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Neoclassicism Adapts to the '90s
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Picardy Place
1800 W. Diversey Pkwy. 2- and 3-bedroom houses, $224,900 to $271,900
Joseph Freed Homes and Centrum Properties, (312) 929-6422;
Shelly Barrad Designs, (312) 348-1998;
The spirit of Neoclassicism is apparent in the Belden's graceful
furnishings and ornament.
Rather than strictly adhering to the 18th century style inspired
by excavations at Pompeii, this home is updated for the mid-1990s.
The 2,141-square-foot 2-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath home is among three...
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