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Realizing its inherent historic value, Thomas Thixton purchased his Art Deco house in Tulsa in 1974. The house has many original built-ins, like this bench in the entryway. |
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The home's interiors have changed little over the years. Thixton has painted the walls a cream color, which is close to the 1920s shade. Several casements were heavily damaged, but luckily the two-story leaded-glass windows in the living room have survived both weather and time. They form a beautiful backdrop for a built-in sofa. |
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The distinctive leading pattern is repeated in other rooms--sometimes accented with a creative array of colored glass. |
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The fireplace--flanked by original built-in bookcases--has chamfered edges that echo the home's exterior walls. The geometric design of the fireplace opening is a true reflection of the Art Deco era. The bold earth-tone terrazzo floors remain pristine after eight decades of use. |
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A view from the master bedroom upstairs shows the original stair landing and closet with built-ins still intact. A 1920s lantern offers ornamentation to the upstairs hall. Even the light switch covers play up Deco geometry. |
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Both of the house's bathrooms have original tubs, tiles, and terrazzo flooring from the 1920s. |
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From his balcony over the entryway, Thixton enjoys views of the park across the street. |
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An angled opening frames the staircase on the first floor. |
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