Oak Art Deco
Oak Art Deco
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The Splendor and Majesty of River Oaks
Homes in River Oaks are among the most sought after homes in the city of Houston. The exclusive neighborhood has the distinction of being one of the very first truly planned communities in Texas. The central west Houston neighborhood was conceived and developed in the 1920s by two brothers of a Texas governor and a Houston attorney. The trio envisioned a beautiful community of well-designed homes surrounding the new Country Club. The country club still stands, the centerpiece of a lovely neighborhood that has stood the test of time where many other city neighborhoods across the country have not.
It is often considered an exclusive and expensive neighborhood, but it was not planned that way. While the developers did envision a core of upscale homes, the plan also included homes and properties meant for families "of modest means", according to the original documents and reports about the community. That continues to be true to this day.
While it is renowned for its luxury, upscale homes, there are also many affordable homes here that still conform to the original concept of graceful living and refined design. While it is known for elegant homes that sell for prices as high as $20 million, there are also many more affordable homes here for those who are not yet among the fabulously wealthy.
Many of the homes in River Oaks are the original homes that were built in the 1920s and 1930s, designed by some of the most famous architects of their eras. Some have undergone renovation, while others have been razed and rebuilt, but the integrity of the neighborhood has been upheld throughout the years by the River Oaks Property Owners Association, which oversees new construction and renovations. They ensure that the homes here continue to conform to the uniformity of design and quality that was originally envisioned by the developers of the area.
Homes here carry a certain mystique. The elegant subdivision has been home to the city's elite since its inception, and still attracts the wealthy, the famous and the renowned. The upscale community still offers that same cachet of old money and stately elegance. It is the address of those who have arrived.
Despite the deed restrictions on styles of architecture and home design, there is still quite a variety of architectural style. You'll find homes in Georgian and Tudor design, of Art Deco styling and old Plantation elegance. The diverse styles all work together as a harmonious whole, thanks to the high standards of quality that are upheld by the property owners association.
Those standards ensure that homes here are almost exclusively single family homes, a standard enforced by deed restrictions on nearly every property that is sold in River Oaks. These restrictions prohibit the erection of multi-family dwellings or commercial buildings on property, and ensure that the traditional atmosphere of beauty and serenity will be maintained for the foreseeable future and beyond.
The serenity and beauty of the neighborhood is reinforced by wide streets lined with stately trees and carefully tended and manicured lawns. River Oaks Boulevard, the main road through the lovely subdivision, is a well-maintained boulevard that leads through the center from the old high school to the entry portico of the River Oaks Country Club.
The River Oaks Property Owners Association takes their guardianship of the lovely community to heart. In addition to overseeing the design for new and renovated properties, the ROPA maintains its own private security patrol to keep the area safe, and took over maintenance of the neighborhoods parks and public greenways in 1998. It has instituted a Foundation to raise money to fund improvements to the parks and public lands as needed.
Despite the far-from-the-madding-crowd atmosphere of the neighborhood, homes here are only minutes away from shopping malls, downtown Houston and all the other amenities of modern living. It is, in all possible ways, the best of both worlds. A lovely retreat from the hustle and bustle of today's busy world that still offers easy access to all of its advantages.
The stately neighborhood offers all the advantages of living in Houston, one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, with fine dining, high culture and world class entertainment. If the graceful living of days gone by with easy access to today's conveniences appeals to you, contact a Houston realtor that specializes and knows about available homes in River Oaks.
About the Author
Karen Karapasha is a top Realtor and relocation specialist who assists home buyers and sellers. The Karapasha Team has ranked among the Top 25 Realtors in Houston since 2001. Visit http://www.karenkarapasha.com for homes in Katy, Houston and surrounding areas or call Karen at 281-578-4000.
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 FRENCH ART DECO Dining room table LELEU solid Oak base US $3,800.00 |
 859 1 OAK FRENCH ART DECO ANTIQUE BED  US $525.00
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 55232 1 OAK FRENCH ART DECO ANTIQUE BED US $520.00
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 A Set of 4 Art Deco 1940s Oak Dining Chairs US $545.00
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 Antique Art Deco OAK Hall Stand Rack Seat Tree w Mirror US $699.99
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 Art Deco Oak Side by Side Bookcase Bureau Cabinet US $895.00
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need help decorating a small room?
I have a VERY small room, like 9 x 11. My grandparents are giving me a double bed because they are moving and would like to borrow my day bed. My friend has the same style home as me and the same room and a double bed fits fine in her room, I have a big dresser, its about 5 ft long. I need help finding a small laptop desk that can fit my laptop, two computer speakers, and my mouse. If you could give me links that would be great. Thanks!
My friend has her bed going the long way across the 9ft long wall and thats how i will have it because i need the 11ft wall to have my dresser against, on the other 9ft wall across from the bed is my door so i need a desk that can be right next to my bed, maybe 3ft long.
The bed/dresser goes together and they are a really cool old 1930s light almost blonde colored oak and look sort of art deco. So I would prefer that the desk goes with the rest of the furniture
for the desk, look at walmart or taget. maybe ikea or PB teen. even if it's the wrong shade, u could problay stain it lighter.
Oak Art Deco Pedestal Stand, Plant Stand Old Wood Market
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FRENCH ART DECO Dining room table LELEU solid Oak base US $3,800.00 |
859 1 OAK FRENCH ART DECO ANTIQUE BED US $525.00
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55232 1 OAK FRENCH ART DECO ANTIQUE BED US $520.00
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A Set of 4 Art Deco 1940s Oak Dining Chairs US $545.00
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Antique Art Deco OAK Hall Stand Rack Seat Tree w Mirror US $699.99
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Art Deco Oak Side by Side Bookcase Bureau Cabinet US $895.00
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 nice art deco small cabinet french oak mirror US $250.00
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 Decorative WMF mirror Art Deco style silver plate oak US $999.00
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 Good Looking Antique Oak Art Deco Style Side Table US $145.00
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 Nice Art Deco 1930 40s Oak Hall Stand Cupboard US $495.00
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 Antique French Art Deco European Oak Wall Unit Armoire US $4,700.00
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 Lovely Art Deco 1940s Oak Sideboard Buffet US $595.00
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 A 1920s Art Deco Painted Oak Bookcase Cabinet US $695.00
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 Art Deco Oak Hoosier Cabinet Original Green Cream US $1,200.00
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 Oak Art Deco Library Writing Desk or Dining Table US $1,275.00
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 Art Deco Oak 1930s Side by Side Bookcase Desk US $595.00
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 Art Deco Enfield Oak Wood Mantel Clock England 1930s US $350.00
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 Art Deco Bentima Oak Wood Mantel Clock England 1930s US $450.00
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 Fine English Art Deco Solid Oak Wood Mantel Clock 1930s US $350.00
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 English Art Deco Smiths Enfield Oak Mantel Clock 1930s US $350.00
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 ART DECO WARDROBE OAK GARDEROBE STEEL TUBE BAUHAUS ÈRE US $204.00
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 ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS Art Deco Oak Extending Dining Table US $595.00
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 Gorgeous English Antique Oak Drop Front Art Deco Desk US $495.00
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 Antique Tiger Oak Art Deco Bed with Rails US $695.00
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 Antique Oak Cigar Cabinet Cupboard Art Deco Dutch US $165.00
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 Art Deco 40s BROWN SALTMAN Oak Wood Dresser Chest FC US $995.00
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 6025 3 OAK FRENCH ART DECO TABLE DESK US $995.00
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 Vintage ART DECO DID WARE HEIRLOOM OAK SALAD BOWL SET US $29.95
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 A Nice Little Art Deco 1930 40s Oak Chest US $495.00
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 Antique padded swivel oak ArtDeco PianoStool ^^RC US $95.00
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 NICE ART DECO GERMAN OAK ANTIQUE OCTAGON TABLE US $1,450.00
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 Oak Art Deco 1940s Gentlemans Childrens Wardrobe US $495.00
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 Gorgeous 4 Piece Tiger Oak Art Deco Bedroom Set US $1,900.00
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 c1940s DESIGNER FRENCH ART DECO CERUSED OAK VITRINE US $4,800.00
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 Fine English Antique Rare Art Deco Roll Top Tiger Oak Desk US $1,500.00
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 Great Art Deco 1925 Bookcase in Satin Oak US $699.00
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 Pair french Art Deco Chrome Oak Candle Sticks US $220.00
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 ANTIQUE OAK ART DECO Slant Lid SECRETARY Bureau DESK US $949.00 |
 Marvelous French Antique Oak Art Deco Buffet Bar Sideboard US $1,100.00
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 GREAT French Antique Art Deco Oak Carved Bedroom Set US $1,750.00
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 VINTAGE FRENCH ART DECO OAK DINING TABLE WITH LEAVES US $1,410.00
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 Four English Art Deco Oak Chairs US $395.00
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 Antique Oak Art Deco Vanity Circa 1920s US $355.00
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 Vintage Tiger Oak Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Mint NR US $975.00
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