for a teardown. Then a pair of old-house buffs decided to revive its antique core and build a gracious, vintage-look home around it
To establish the feel of a 1920s upgrade, the O'Learys designed every room and passageway with details indicative of the period, from fixed shelving and glass-front cabinets to refined fixtures and retro tilework. In the laundry room's open shelves, curved brackets, painted wainscoting, and soapstone counter give it a time-honored look.
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