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We’re in the New York Times today!

pam kueber - Updated: August 18, 2021

Retro Renovation stopped publishing in 2021; these stories remain for historical information, as potential continued resources, and for archival purposes.

Restoring the Retro House in the New York Times Aug. 18 2011Look 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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  1. 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!

  3. 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

  5. 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…

  7. 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.

  9. 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!

  10. Mary-Ellen Marx says

    Congratulations on the NY Times article. It’s how I found out about your wonderful website. It’s great!