A cozy study or meeting room featuring a wooden table with a green vase holding a bouquet of pink flowers and greenery. The table is surrounded by chairs upholstered in a dark floral fabric. The walls are decorated with green leafy wallpaper and white wainscoting. Two large bulletin boards display various fabric swatches and papers. Built-in white bookshelves filled with books and decorative items flank a doorway leading to another room with red walls and a window. An orange pendant light hangs above the table.
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Living room with olive green walls and ceiling, featuring two arched windows. The room has a black leather curved sofa with a yellow pillow, two black chairs with white cushions, a striped round side table with flowers, and a pink double-stacked ottoman. The floor is tiled in black with scattered colored tiles. A wooden sideboard with books and decorative items is against one wall, which is adorned with various framed artworks and a large leafy plant near the windows.
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A Color-Drenched, Addams-Family-Inspired Dreamhouse in Rhode Island

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Real Estate Showdown: A Transcendental Classic vs. Craftsman Grandeur

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a historical Cambridge treasure with a stately Lexington estate.

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Dining room with a large dark rectangular table surrounded by eight colorful, abstract-patterned chairs with wooden legs. A dark blue upholstered bench with patterned pillows is positioned against the back wall. Two vases with purple flowers are centered on the table. The room features dark wood paneling, a textured beige and black wall, a geometric mirror, and a modern chandelier with multicolored glass shades. Large windows and glass doors allow natural light into the space.
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Designer Rachel Reider Brings Jewel Tones and Smart Storage to a 1920s Chestnut Hill House

A century-old home is revived for multipurpose living (and game nights!) with lively textiles and abundant textures.

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A two-story red and cream building with a sign reading "Maynard Outdoor Store" and "Case Bld. 28" on the front. The building has three large windows on the second floor with decorative trim. Below, a red awning extends over the sidewalk, shading the store entrance and display area. A blue SUV is parked on the street in front, and two people are walking on the sidewalk. An American flag is mounted on a lamppost near the left side of the building. The sky is bright blue with scattered white clouds.
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Living room with blue patterned wallpaper and a large abstract painting above a beige and white striped sectional sofa. The sofa has various throw pillows, including tiger print and green patterned ones. In front of the sofa is a glass coffee table with books and a flower arrangement. Two green patterned ottomans are placed in front of the coffee table. To the right, there is a blue and green geometric patterned armchair. A wooden side table with a white lamp and a small plant is next to the sofa by a window with beige Roman shades. The floor has a blue and white striped rug.
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This Beacon Hill Townhouse Renovation Balances Historic Charm with Modern Family Energy

Three energetic boys, a centuries-old Boston row house, and a design team that made it all work.

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Two twin beds with floral-patterned headboards and white bedding featuring pink scalloped edges flank a bright red nightstand. On the nightstand is a terracotta vase filled with blossoming branches, a small white decorative object, and a few stacked books. The walls are a soft beige, and the ceiling has a light pattern with yellow trim. The floor has a textured, natural fiber rug. The overall style is colorful and inviting, emphasizing spring themes.
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Inside a New Nantucket Home with Gucci Wallpaper and No Regrets

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A coastal residential area with large houses situated on rocky cliffs overlooking clear blue-green ocean water. The homes have well-maintained lawns and gardens, and the background shows a densely built neighborhood with numerous houses and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
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A living room with glossy dark green walls and trim, featuring a white sofa with patterned green and white pillows, two armchairs with green and white abstract upholstery, and a blue patterned ottoman. The room includes a gold and glass shelving unit, a black side table with a striped gold and white lamp, botanical curtains, black and white botanical artwork, and a chandelier with a cluster of glass orbs. A small round side table with drinks is placed between the armchairs.
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This Dedham Victorian Got a High-Gloss Glow-Up

A fresh palette transformed a historic Massachusetts residence into a vibrant home geared for gathering.

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A teal-themed living room with built-in arched bookshelves flanking a marble fireplace. The shelves hold various decorative items and books. Above the fireplace is a large floral artwork. The room features a teal chandelier, patterned wallpaper, and a mix of beige and teal upholstered chairs around a round teal ottoman with a tray and flowers. A window with a teal frame and Roman shade is on the right side.
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Yes, the Whole Room is Teal

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A modern single-story house with gray siding and large windows overlooks a curved swimming pool and a hot tub. The backyard features a well-maintained lawn with two lounge chairs on the grass and a patio area with a dining table and chairs. Trees with green and reddish leaves frame the scene.
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Real Estate Showdown: A Modernist Marvel vs. an Urban Icon

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If you’re this Mount Desert Island homeowner, you hire a team to make a really great room.

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A large, elegant house with beige exterior walls and green-framed windows is set behind a rectangular swimming pool. The pool is surrounded by a stone patio with four large planters filled with colorful flowers. On the right side, tall leafy trees provide shade, while the left side features a low stone wall and lush greenery. The sky is clear and blue, enhancing the bright and inviting atmosphere.
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By Mia Kovachev
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After 11 years at Sotheby’s, Michael Carucci is making only his third career move—to team up with a Netflix celebrity broker, along with a coterie of other top local agents.

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