Apartmenttherapy iconApartmenttherapySep 24, 2026

They Turned Their Beige 1900s Parlor into a Bold, Green “Analog Room”

Older homes have unique charm because the layout includes special details that, typically, aren't seen in modern builds today. Historic homeowners Alexander Rigby and Bobby Naugle, who live in a Pittsburgh townhouse built in 1900, have a gorgeous parlor room.

They Turned Their Beige 1900s Parlor into a Bold, Green “Analog Room”

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Older homes have unique charm because the layout includes special details that, typically, aren't seen in modern builds today.

Historic homeowners Alexander Rigby and Bobby Naugle, who live in a Pittsburgh townhouse built in 1900, have a gorgeous parlor room.

The front room has a fireplace with an original wood mantel and green tiles, plus large stained glass above the front window.

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Older homes have unique charm because the layout includes special details that, typically, aren't seen in modern builds today. Historic homeowners Alexander Rigby and Bobby Naugle, who live in a Pittsburgh townhouse built in 1900, have a gorgeous parlor room. The front room has a fireplace with an original wood mantel and green tiles, plus large stained glass above the front window.

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