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During the early weeks of 2020—before sheltering in place began—I visited New Orleans for the first time. After years of longing to experience The Big Easy, I found myself sauntering (okay, stumbling) to the tune of brass bands and bounce music down Bourbon Street, passing a refreshing Hurricane between my friends, beneath the twinkling of Mardi Gras beads dangling from balconies overhead.

It took keen eyes for Michael and Elizabeth Magner to see the potential in the 1837 Creole townhouse that had been carved into a multifamily dwelling in the French Quarter. While it sat in the middle of a picturesque block, the masonry house was in serious need of repair — “an ugly duckling over a beautiful swan,” Elizabeth Magner said.

Explanations of the architectural styles of houses in NOLA.

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Designer Alexa Pulitzer opens the door to her Faubourg St. John home in midconversation with her office assistant, one hand holding the leash of her rescued Doberman, Roxie. Earlier that day, she had launched a line of Italian handbags — clutches, cross-body and satchels — which join her signature stationery, napkins, wallpaper and more. It’s hectic this day, with plenty of activity in the atelier (front room on the right of the hallway) and her warehouse (front room on the left).