The Secret to Mixing Old and New in Your Home

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By Katy McColl
O, The Oprah Magazine | From the Summer 2008 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine

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A daring Manhattan living room shines a light on the secrets to mixing old and new. See how you can combine the past and present for your home's future look.

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