Yeah, I agree with you about the old things and the houses too, these days things seem rather bland to me and are certainly not made as well or to last, houses too.
I grew up in a house built in 1902 so understand the appeal of an older style home, it's character (and creaks and groans) and would definitely prefer it over a modern home although I live in a brand new one at the moment.
Nice work on the dresser, it's good to have those items, memorable and meaningful and also antique. I'll look out for the post.