I’d guess the owner or designer of this house really wanted to show off. In a clump of recent loud houses in Montgomery, Texas, near Houston. The shiny copper highlights won’t stay shiny for long, but passersby will still be stuck with the “matching” piebald stonework, the non-matching chimney, the Ahoy Matey portholes, and so much more.

<div class="md"><p>I’d guess the owner or designer of this house really wanted to show off. In a clump of recent loud houses in Montgomery, Texas, near Houston. The shiny copper highlights won’t stay shiny for long, but passersby will still be stuck with the “matching” piebald stonework, the non-matching chimney, the Ahoy Matey portholes, and so much more.</p>
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Recent construction in Montgomery, Texas

Needs more gables

This is a Mcmansion

Palladian Palace

7th & Guadalupe - downtown Austin. Tried to get a pic of the infamous ghost.

McMansion? Maybe, but it's definitely a poor imitation of wealth

A classic 1920s home in Detroit

Considered the crown jewel of the Fisher mansions and the “fabergé egg” of Detroit’s golden era. It’s currently up for sale, so if any of you have 2.2 million dollars laying around…
Seriously though, this place is incredible. Check the Zillow listing, there are a lot of close shots of the incredible artistry and craftsmanship that went into this place.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/892-W-Boston-Blvd-Detroit-MI-48202/88437894_zpid/

<div class="md"><p>Considered the crown jewel of the Fisher mansions and the “fabergé egg” of Detroit’s golden era. It’s currently up for sale, so if any of you have 2.2 million dollars laying around…
Seriously though, this place is incredible. Check the Zillow listing, there are a lot of close shots of the incredible artistry and craftsmanship that went into this place.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/892-W-Boston-Blvd-Detroit-MI-48202/88437894_zpid/">https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/892-W-Boston-Blvd-Detroit-MI-48202/88437894_zpid/</a></p>
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The Edward F. Fisher mansion, architect Richard H. Marr in Detroit MI

Not 100% my cup of tea; but thought this was a beautiful house that is a great example of a lot of features mc mansions try to emulate done properly from an architectural standpoint.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/200-Pond-Rd-Wellesley-MA-02482/123564537_zpid/?utm_campaign=iosappmessage&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=txtshare

<div class="md"><p>Not 100% my cup of tea; but thought this was a beautiful house that is a great example of a lot of features mc mansions try to emulate done properly from an architectural standpoint.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/200-Pond-Rd-Wellesley-MA-02482/123564537_zpid/?utm_campaign=iosappmessage&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=txtshare">https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/200-Pond-Rd-Wellesley-MA-02482/123564537_zpid/?utm_campaign=iosappmessage&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=txtshare</a></p>
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Wellesley, MA Georgian Colonial estate

Does anyone know what that built in blender thing in the kitchen is?? I remember seeing a video of that once and it’s some cool device that you can switch out a bunch of kitchen appliances on I think?

From the listing: “organic modern home designed by the home's original owner, Robert Rasmussen. … an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright for a time, and took Wright's teachings about organic architecture to heart, as evidenced by this amazing mid-century modern home. Built primarily of uncoursed limestone and glass, the home features very few right angles, Rasmussen opting instead for graceful curves that sweep the house along its lot, partially set into the ground upon which the house was built, making it appear as a rocky outcropping on the terrain. Inside, wonder and delight abound, as you're surrounded by what seems like acres of walnut used for cabinetry, paneling, built-in furniture and trim…

Saved from possible destruction after the architect / owner passed away by neighbors who are mid-century modern architecture fans and preservationists, the home is now available for the first time ever on the public market to whoever desires to be the next stewards of this fantastic residence - complete with original plans, style guide created by Bob and his wife, June, and more.”

<div class="md"><p>Does anyone know what that built in blender thing in the kitchen is?? I remember seeing a video of that once and it’s some cool device that you can switch out a bunch of kitchen appliances on I think?</p>

<p>From the listing: “organic modern home designed by the home&#39;s original owner, Robert Rasmussen. … an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright for a time, and took Wright&#39;s teachings about organic architecture to heart, as evidenced by this amazing mid-century modern home. Built primarily of uncoursed limestone and glass, the home features very few right angles, Rasmussen opting instead for graceful curves that sweep the house along its lot, partially set into the ground upon which the house was built, making it appear as a rocky outcropping on the terrain. Inside, wonder and delight abound, as you&#39;re surrounded by what seems like acres of walnut used for cabinetry, paneling, built-in furniture and trim…</p>

<p>Saved from possible destruction after the architect / owner passed away by neighbors who are mid-century modern architecture fans and preservationists, the home is now available for the first time ever on the public market to whoever desires to be the next stewards of this fantastic residence - complete with original plans, style guide created by Bob and his wife, June, and more.”</p>
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Awesome 60s/70s Design by Robert Rasmussen in Lake Forest, IL

<div class="md"><p>TikTok: Marge Ayers </p>
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The amount of people defending McMansions in this TikTok is a little concerning.

With a place like this, no one would ever hear from me again.

Posting mainly due to the interior for Thursday Design Appreciation - The Bridges At Gale Ranch, San Ramon, CA

This interesting single family Queen Anne house in Yates Center, Ks

Stay Klassy McMansion Dwellers

Overpriced uglies I found on Zillow that made me angry

<div class="md"><p>Overpriced uglies I found on Zillow that made me angry</p>
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Falls Church VA 🤮

Is that a pirate plank to walk in the foyer too?!

<div class="md"><p>Is that a pirate plank to walk in the foyer too?!</p>
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We heard you like faux columns, so we got faux columns for your fake columns

Original poster creds to U/chill_out_its_funny

<div class="md"><p>Original poster creds to U/chill_out_its_funny</p>
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Handyman Special?

The Mountain West’s Mega-McMansion Problem

As you see this building clearly shows all the hallmarks of modern luxury, ~aLL )oF =tHeM]. Can a house with “modern” non cohesive disproportionate details be considered a true McMansion? Is this the future of the architecture wormhole we’re stuck in? 

Listing Link: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/13599-S-White-Pony-Rd-W-Herriman-UT-84096/444484664_zpid/

<div class="md"><p>As you see this building clearly shows all the hallmarks of modern luxury, ~aLL )oF =tHeM]. Can a house with “modern” non cohesive disproportionate details be considered a true McMansion? Is this the future of the architecture wormhole we’re stuck in? </p>

<p>Listing Link: <a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/13599-S-White-Pony-Rd-W-Herriman-UT-84096/444484664_zpid/">https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/13599-S-White-Pony-Rd-W-Herriman-UT-84096/444484664_zpid/</a></p>
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“The Epitome of Modern Luxury”

People seemed to respond positively to my post like this on Sunday; I got basically ever answer from they were all McMansions to none of them were and everything in between! It was very interesting to see which features people focused on as their make or breaks it was prettty spread out. Thought I’d do another round with the Chicago suburbs that someone recommended was another McMansion gold mine. Controlled for the same factors of year built, size and number of bedrooms and the same picture format: 1 front exterior, 1 other exterior that’s most likely the back but I tried to make sure the siting was clear, and 1 foyer picture (pictures are number on the bottom right with which house it is). I’ll put the zillow links in the comments as individual comment, i think doing that and using the upvote on the comments as a way to vote if something is a mc or not would encourage easier participation.  And remember, just because you like it doesn’t mean it’s not one and just because you hate it doesn’t mean it is one!

<div class="md"><p>People seemed to respond positively to my post like this on Sunday; I got basically ever answer from they were all McMansions to none of them were and everything in between! It was very interesting to see which features people focused on as their make or breaks it was prettty spread out. Thought I’d do another round with the Chicago suburbs that someone recommended was another McMansion gold mine. Controlled for the same factors of year built, size and number of bedrooms and the same picture format: 1 front exterior, 1 other exterior that’s most likely the back but I tried to make sure the siting was clear, and 1 foyer picture (pictures are number on the bottom right with which house it is). I’ll put the zillow links in the comments as individual comment, i think doing that and using the upvote on the comments as a way to vote if something is a mc or not would encourage easier participation.  And remember, just because you like it doesn’t mean it’s not one and just because you hate it doesn’t mean it is one!</p>
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McMansion or not: Chicagoland edition lightning round

Tell me, is it a McMansion or just an ugly out of place large home in the burbs?


None of the homes in this neighborhood look this way. 🤦🏻‍♀️

<div class="md"><p>Tell me, is it a McMansion or just an ugly out of place large home in the burbs?</p>

<p>None of the homes in this neighborhood look this way. 🤦🏻‍♀️</p>
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In the burbs Long Island

I thoroughly enjoy this thread. I do find some can be hypercritical and call any large home a McMansion.  Does the unique addition from 40 years ago make this a mansion or McMansion …80s style 

<div class="md"><p>I thoroughly enjoy this thread. I do find some can be hypercritical and call any large home a McMansion.  Does the unique addition from 40 years ago make this a mansion or McMansion …80s style </p>
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Does it qualify?

90% of the comments here now seem to be about how someone would love to live in a McMansion 

<div class="md"><p>90% of the comments here now seem to be about how someone would love to live in a McMansion </p>
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Astroturfing or has this sub just gotten too large?

Good lord, that entryway!

A Museum of Floors

This has to be the ultimate McMansion. There are like three rows of dormers, stupidly complicated roofline, house has useless gut outs and like a dozen different size and shape windows.

To top it all off, the whole outside is blah beige, even the window trims.

https://preview.redd.it/h66errg9hkfe1.jpg?width=2019&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bb59e3cd08a0820a6fd661de64ad32fbf59aecd5

<div class="md"><p>This has to be the ultimate McMansion. There are like three rows of dormers, stupidly complicated roofline, house has useless gut outs and like a dozen different size and shape windows.</p>

<p>To top it all off, the whole outside is blah beige, even the window trims.</p>

<p><a href="https://preview.redd.it/h66errg9hkfe1.jpg?width=2019&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=bb59e3cd08a0820a6fd661de64ad32fbf59aecd5">https://preview.redd.it/h66errg9hkfe1.jpg?width=2019&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=bb59e3cd08a0820a6fd661de64ad32fbf59aecd5</a></p>
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North Carolina Mess

<div class="md"><p>So allow me to assist </p>
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Too many of you liked this house yesterday

Burj al babas - turkey mansions

Long Island never fails to amaze me

In this ~~house~~ subreddit we discuss bad houses. McMansions are a kind of cheap, ostentatious house made famous by [architecture blog run by Kate Wagner](http://mcmansionhell.com).

[A Short Guide on McMansions](https://www.reddit.com/r/McMansionHell/comments/hqw6yp/mcmansions_a_short_guide/)

**Rules**

1) Posts can be about ugly houses in general, as [voted by our community](https://www.reddit.com/r/McMansionHell/comments/hqf67w/survey_what_do_you_want_out_of_this_sub/)

2) Posts must be appropriately flaired (regular ugly house, True McMansion, discussion/other)

3) Thursday is special. To celebrate that, you can post nice houses you appreciate.

4) Don't laugh at poor people. We don't critique bad design choices that are made from economic necessity

<div class="md"><p>In this <del>house</del> subreddit we discuss bad houses. McMansions are a kind of cheap, ostentatious house made famous by <a href="http://mcmansionhell.com">architecture blog run by Kate Wagner</a>.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/McMansionHell/comments/hqw6yp/mcmansions_a_short_guide/">A Short Guide on McMansions</a></p>

<p><strong>Rules</strong></p>

<p>1) Posts can be about ugly houses in general, as <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/McMansionHell/comments/hqf67w/survey_what_do_you_want_out_of_this_sub/">voted by our community</a></p>

<p>2) Posts must be appropriately flaired (regular ugly house, True McMansion, discussion/other)</p>

<p>3) Thursday is special. To celebrate that, you can post nice houses you appreciate.</p>

<p>4) Don&#39;t laugh at poor people. We don&#39;t critique bad design choices that are made from economic necessity</p>
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<div class="md"><p>A subreddit about large, cheaply built, suburban homes with design flaws and a lack of architectural integrity also known as “McMansions.”</p>

<p>On Thursdays we celebrate the opposite: good suburban architectural design.</p>
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