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Recent Examples of saltbox
With offices in California and Massachusetts, Katie Martinez Design works on a wide range of residential and commercial projects, from renovating a 1740 saltbox farmhouse to crafting a modern Napa Valley winery.
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Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
Baron’s Cove, located at the center of it all, is a gorgeous saltbox cottage designed by Colleen Bashaw that underwent a full renovation in 2015.
—Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
John Farrell, Coldwell Banker Realty, (978) 578-5203. Roxbury, Connecticut
This four-bedroom modern saltbox was built in 2021 from handmade waterstruck brick.
—The Week Staff, theweek, 16 July 2024
My family lives in the white clapboard saltbox at 335 River Road in Carlisle, Massachusetts, the one-time home of Thaddeus Blood, who was born—most likely in our family room—on May 28, 1755.
—John Kaag, TIME, 19 Apr. 2024
Canaan, New York Courtesy image The Donnelly House, a pre-Revolutionary two-bedroom saltbox, stands on a hilltop plateau with panoramic views of the Berkshire Mountains.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 19 Aug. 2023
Over several years and a two-part renovation, Lisa transformed the vintage saltbox without stripping its alpine feel.
—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
With age comes both beauty and history; guests can visit historical landmarks like the Hoxie House Museum, a home built around 1675 that is likely the oldest saltbox home on Cape Cod.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2023
Modern adaptions of the style include renovations of historic saltbox homes, contemporary additions to existing structures, and new builds in the saltbox style.
—Elizabeth Sweet, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2023
Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025
Baron’s Cove, located at the center of it all, is a gorgeous saltbox cottage designed by Colleen Bashaw that underwent a full renovation in 2015.
—Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
John Farrell, Coldwell Banker Realty, (978) 578-5203. Roxbury, Connecticut
This four-bedroom modern saltbox was built in 2021 from handmade waterstruck brick.
—The Week Staff, theweek, 16 July 2024
My family lives in the white clapboard saltbox at 335 River Road in Carlisle, Massachusetts, the one-time home of Thaddeus Blood, who was born—most likely in our family room—on May 28, 1755.
—John Kaag, TIME, 19 Apr. 2024
Canaan, New York Courtesy image The Donnelly House, a pre-Revolutionary two-bedroom saltbox, stands on a hilltop plateau with panoramic views of the Berkshire Mountains.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 19 Aug. 2023
Over several years and a two-part renovation, Lisa transformed the vintage saltbox without stripping its alpine feel.
—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
With age comes both beauty and history; guests can visit historical landmarks like the Hoxie House Museum, a home built around 1675 that is likely the oldest saltbox home on Cape Cod.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2023
Modern adaptions of the style include renovations of historic saltbox homes, contemporary additions to existing structures, and new builds in the saltbox style.
—Elizabeth Sweet, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saltbox
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My cottage, named Lower MerMansion, sits toward the end of the pier and looks out to the east and west.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
18 May 2025
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In addition to the property's main mansion, there are several ballrooms, cottages, a tennis court and other amenities on site.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Photo : Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty A farmhouse sink for filling vases is tucked into the one corner.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
15 May 2025
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In partnership with Loloi Rugs, the brand is bringing Joanna Gaines' classic farmhouse style straight to your own home.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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Now, with the Urban League leading the way, there’s a new plan for that parcel and for the 19.4 acres north and west of it: 469 residential units for low- and middle-income families, most for rent, with 114 townhomes for sale.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
23 May 2025
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Mooresville approved a rezoning late Monday for a national homebuilder’s planned 78 townhomes near Lake Norman.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2025
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The name of the town near the ranch, Teuchitlán, has become a rallying cry for justice and shorthand for distrust in the government.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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The ranch has cabins, glamping tents on platforms overlooking the river, and 10 primitive tent sites that either offer mountain views or river access.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
23 May 2025
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His duplex shows a cultured side: Persian rugs, two statues of green, shin-high Vietnamese Foo dogs, framed lithographs of sailboats, watercolors of street scenes in Italy, a shelf of books on art, a rack of records of Mozart and Vivaldi.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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That bill would have modified existing housing laws designed to encourage duplexes on parcels of land zoned for single family housing, with the goal of streamlining the development process.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 May 2025
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Lodging options include guest rooms in the main inn or bungalows, complete with a cocktail bar for guests to make their own summer aperitifs.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
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The entrepreneurial couple now rents their home, along with a pink California bungalow and a bungalow in Palm Springs, for celebrity photo shoots and music videos.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2025
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The bill before lawmakers this legislative session allows for additional state aid for districts affected by homestead exemption increases.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 May 2025
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Best of all, the homestead comes with its own dedicated guide, tracker and vehicle, and a host and chef, all ready to fulfill your loftiest aspirations each day by orchestrating unforgettable encounters, meals, and moments that speak to every member of the family.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
AFAR Media,
16 May 2025
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Back in 2007, Angie Thornbury doled out $2.8 million for an unremarkable 1960s ranch house perched in the coveted Bird Streets enclave of Los Angeles.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
21 Apr. 2025
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This one would have been a fine location for a ranch house.—
Vahaken Mouradian,
National Review,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Saltbox.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saltbox. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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