Second Shelters

The Magical Harlem Brownstone of Neil Patrick Harris And David Burtka

By CandysDirt / August 25, 2021 /

The description “Willy Wonka meets the Magic Castle” conjures up all kinds of images. But it doesn’t come to life until you see photos of actor Neil Patrick Harris’ refurbished Harlem brownstone. For starters, there’s the bar booth, straight off the set of “How I Met Your Mother” — the TV sitcom Harris starred in…

This Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Has an Interesting Back Story

By CandysDirt / August 23, 2021 /

Check out this 1941 historic Frank Lloyd Wright house located in Wausau, Wisconsin. The iconic property is one of the legendary architect’s Usonian homes, specifically designed for middle-class families. The home comes packed with a plethora of Wright trademarks. (Think slanted horizontal roofs, cantilevered overhangs, an open floor plan, and an abundance of natural light.) It also…

Come on Barbie, Let’s Go Party: See The LA Penthouse Owned by Iconic Doll’s Creators

By CandysDirt / August 20, 2021 /

Life in plastic might be better when you have the views from this unbelievable three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom Los Angeles condominium. The iconic “Barbie penthouse” once owned by Mattel founders Ruth and Elliot Handler is on the market for just under $10 million. The seller, interior designer Nicole Sassaman, has paid homage to the former owners…

Great Getaways: Choose Your Favorite Galveston Escape

By Joanna England / August 19, 2021 /

For everyone in Houston, Galveston is an escape that’s just a 45-minute drive away. For those who live a bit farther, like in Dallas, it’s about four hours if you don’t get caught in the epic snarl that is rush hour in Houston. What I mean to say is that, if you’re looking for a…

Get The Skinny on This Boston House With a Strange Tale of Sibling Rivalry

By Joanna England / August 16, 2021 /

According to listing agent Carmela Laurella of CL Properties, “The Skinny House” in Boston’s North End is an iconic landmark. The home, which has a history far larger than its stature, has been a single-family residence, an Airbnb, and now it could be yours for just $1.2 million. The home is just 10.4 feet wide at…