Look who is in the New York Times today — it’s a story all about intrepid Retro Renovators. Yes, a story on the front page of the Thursday Home & Garden section all about the blog also quoting Cindy, Stephan and Helen (pictured in my montage, right) as well as Judi, Jason — and yes, Chippy of World of Tile, too. My gosh. Thanks to EVERYONE on the blog who helps make this the wonderful community it is! xoxo I have to run out the door to buy some copies of the paper from Loeb’s right now. Meanwhile — check The New York Times story, “Restoring the Retro House”, out online!
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Lauryn says
Yay, Pam!! Great article, really captures the enthusiasm (and knowledge) you pass on to all of us (thank you!). And being in the NY Times means maybe more people will rethink the gutting and destruction of all of the vintage beauty out there. Big Congrats to you.
pam kueber says
Thank you, Lauryn — yes, it’s exciting to think that even more people will become aware that postwar construction is very often, worth saving!
earlysnowdrop says
Congratulations on the NYT article.
pam kueber says
Thank you, early!
JKaye says
I think Steven Kurutz really understood what retrorenovation-com-staging.enwf9w61-liquidwebsites.com is all about. It’s a very upbeat, engaging story. I’m so happy for Pam, and the rest of us too!
pam kueber says
Yup, JKaye, I think you are right — I think he did! Tons of boatloads of credit to the readers who took time to speak with him…. to the readers who send in photos and tips… and to the readers who leave so many comments. That’s what Community is all about — and that’s the reason this story came about, I think. xoxo
Nancy EC says
You go, Pam! Great story. You deserve the coverage and recognition!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Nancy!
Gavin Hastings says
The story makes me very happy for you and the RetroRenovation community.
Sincere congratulations and a thank you for all your hard work.
JKaye says
Gavin, your classy comment makes me think of the post on your beautiful living room. Isn’t it about time for you and Pam to collaborate on a post about another room in your home?
pam kueber says
Thank you, Gavin! Yes, as Judi says, we need to do more together. I have some ideas, but I’m hosed right now. After back to school…
Ann-Marie Meyers says
My daughter, Satellite Sal says, “Hot damn, Pam!”
pam kueber says
Well, to gal pal Sal — you are a doll! 🙂
Kate H says
Yea Pam! Yea RR! Maybe the article will help designers trend away from the greige and toward the butter yellow, the tomato red, the fabolicious aqua, the seafoam green.
pam kueber says
RESIST THE GREIGE NATION. 🙂 Thanks, Kate!
dan aronstein says
great article!
reminds me of home. ( igrew up in LI, NY in the 1950’s-60’s.
dark tiles, a navy blue sink in the kitchen and an upstairs bathroom.
BTW:
i have a real 1950’s herman miller rare 8ft ebony bench for sale at EBAY!
in NYC.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Herman-Miller-bench-8-ft-George-Nelson-/250874804253?pt=Antiques_Furniture&hash=item3a694db81d
pam kueber says
Thank you, and welcome, Dan. Pritty bench.
Elizabeth walls says
A great article in the Times today! As a realtor, I often show & list homes with mid century features. Your web site is an inspiration for those homeowners who are not entirely convinced that they want a pink & blue tile bathroom(!) as well a valuable resource for fans!
pam kueber says
Yay, Elizabeth! Yes — realtors are really on the front lines of this effort. It is SO great to see so many helping potential homeowners see the value in not just fancy midcentury moderns — but the millions of midcentury modest homes out there, too. That original tile was often done with great craftsmanship. Homes with quality, original features will only grow in value, I think! Thank you for spreading the word! Keep in touch – let me know if you get the listings for any great time capsules, we LOVE to show those — so inspirational!
Mary-Ellen Marx says
Congratulations on the NY Times article. It’s how I found out about your wonderful website. It’s great!
pam kueber says
Thank you, and welcome, Mary-Ellen! We do have some fun here!