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Question by pallison123: Anyone know roughly the cost of renovating a 30 room, 10 bath, three story Victorian in Alameda, California? It is a wood frame house, that was renovated in the late 40s into 10 small apartments. It needs interior, exterior paint, modernized baths and kithens… Best answer: Answer by zeltar01,000 for each bathroom, another ,000 for each kitchen, plus another ,000 for each of the other rooms. That’s my guess. Let us know how it goes. Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments! John Atkinson Grimshaw 1836-1893 • British Under the Leafless Trees Signed “Atkinson Grimshaw 1880″ (lower right) Oil on canvas Canvas: 33″ high x 48″ wide I considered myself the inventor of nocturnes until I saw Grimmy’s moonlight... 

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Question by sophia ratcliffe: anyone know a website for materials and pictures of victorian houses? does anyone know a website which explains the materials and shows pictures used in victorian houses? thank you Best answer: Answer by daveA site you will want to see- http://users.rcn.com/scndempr/dave/school.html Victorian Houses A Guide To The Major Architectural Styles ——————————————————————————– Victorian America had fashions in house design, exactly as we have fashions in clothing or hair style — except that well-to-do Victorians took the design of their homes far more seriously than we take our hair. The Victorians were highly... 

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Question by karl fords: I am doing a painting and need to know london buildings that were around during the victorian/ industrial r? I am doing a painting and need to know famous London buildings that were around during the victorian/ industrial revolution time big ben, st pauls cathedral etc Best answer: Answer by aboukir200The current Houses of Parliament have been around since the early 1800′s. Westminster Abbey is nearby (along with Westminster School), St. Paul’s since the late 1600′s; the Tower of London. You probably need to choose an area (the Tower and Parliament are several miles from each other). There are any number of woodcuts, engravings, paintings, and even photos from the period. Google “images” might have some. Good luck! Give your answer... 

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Question by Miss America: Any one know of any good online shops to get decent priced Victorian furniture? I love the Victorian claw-footed tables, chairs and sofas etc, but I’m limited to where I can actually go and buy them. Every store around here has nothing but overstuffed, countrified-looking furniture made of cheap press board. I’ve searched online but what I have found are so very pricey! Anyone know of any good, reputable online stores or even big name shops? I wouldn’t mind paying extra or traveling a hundred miles for excellent quality, but I’ve seen some items priced near to ,000! Best answer: Answer by yellowcabbieMaybe something here? http://www.homelement.com Good luck! Add your own answer in the comments! www.newel.com – Newel.com:... 

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Front Porch Designs – Know Your Porch’s Purpose Front porch designs are usually modeled after a home’s architecture – such as country, contemporary, or perhaps a Victorian style. The style of a porch should fit the architectural style of the home as much as possible. Otherwise, it will look out-of-place and not give you the curb appeal you need. But just as important, when deciding the style of porch you want, consider  and plan for its true purpose.  How will your porch be used? Many builders give little consideration to the porch although that is changing across the country. Many of us are opting for a porch that is both appealing and functional. The stoop just doesn’t do it. So begin by determining what you will mostly be doing on your porch. Whether building... 

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Much like the history of art, the history of interior design has had numerous styles, movements and the political and social developments that have informed or challenged its evolution. Encyclopedias define interior design as: planning and design of man made spaces, a part of environmental designs and closely related to architecture. Although the desire to create a pleasant environment is as old as civilization itself the field of interior design is relatively new, this seems on target for most home designs. Since at least the middle of the 20th century, the term interior decorator has been so loosely applied as to be nearly meaningless. Meaningless? Maybe since the word eclectic has become a household word. Interior designers use their education, creativeness, and experience to help plan... 

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I need to give a quote on this job and do not know how much to charge,as this is my first time doing this for pay, thanks How much per hour? Thanks.  Read More →

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we are trying to sell our home right now and are looking for another home! we love Victorian, old timey style homes! Can u help me out? i have already tried www.homes.com and www.forsalebyowner.com!  Read More →

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Orange County, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach Area… I reside in New York State. I am an Art Teacher and work at the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center in Niagara Falls, NY. I would be traveling with a friend to Orange County. My friend is a Sociology Professor in Niagara Falls, NY. We both reside in New York State and have been to Orange County, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach area a number of times. My sister and her husband live in Aliso Viejo and have resided there for about eight years or so. I thought I should mention that I do not house sit for a profession, but I would be seeking to house sit because of this particular situation. I have a very dear brother in-law who lives in Orange County and has been battling Melanoma for over five years. Unfortunately, he has taken a turn for... 

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