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!
Reader Interactions
109 comments
Maggie says
I’m new to your site and have been wowed for weeks! So glad you’re getting this attention. Keep it up!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Maggie, and welcome!!!
Jane / MulchMaid says
You so deserve this great article, Pam! Congrats!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Jane!
kathy hora says
We moved from an old old house – built before electricity etc, to our 60’s cape cod and having grown up in an old old farmhouse, the 60’s were not my favorite years..but I have grown to love our little cape – and your blog has helped immensly! I grew up in the 60’s – the 4th of 5 girls, it’s not that i don’t think it was an awesome time in my life and our country’s history, I just did not appreciate it as much as I do now – and a lot of that is because of your great RR blog. thanks for opening up my eyes!
Congratulations on a great article!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Kathy — and glad you’re lovin’ the house you’re in!!! I think 60s Cape Cods are — about perfect!
TappanTrailerTami says
Pam, Congratulations! Excellent article, and really captures the essence of RR. One of my favorite things about RR is the “escape” factor. Living in the Bay Area, we are bombarded with not-so-good-news constantly, in print, online, tv, and radio. Not only is RR a great resource for all things vintage and an excellent community, it is the BEST feel good way to escape the serious troubles of the day, and I am ever thankful for that!
Thanks for the all the fun here, great ideas, wonderful blog posts, and happiness!
Tami
pam kueber says
Thank you, Tami. Yes, I try to keep it focused on the upbeat. To be sure, there’s lots wrong with the world today that we can continue to work on. But within the four walls of our homes — beauty, peace and “enough”, perhaps?
jennifer Kepesh says
Oh, my stars! Opened up my virtual New York Times, and there was RetroRenovation in all its glory! Congratulations!
pam kueber says
Yup. OMStars! Thank you, jennifer!
Hayley Kenney says
Congrats Pam!! Great article!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Hayley!
Kathy says
Wonderful article for a wonderful blog!!
pam kueber says
Thank you, Kathy!
Lorraine says
Thrilled to learn of your site through The NY Times. The timing couldn’t be better: For 20 years I’ve struggled with my railroad kitchen–pretty much unchanged since 1950, with original, though heavily painted-over, post-war steel cabinets and double porcelain sink. I’ve never been able to come up with a reasonably-priced redesign that maximizes space while respecting the integrity of the original design. Just last week, it occurred to me: Why not keep the original stainless steel cabinets–or replace with something similar from the era? Then I saw the Times article. Can’t wait to explore your site–especially sections on stainless steel cabinetry and, hopefully, info on refurbishing them.
pam kueber says
Welcome, Lorraine, and good luck. As I just wrote in another response, note that is not a DIY site, but I do share some stories of readers and the various approaches that they have taken to refurbishing their vintage steel cabinets. BE AWARE: There may be lead in that old paint. Consult with a professional so that you take the proper environmental and safety precautions.
CindyD says
Terrific story, Pam, and so great to see so many faces to put to some of these names floating around this site! Congrats!
pam kueber says
Yes — so fantastic so many readers were able to be featured. You all have great stories!!!
Jill says
Hi, Pam…
Great profile in the Times. Even though I don’t share the 1950s love, I do love your site…and it inspired me to write about my own 1950s bathroom and what to do with it..
Just another Pam says
Great site and article, Jill!