In the Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, a 123 year-old house has seen the passing of time and changes in society. Bo Shepherd and Kyle Dubay of Woodward Throwbacks have given this 1,800 square-foot house new life.
Home is both a tribute to the past and a display personality
Everyone has a different definition of “home”. Bo and Kyle see home as a canvas on which to display their creativity and craftsmanship. Instead of making drastic renovations, Bo and Kyle made this home more cozy in their own style by making small-scale updates.
How can we give our homes the warmth of history, and the uniqueness that comes with personality in this age of fast consumption?
Bo and Kyle answered with their actions. They repair the original floor and patch the plaster walls. They modernize the kitchen so that the old house retains the charm of the past while still having the comforts and conveniences of modern life.
Their story is a response to sustainable development and the environmentally friendly lifestyle of today’s society. People are becoming more aware of the reuse and re-creation old things and incorporating these concepts into their home design.
This home in Detroit is more than just a place to call home. It is a statement on time, art, and philosophy of living. It tells us no matter how times change, home will always be our warmest haven.
You will feel the history of this home and the stories behind each detail when you walk into it. Each piece of furniture, every painting, and each memory of Bo and Kyle are reflected in the pieces of furniture.
“Under the skilled hands of Bo and Kyle this 123-year old Detroit house is not a forgotten corner, but a warm and personal home.” Let’s follow their footsteps to explore the infinite possibilities that home offers and discover the extraordinary hidden within the everyday life. Subscribe to our site to begin your home journey. Let every corner be filled love and stories.