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Philadelphia House Calls

A family makes an I.M. Pei townhouse their own in Society Hill

A couple relishes the challenge of restoring a midcentury modern gem in Philadelphia.

Philly House Calls: 2017’s most memorable home tours

From jaw-dropping views to incredible renovations, here are just some of the most memorable homes that opened their doors to us this year.

Making art in a ‘secret little gem’ in Northern Liberties

Artists and roommates Sarah Beaver and Michael Ciervo make the most of their live-work setup in an old Northern Liberties warehouse.

In a charming East Falls home, art runs in the family

A family of artists with three dogs makes a childhood home their own

Living in a 280-square-foot Philly apartment without sacrificing design

Vanessa Miller’s tiny studio is proof that you don’t need much room to make a statement

In The Crafted Life blogger’s East Passyunk home, colors abound

DIY blogger Rachel Smith uses her trademark style to brighten her simple apartment in the East Passyunk neighborhood of Philadelphia.

In a sunny Callowhill condo, art is the main attraction

In Benjamin Baker’s home, an ever-changing mural is the centerpiece.

In Kensington rowhome, rustic living reigns

The rowhome of social media strategist and photographer Chaucee Stillman reflects her upbringing in Lancaster.

Inside a modern industrial loft in Kensington’s Milk Depot building

When a unit in an old dairy factory hit the market, Dan DeSalvo had the keys to his new home within days. See how the construction manager brought some modern flair and pops of color to the industrial loft.

Scandinavian style meets Florence Knoll flair in Logan Square home

Sven Schroeter, an architect, will be the first to admit that his home is a constant work in progress.

Call for Submissions: See your house on Curbed!

We're looking for beautiful, quirky, and quaint homes alike to feature on Curbed Philly. Here's your chance to show us why you love where you live.

Blank slate becomes colorful urban jungle in Northern Liberties

Leeron and Allison Tagger needed a change from their dark Jersey City apartment. So they started fresh with an entirely blank slate in Philly’s Northern Liberties neighborhood.

Small space, big style in Fishtown

Natto Balladares, a men's concept designer for Urban Outfitters, lives large in a 600-square-foot studio apartment in Philly's hip Fishtown neighborhood. Though the space may be small, Balladares doesn’t let that hold him back from some hefty style.

What it's like to live in a Trinity in Rittenhouse Square

For the past decade, potter Lynn Dee has made a home and life for herself on the beautiful island of Honduras. But this is the story of how and why she traded her island life to live in a tiny Trinity in Rittenhouse Square—and grew to love it.

A maximalist and carpenter bring comfort and charm to Fishtown home

Audrey Morrison and Mike Castagna will be the first to admit that their house hunting process could have gone a little smoother. After a long hunt for a home with character, the couple had to bring the personality themselves.

Call for submissions: Curbed wants to see your tiny home!

Do you live in a charming little Trinity rowhome? How about a pint-sized studio in Center City? Or maybe you just have a horror story about your tiny living experience and just need to vent. We want to hear all about it!

Vintage finds bring historic character to Point Breeze home

The former owners of this Point Breeze home had already done the renovations. It was this young family's job to turn it into a home of their own.

Go inside a modern, spacious oasis in Hawthorne

Today we go inside a couple's modern, renovated home in Hawthorne. After doing long-distance for years, Stuart and Mike had to figure out how to design one apartment into a spacious home for the both of them.

Inside a Historic Renovated Rowhome in Fairmount

How a renovation made a historic home livable and functional for a family of seven

Tour a South Philly Home with Country Charm

A nurse with a love for flea markets and rummage sales works to transform a dated South Philly rowhouse. Take a peek inside.

Tour a Renovated Fitler Square Rowhome

Welcome to House Calls, a new regular feature that takes a look into the homes of Philadelphians. First up, this Fitler Square rowhouse that underwent significant renovations.