Robert Khederian
Real estate agent, Compass
Robert Khederian is a Compass real estate agent based in New York City who also contributes to Curbed. He loves to talk to other old-house obsessives, so please DM him on Instagram at @Notenoughangers and say hi!
5 sublime Greek Revival houses for sale right now
Following a renewed appreciation for the architecture of antiquity in the mid-18th century, the Greek Revival style quickly landed in American homes. Here are five Greek Revival houses anybody would be lucky to call home.
Why are floorboards in older houses so wide?
One of the hallmarks of historic houses is wide-plank flooring. But why were floorboards so wide to begin with? And why did they stop being used? The answer lies in American history.
5 historic houses offering privacy and Old World charm
While many older houses are found just off of main roadways, there are a number of gems that are entirely secluded. Here are a few—from a lake house in upstate New York to a farm in West Virginia.
Why do historic houses sit so close to the road?
Ever notice that historic houses tend to abut busy roadways? To find out why, you have to turn to the history of automobiles.
5 Historic Houses Built to Withstand the Heat Dome
Much of the country may be suffering from blistering temperatures and high humidity, but these houses were designed to remain cool—decades before air conditioning hit the marketplace.
Quiz: Which iconic chair are you?
Whether at home, at the office, or in the car, it’s undeniable that we spend a good chunk of our lives sitting down. So we put together a quiz to see which chair best fits you.
How houses were cooled before air conditioning
We've officially entered the dog days of summer, when our A/C units are on full blast. But what was done before the advent of modern air conditioning to survive the summer? Turns out, the answer lies in clever uses of architecture.
5 historic Cape Cod-style houses for sale right now
All built before 1850—and all within walking distance of the water—these houses in Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard range from affordable fixer uppers to multi-million dollar houses.
The economics of a post-Brexit country house
In the wake of the United Kingdom’s historic decision to leave the European Union, we look at how the falling value of the British Pound has affected prices of historic country houses for Americans looking to buy.
Meet us in the library: Stanford White's most beautiful spaces
In honor of the 110th anniversary of the death of the trailblazing early-20th-century architect, we’re remembering his signature style by looking at some of our favorite libraries that he designed.