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This Science Street Home Has All The Right Chemistry

Designed with sharp angles and walls of glass, the contemporary home in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood has sweeping views of Downtown's iconic skyline.
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PHOTOS BY PROPERTY VIDS PRODUCTIONS In a city full of Victorians and turn-of-the-century character homes, this contemporary home in Pittsburgh’s Allentown neighborhood is still a standout.  Built in 2020, 646 Science St. is one of 11 complementary homes in the community designed by Cipriani Studios. With sharp angles, walls of glass and high-end, sleek finishes throughout, it’s a departure from the…

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House of the Week: Build Your Dream Home on This Land in South Fayette

The possibilities for this to-be-built property are endless with Paragon Homes.
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3103 Deerfield Ridge Drive South Fayette, PA 15057 Presented by Bonnie Loya Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Make your dream home a reality with award-winning Paragon Homes at Deerfield Ridge! Located just half a mile from the South Fayette School complex, this community offers the perfect blend of convenience and luxury. Paragon Homes specializes in custom-built homes that reflect…

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Innovative Yet Practical, The Holm is a Different Type of Housing Concept for Pittsburghers

The eight-unit modular housing development in Munhall uses the latest technology to create easily assembled, quality homes.
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PHOTOS BY 360 CAPTURES/RENDERINGS COURTESY BLOCKHOUSE RESIDENTIAL When most folks think of a modular home, they picture the classic one-story doublewides commonly found around Western Pennsylvania. While those homes have long been popular for their affordability and ease of construction, modern modular homes, such as this project in Millvale, look nothing like their prefab grandparents. Now, one developer in Munhall…

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Best of Design 2025: A Bathroom Made for Escaping, a Kitchen Made for Entertaining

This year’s winners for Best New Bathroom and Best New Kitchen are both found inside a Barrington-built home in Pine with interiors by Laken Design.  
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTO BY TYLER NORMAN PHOTOGRAPHY Best New Bathroom  While the Macken family’s kitchen is a gathering spot, Matt and Misty’s primary suite bathroom, which judges named their Best New Bathroom for 2025, is a hideaway. Kathryn Heinauer of Barrington Homes says the tranquil suite is a place where the couple can recoup and relax. The striking arched wooden doorway, elevated…

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Best of Design 2025: Cottage Meets Contemporary Cool in This Renovated Kitchen

Busy with life, designer Heather Wildman waited 20 years to cleverly update her own Sewickley kitchen.
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PHOTO BY ERIN KELLY Heather Wildman, the co-founder of Wildman Chalmers Design, purchased her turn-of-the-century Sewickley home in 2005 and quickly began tackling its many projects. As she moved from room to room, painting and updating, she largely ignored the kitchen. It functioned, and she kind of liked its retro vibe. Besides, she had a growing family and business to…

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House of the Week: A Custom Home in Deerfield Manor with an Indoor Basketball Court

The 7,000-square-foot home is an entertainment haven with a bar, pool table and media space.
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1271 Redfern Drive Upper St Clair, PA 15241 Presented by Melissa Palmer Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Nestled in the heart of the highly sought after Deerfield Manor, this exceptional 7,000 sq ft custom home offers an unparalleled living experience. This 5 bedrooms/5.1 bathroom home seamlessly blends elegance and functionality. The 1st floor master suite is a private retreat, complete…

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Best of Design 2025: A Mid-Century Modern Home That Blends the Indoors and Outdoors

Designer Heather Wildman of Wildman Chalmers Design kept the bones of this Mid-Century Modern home in Squirrel Hill North but changed nearly everything else.
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PHOTO BY ERIN KELLY As soon as Heather Wildman’s clients spotted the single-story, Mid-Century Modern home that was tucked away on a quiet street in Squirrel Hill North, they knew two things: They were going to purchase it — and it was going to need a down-to-the-studs renovation. They weren’t worried, though. The owners, who asked to remain anonymous, had…

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Best of Design 2025: An Expansive Modern Residence More Than 10 Years in the Making

Formerly the estate of a steel magnate, this Sewickley Heights farmstead now tells the story of industry and innovation in the region. 
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTO BY PAUL WARCHOL PHOTOGRAPHY While Sewickley Heights is now just a short commute from the city of Pittsburgh proper, the suburban community was once dotted with the summer homes of wealthy Pittsburgh industrialists looking to escape the smog and noise of the city. At Fair Acres, Benjamin Franklin Jones — the “J” in former steel manufacturer powerhouse J&L Steel…

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Best of Design 2025: This Fun Outdoor Space Gives Palm Beach Vibes

Working with Cipriani Studios, designer Alisha Gwen created a playful yet refined slice of paradise for an Upper St. Clair family.
Jessica Sinichak,

PHOTO BY DAVE BRYCE PHOTOGRAPHY When building her dream home in Upper St. Clair, Amanda Walton was embracing a new era — one she decided was going to be fun and functional for herself, her three young children and their guests. “I wanted it to be very happy,” she says. “That’s the whole vibe of my house: casual, fun and…

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Best of Design 2025: This Serene Renovated Bathroom is Like an In-Home Retreat

Designer Seashal Belldina transformed a cramped guest bathroom into an indoor oasis.
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PHOTO BY ERIN KELLY Upon entering the tranquil renovated bathroom in Peters designed by Seashal Belldina, the combination of the guest suite’s alabaster tile, Calacatta marble and dolomite stone creates the serene vibe of an in-home retreat. “It’s a complete transformation,” says Belldina, the principal interior designer at Pittsburgh-based Interiors by Seashal. PHOTO BY ERIN KELLY Today, the guest suite…

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Best of Design 2025: A Stunning Open-Concept Space with an Ever-Changing View

Bisected by a glass staircase, the living area has floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the Laurel Highlands.  
Lauren Davidson,

PHOTO BY BRANDON YODER CREATIVE One year ago, real estate entrepreneur Nino Comanici stood on a hillside in Ligonier and peered out through the trees, thinking what an amazing view it was. Today — just feet from where he stood — sits a four-story, A-frame residence with an all-glass front facade. PHOTO BY BRANDON YODER CREATIVE Its open-concept living space,…

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What Happens When an Architect and an Interior Designer Collaborate on Their Own Project?

You get this colorful, well-executed brick home in Pittsburgh's Spring Hill neighborhood that melds the old with new.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY ALEXIS FATALSKY From the outside, 1927 Rockledge St. in Pittsburgh’s Spring Hill neighborhood is a standard, stately North Side home. That’s certainly not to say the turn-of-the-century American Foursquare doesn’t have curb appeal — it does; the brick home is neat and clearly well maintained. But step through the grand leaded-glass front doorway and you’ll enter an unexpected…

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House of the Week: An Infinity Custom Home in South Fayette

The Aspen model blends timeless craftsmanship with modern design.
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1568 Celebration Circle Bridgeville, PA 15017 Presented by Bonnie Loya Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Built by award-winning Infinity Homes, this Aspen model blends timeless craftsmanship with modern design in South Fayette’s Newbury Highlands. The stone & Hardie plank exterior and inviting front porch set the tone for what’s inside. A two-story foyer leads to a stunning great room…

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On the Grounds of the Former H.J. Heinz Mansion Stands This Thoughtfully Updated Point Breeze Property

The five-bedroom brick home along Penn Avenue melds original details with contemporary updates.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY FLYOVER PROPERTIES Relocating to Pittsburgh from Washington, D.C., in 2019, Gera Jochum and Robert Rounsley say they were were hoping to own a piece of Pittsburgh history — which is just one of the many reasons a Point Breeze home caught their attention. Built in 1929, 7035 Penn Ave. is one of the homes built where Greenlawn, the…

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House of the Week: A Stunning Stone Residence on One of Pittsburgh’s Most Desirable Streets

The home is just blocks away from Frick Park and Bakery Square.
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6850 Reynolds Street Point Breeze, PA 15208 Presented by Andrea Ehrenreich Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Discover this stunning stone residence located on one of Pittsburgh’s most desirable streets. The elegant entryway leads to a breathtaking foyer featuring a beautiful spiral staircase and soaring ceilings. The expansive living room boasts a charming fireplace, exquisite detailing, and double doors that open…

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This Vacation-Like Home Looks Like It Belongs in Colorado — But It’s Actually in Fox Chapel

Designed by a notable Seattle builder, the cedar-and-stone home blends sustainability with modern luxury.
Meg St-Esprit,

When Richard and Laura Tame were relocating from California in 2021, Pittsburgh felt like a blank slate to them. Not tied to one particular neighborhood or locale, the couple explored homes in all corners of the region. As soon as they stepped inside 999 Elmhurst Road in Fox Chapel, though, the couple knew their search was over. “We knew the…

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House of the Week: Luxury Penthouse Condo in Heart of Strip District

The home features 10 ft ceilings, hardwood floors and two outdoor living areas for dining and entertainment.
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2545 Penn Avenue, PH 602 Pittsburgh, PA  15222 Presented by Darla K. Jobkar Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Ideally located in the heart of the Strip District, this modern, chic two-bedroom, 2.5-bath penthouse condo provides expansive city views via a well-appointed wall of windows. The spacious floor plan includes a combined living room and dining room that opens to…

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Another Type of ‘Family’ Once Occupied This Stately Mt. Lebanon Manse

The spacious five-bedroom home along Washington Road previously belonged to a notorious 1930s-era Pittsburgh gangster.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY GENO DEBLASIO When Craig and Audrey Smith made an offer on 1287 Washington Road 31 years ago, it was a stretch for their budget. But the five-bedroom, Mission-style stone home in Mt. Lebanon had already captured their heart — and the couple recalls their excitement at the chance to call it their own. “It had so much space…

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House of the Week: A 3-Story Victorian in Shadyside

The home features 10-foot ceilings and 8-foot windows.
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420 Denniston Shadyside, PA 15206 Presented by Maggsie Sliger Howard Hanna Real Estate Services This majestic, 3-story Victorian home graces a peaceful street in the heart of Shadyside, within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. The open floor plan blends modern amenities with old world charm & intricate features, while providing sun filled rooms with 10-foot ceilings and 8-foot windows….

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This Coastal Style Home Gives Beach Vibes — But With a View of Pittsburgh

The three-bedroom South Side Slopes home has a two-story deck overlooking Downtown's iconic skyline.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS BY GENE YUGER, PITTSBURGH REAL ESTATE MEDIA It’s an old saying in real estate — “location, location, location;” when it comes to 110 Pius St. in the South Side Slopes, Realtor Molly Aura says the adage could not be more true. Built in 1893, the well-maintained Victorian has a third-floor entertainment space and a two-story deck offering skyline views…

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Want to Hang Out With a Skunk? The National Aviary Has New Animal Ambassadors

The Pittsburgh attraction on the North Side just acquired 10 animals from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History program.
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PEPPER JACK THE STRIPED SKUNK. | PHOTO BY MIKE FAIX/THE NATIONAL AVIARY The National Aviary just added 10 new animal ambassadors to its collection, and not all of them are birds. The group arrived from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s former Live Animal Ambassador Program, which had a 10-year run. Cathy Schlott, director of animal programs and experiences at…

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House of the Week: A Striking Stone Home in Peters Township

The home boasts over four bedrooms, plus seven baths and five fireplaces.
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268 Justabout Road Venetia, PA 15367 Presented by Donna Tidwell Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Stunning, Custom Home in Highland Estates, Peters Township. Tucked away on 5.6 acres of pristine landscape, this masterful 4+ bedroom, 7-bath home boasts a wealth of high end features and upgrades. Renovated in 2019, this architectural gem showcases a timber-beamed entrance, soaring ceilings, and…

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This New Build in Lawrenceville Is a Blank Slate in a Trendy Neighborhood

Surrounded by original homes, the four-story duplex has all the benefits of a city neighborhood — and none of the issues typically associated with older buildings.
Meg St-Esprit,

PHOTOS COURTESY RE/MAX SELECT REALTY Pittsburgh is home to some of the oldest housing stock in the country, coming in second place only to Buffalo, according to a 2022 report from the U.S. Census Bureau. From fixer-uppers and grand old mansions to homes beyond repair, buyers in this city are used to the quirks these old homes in traditional neighborhoods…

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House of the Week: A Custom Home in Pine Township

Take a swim in the pool or relax by the fire pit.
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506 Ridge Court Pine Township – Nal, PA 15090 Presented by Dina Spagnolo Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Magnificent custom house meticulously updated (2022) to create the PERFECT HOME! Ideal for everyday living as well as entertaining. Home boasts hardwood floors throughout, exceptional kitchen w/lg island w/waterfall, 2 sinks, 48” JennAir range w/custom hood, custom cabinets, walk in pantry w/glass…