Archive - Second Story

A dream library, demolished

Pour one out for Cincinnati's Old Main Library.

Mar 7 •

Robert Khederian

February 2025

The most secluded (and desired) enclave in NYC

Behind the gates of Grove Court.

Feb 28 •

Robert Khederian

The prewar floorplan fantasy

Some of my favorite prewar floorplans—and how to read them!

Feb 21 •

Robert Khederian

The experts' guide to home renovation (unofficial)

Feeling stuck with our own renovation, I asked some of my fave accounts on Instagram for advice. Susan Brinson, Annie Meyers-Shyer, Greg Penn, and Dean…

Feb 14 •

Robert Khederian

Hearth & Home: A (brief) history of the fireplace—and how to actually cook in one!

Break out that Tuscan grill, featuring recipe developer and cookbook author Alexis deBoschnek.

Feb 7 •

Robert Khederian

January 2025

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