Architecture: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Picking House Colors
A guide to picking paint colors for your home, with color chart and other resources to help you choose house paint colors.
A guide to picking paint colors for your home, with color chart and other resources to help you choose house paint colors.
Bungalow Styles
California Bungalows, Craftsman Bungalows, and Chicago Bugalows were variations of an affordable housing type that swept across America. Learn about Bungalow architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
California Bungalows, Craftsman Bungalows, and Chicago Bugalows were variations of an affordable housing type that swept across America. Learn about Bungalow architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
Building Costs
Dreaming of building a new home, but worried about the expense? Knowing how much the project might cost will help you modify your plans to meet your budget. Here are handy tips to help you estimate your home building costs.
Dreaming of building a new home, but worried about the expense? Knowing how much the project might cost will help you modify your plans to meet your budget. Here are handy tips to help you estimate your home building costs.
World's Tallest Buildings Ranked
A comprehensive chart showing statistics of the world's tallest buildings, with more than 100 skyscrapers compared, including several skyscrapers still under construction.
A comprehensive chart showing statistics of the world's tallest buildings, with more than 100 skyscrapers compared, including several skyscrapers still under construction.
House Color Charts
Coordinating house colors can be confusing. These color charts suggest some possible color combinations for your home.
Coordinating house colors can be confusing. These color charts suggest some possible color combinations for your home.
Tools to Help You Choose Ho...
Use these easy, free digital painting tools to try out paint colors for your house. Just point and click to view paint colors on photos of your house.
Use these easy, free digital painting tools to try out paint colors for your house. Just point and click to view paint colors on photos of your house.
Arts and Crafts House Style - Craftsman House Style - House Style Pictures
When we speak of Craftsman houses, we often think of bungalows. But in the early 1900s, many types of homes used Craftsman, or "Arts and Crafts" ideas. Learn about Arts and Crafts and Craftsman architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
When we speak of Craftsman houses, we often think of bungalows. But in the early 1900s, many types of homes used Craftsman, or "Arts and Crafts" ideas. Learn about Arts and Crafts and Craftsman architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
Bungalow Floor Plans Index
Use this directory to find original plans and elevation drawings for Craftsman Bungalow style mail order homes built between 1908 and 1921.
Use this directory to find original plans and elevation drawings for Craftsman Bungalow style mail order homes built between 1908 and 1921.
Ranch Style
One-story Ranch style homes are so simple, some critics say they have no style. But there's more than meets the eye to these suburban classics. Here 's the story behind the no-nonsense houses we call American Ranch, Western Ranch, or California Rambler.
One-story Ranch style homes are so simple, some critics say they have no style. But there's more than meets the eye to these suburban classics. Here 's the story behind the no-nonsense houses we call American Ranch, Western Ranch, or California Rambler.
Exterior Siding
Nothing will impact the appearance of your home more dramatically than the exterior siding you choose. As you shop for exterior siding, look for a material that suits the style of your house and also fits your lifestyle. Listed here are the most popular materials for exterior siding, along with links to resources to help you with your decision.
Nothing will impact the appearance of your home more dramatically than the exterior siding you choose. As you shop for exterior siding, look for a material that suits the style of your house and also fits your lifestyle. Listed here are the most popular materials for exterior siding, along with links to resources to help you with your decision.
Prairie House Style
Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized the American home when he began to design "Prairie" style houses with low horizontal lines and open interior spaces.
Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized the American home when he began to design "Prairie" style houses with low horizontal lines and open interior spaces.
Cape Cod Style
The Cape Cod house style originated in New England in the late 17th century. Today, the term refers to Cape Cod-shaped houses popular in the United States during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. Learn more about the Cape Cod style in our House Style Picture Dictionary.
The Cape Cod house style originated in New England in the late 17th century. Today, the term refers to Cape Cod-shaped houses popular in the United States during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. Learn more about the Cape Cod style in our House Style Picture Dictionary.
Pueblo Revival Style
Pueblo Revival houses are inspired by homes used by Native Americans since ancient times. Learn more about Pueblo Revival architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Pueblo Revival houses are inspired by homes used by Native Americans since ancient times. Learn more about Pueblo Revival architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Become an Architect
Would you like to become an architect? This page answers some of the most frequently asked questions about careers in architecture.
Would you like to become an architect? This page answers some of the most frequently asked questions about careers in architecture.
Foursquare House Style
The Foursquare style, sometimes called the Prairie Box, can be found in nearly every part of the United States. Learn about the popular American Foursquare houses in our Picture Dictionary of American house styles.
The Foursquare style, sometimes called the Prairie Box, can be found in nearly every part of the United States. Learn about the popular American Foursquare houses in our Picture Dictionary of American house styles.
Tudor House Style
Heavy chimneys and decorative half-timbering give Tudor style houses a Medieval flavor. Learn more about the Tudor style in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Heavy chimneys and decorative half-timbering give Tudor style houses a Medieval flavor. Learn more about the Tudor style in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Cotswold Cottage
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: the fanciful Cotswold Cottage style.
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: the fanciful Cotswold Cottage style.
Home Design Software Programs
Anyone with a dream and a computer can draw floor plans, house elevations, and stunning 3D pictures using these home design software programs. The programs can't take the place of an architect and most aren't recommended for creating working drawings. They can, however, help you visualize your house and some rival the professional-grade CAD (computer aided design) software programs architects use.
Anyone with a dream and a computer can draw floor plans, house elevations, and stunning 3D pictures using these home design software programs. The programs can't take the place of an architect and most aren't recommended for creating working drawings. They can, however, help you visualize your house and some rival the professional-grade CAD (computer aided design) software programs architects use.
Georgian Style
Spacious and comfortable, Georgian Colonial architecture reflected the rising ambition of a young country. Learn more about the Georgian Colonial style in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Spacious and comfortable, Georgian Colonial architecture reflected the rising ambition of a young country. Learn more about the Georgian Colonial style in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Mission Revival House Style
Historic mission churches built by Spanish colonists inspired the turn-of-the-century house style known as Mission, Spanish Mission, or California Mission. Learn more about Mission architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Historic mission churches built by Spanish colonists inspired the turn-of-the-century house style known as Mission, Spanish Mission, or California Mission. Learn more about Mission architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Raised Ranch Style
A traditional Ranch Style house is only one story, but a Raised Ranch house raises the roof to provide extra living space. Learn about the simple, practical Raised Ranch house style, and find resources for remodeling your Raised Ranch house.
A traditional Ranch Style house is only one story, but a Raised Ranch house raises the roof to provide extra living space. Learn about the simple, practical Raised Ranch house style, and find resources for remodeling your Raised Ranch house.
Federal Style
Graceful details distinguish Federal style homes. Learn more about Federal architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Graceful details distinguish Federal style homes. Learn more about Federal architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
A-frame Style
With a dramatic, sloping roof and cozy living quarters, an A-frame style house is ideal for wintery regions with lots of snow. Learn more about A-frame houses in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
With a dramatic, sloping roof and cozy living quarters, an A-frame style house is ideal for wintery regions with lots of snow. Learn more about A-frame houses in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Contemporary House Styles
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: contemporary.
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: contemporary.
Choose an Architecture School
Hundreds of colleges and universities offer classes in architecture and related fields. How do you choose an architecture school? These links and resources will help you find the best schools for architecture and to decide which school is right for you.
Hundreds of colleges and universities offer classes in architecture and related fields. How do you choose an architecture school? These links and resources will help you find the best schools for architecture and to decide which school is right for you.
Art Moderne
With the sleek, streamlined appearance of a modern machine, Art Moderne architecture expressed the spirit of a new, technological age. Learn more about the Art Moderne house style from our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
With the sleek, streamlined appearance of a modern machine, Art Moderne architecture expressed the spirit of a new, technological age. Learn more about the Art Moderne house style from our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
Split-Level Ranch
In this popular variation of the Ranch house style, a Split-Level Ranch has three or more levels. Learn about the Split-Level Ranch style and find resources for remodeling your split level home.
In this popular variation of the Ranch house style, a Split-Level Ranch has three or more levels. Learn about the Split-Level Ranch style and find resources for remodeling your split level home.
Neo-mediterranean House Style
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: Neo-mediterranean home.
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: Neo-mediterranean home.
Colonial Revival Style
Expressing American patriotism and a return to classical architectural styles, Colonial Revival became a standard style in the 20th century. Facts and photos from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
Expressing American patriotism and a return to classical architectural styles, Colonial Revival became a standard style in the 20th century. Facts and photos from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
French Eclectic House Style
Flared roofs and other French details give French eclectic homes a European flavor. Learn more in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Flared roofs and other French details give French eclectic homes a European flavor. Learn more in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Postmodern Style
Unique, whimsical, and surprising, Postmodern houses give the impression that anything goes. The impossible is not only possible, but exaggerated. Learn more from our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
Unique, whimsical, and surprising, Postmodern houses give the impression that anything goes. The impossible is not only possible, but exaggerated. Learn more from our Picture Dictionary of House Styles in North America and Beyond.
Architecture Glossary - Illustrated Dictionary for Architecture Words
Use this illustrated dictionary to find the definitions for important words related to architecture and building design.
Use this illustrated dictionary to find the definitions for important words related to architecture and building design.
Neoeclectic House Style
A Neoeclectic home can be difficult to describe because it combines many different styles. The shape of the roof, the design of the windows, and decorative details may be inspired by several different periods and cultures.
A Neoeclectic home can be difficult to describe because it combines many different styles. The shape of the roof, the design of the windows, and decorative details may be inspired by several different periods and cultures.
Taipei 101 Tower
Taipei 101 Tower in Taipei, Taiwan is the world's tallest completed building - if you count its massive 60-foot spire.
Taipei 101 Tower in Taipei, Taiwan is the world's tallest completed building - if you count its massive 60-foot spire.
Greek Revival House Style
With details reminiscent of the Parthenon, stately, pillared Greek Revival homes reflect a passion for antiquity. Learn more about Greek Revival architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
With details reminiscent of the Parthenon, stately, pillared Greek Revival homes reflect a passion for antiquity. Learn more about Greek Revival architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Folk Victorian
Just plain folk could afford these no fuss Folk Victorian homes, built between 1870 and 1910. Here are facts and photos for the Folk Victorian house style.
Just plain folk could afford these no fuss Folk Victorian homes, built between 1870 and 1910. Here are facts and photos for the Folk Victorian house style.
Geodesic Dome
Developed by Buckminster Fuller, the Geodesic Dome was promoted as the world's strongest and most economical form of housing. Learn more about geodesic domes in our picture dictionary of house styles.
Developed by Buckminster Fuller, the Geodesic Dome was promoted as the world's strongest and most economical form of housing. Learn more about geodesic domes in our picture dictionary of house styles.
Monolithic Dome
Also known as EcoShells, sturdy, concrete Monolithic Domes can survive tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, fire, and insects. Learn more about monolithic domes in our picture dictionary of house styles.
Also known as EcoShells, sturdy, concrete Monolithic Domes can survive tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, fire, and insects. Learn more about monolithic domes in our picture dictionary of house styles.
Italianate House Style
Old World ideals were transplated to the United States in the Italianate style. Learn more about Italianate architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Old World ideals were transplated to the United States in the Italianate style. Learn more about Italianate architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Tidewater House Style
Built in coastal areas of the American South, Tidewater homes were designed for wet, hot climates. Learn more about Tidewater architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Built in coastal areas of the American South, Tidewater homes were designed for wet, hot climates. Learn more about Tidewater architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Katrina Cottage
The original Katrina Cottage was developed by Marianne Cusato and other leading architects, including renowned architect and town planner Andres Duany. Cusato's 308-square foot prototype was later adapted to create a series of about two dozen different versions of the Katrina Cottage designed by a variety of architects and firms. Learn more about Katrina Cottages in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
The original Katrina Cottage was developed by Marianne Cusato and other leading architects, including renowned architect and town planner Andres Duany. Cusato's 308-square foot prototype was later adapted to create a series of about two dozen different versions of the Katrina Cottage designed by a variety of architects and firms. Learn more about Katrina Cottages in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Second Empire House Style
With tall mansard roofs and wrought iron cresting, Second Empire houses create a sense of height. Learn more about the Second Empire style from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
With tall mansard roofs and wrought iron cresting, Second Empire houses create a sense of height. Learn more about the Second Empire style from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
The Statue of Liberty
Towering over Liberty Island in New York, the Statue of Liberty was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Towering over Liberty Island in New York, the Statue of Liberty was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Queen Anne House Style
Fanciful Queen Anne architecture takes on many shapes. Read below for features of the Queen Anne style.
Fanciful Queen Anne architecture takes on many shapes. Read below for features of the Queen Anne style.
Victorian Stick Style
Stick Style Victorian houses have exposed trusses, "stickwork," and other details borrowed from medieval times. Learn more about "Stick" architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Stick Style Victorian houses have exposed trusses, "stickwork," and other details borrowed from medieval times. Learn more about "Stick" architecture in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Shingle House Style
Rustic Shingle Style houses shunned Victorian fussiness. Learn about Shingle architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Rustic Shingle Style houses shunned Victorian fussiness. Learn about Shingle architecture in our Picture Dictionary of House Styles.
Gothic Revival - Wood
Few people could afford to build grand masonry homes in the Gothic Revival style. In the United States, the ready availability of lumber and factory-made architectural trim lead to a distinctly American version of Gothic Revival. From our House Style Picture Dictionary, here are features of the Gothic Revival House Style, with resources.
Few people could afford to build grand masonry homes in the Gothic Revival style. In the United States, the ready availability of lumber and factory-made architectural trim lead to a distinctly American version of Gothic Revival. From our House Style Picture Dictionary, here are features of the Gothic Revival House Style, with resources.
Renaissance Revival
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Click on the pictures below for larger images along with facts, diagrams, and building plans, and other helpful resources. Shown here: Renaissance Revival Style
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Click on the pictures below for larger images along with facts, diagrams, and building plans, and other helpful resources. Shown here: Renaissance Revival Style
Gothic Revival Houses Masonry
Gothic Revival homes in England were most frequently constructed of masonry. In the United States, some large, lavish estates were also made with stone or brick. These homes resembled medieval churches or castles. From our House Style Picture Dictionary, here are features Gothic Revival House architecture, with resources.
Gothic Revival homes in England were most frequently constructed of masonry. In the United States, some large, lavish estates were also made with stone or brick. These homes resembled medieval churches or castles. From our House Style Picture Dictionary, here are features Gothic Revival House architecture, with resources.
Richardsonian Romanesque Style
Richardsonian Romanesque, or Romanesque Revival, houses have broad Roman arches and massive stone walls. Learn about the Romanesque style from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
Richardsonian Romanesque, or Romanesque Revival, houses have broad Roman arches and massive stone walls. Learn about the Romanesque style from our House Style Picture Dictionary.
Vinyl Siding
Vinyl Siding - Builders love it, historians hate it, and some doctors say it causes cancer. What's the truth about vinyl siding? Here's the scoop.
Vinyl Siding - Builders love it, historians hate it, and some doctors say it causes cancer. What's the truth about vinyl siding? Here's the scoop.
Neoclassical Style
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: Neoclassical house.
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Shown here: Neoclassical house.
Beaux Arts
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Click on the pictures below for larger images along with facts, diagrams, and building plans, and other helpful resources. Shown here: Beaux Arts House Style
What style is your house? Browse our photo gallery for the most popular housing styles in North America. Click on the pictures below for larger images along with facts, diagrams, and building plans, and other helpful resources. Shown here: Beaux Arts House Style
Eastlake Victorian House Style - House Style Pictures - Eastlake Victorian Houses
This colorful Victorian home in California has lacy, ornamental details.
This colorful Victorian home in California has lacy, ornamental details.
Petronas Towers
Tall spires atop the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia make them among the world's tallest buildings, 10 meters higher than the Sears Tower in the USA.
Tall spires atop the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia make them among the world's tallest buildings, 10 meters higher than the Sears Tower in the USA.
Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Complete Listing
During his lifetime, Frank Lloyd Wright completed 532 homes, museums and office buildings. At least 409 of these still stand. Here is a complete listing.
During his lifetime, Frank Lloyd Wright completed 532 homes, museums and office buildings. At least 409 of these still stand. Here is a complete listing.
Architect Salaries
Answers to your questions about careers in architecture: Architect salaries - How much do architects earn?
Answers to your questions about careers in architecture: Architect salaries - How much do architects earn?
Neuschwanstein Castle
See photos and find information for Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany. Neuschwanstein Castle was a finalist in the campaign to choose "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany. Neuschwanstein Castle was a finalist in the campaign to choose "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Sears Tower
The Sears Tower in Chicago was the world's tallest building when it was built in 1973. Today it is the tallest building in North America.
The Sears Tower in Chicago was the world's tallest building when it was built in 1973. Today it is the tallest building in North America.
How Old Is Your House?
A Guide to Finding the Age of Your Old House, with tips and resources.
A Guide to Finding the Age of Your Old House, with tips and resources.
Glass House
The glass house designed by Philip Johnson has been called one of the world's most beautiful and yet least functional homes. Here are facts and resources from our photo gallery of modern houses.
The glass house designed by Philip Johnson has been called one of the world's most beautiful and yet least functional homes. Here are facts and resources from our photo gallery of modern houses.
Pick Paint Colors For Your ...
a simple how to on choosing paint colors for the exterior of your home.
a simple how to on choosing paint colors for the exterior of your home.
World's Tallest Building
What is the world's tallest building? It depends on who does the measuring! Find answers here.
What is the world's tallest building? It depends on who does the measuring! Find answers here.
Ho-Hum House
Character is that elusive quality that makes a house special. On many older homes, character comes from craftsmanship and attention to details. Suburban tract houses built after World War II are often said to lack character.
Character is that elusive quality that makes a house special. On many older homes, character comes from craftsmanship and attention to details. Suburban tract houses built after World War II are often said to lack character.
Moss Green
What color should you paint your house? Crisp white trim brings out the richness of the moss green stucco on this down-to-earth California Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Crisp white trim brings out the richness of the moss green stucco on this down-to-earth California Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Architecture Schools
Answers to your questions about preparing for a career in architecture: Choosing a school.
Answers to your questions about preparing for a career in architecture: Choosing a school.
Cottage Building Plan Books
From a hideaway retreat in the mountains to a seaside villa, nothing says peace, tranquility and relaxation better than a cottage. Below are our favorite books with floor plans and ideas for vacation cottages... and cottage style houses for year-round living.
From a hideaway retreat in the mountains to a seaside villa, nothing says peace, tranquility and relaxation better than a cottage. Below are our favorite books with floor plans and ideas for vacation cottages... and cottage style houses for year-round living.
Petra, Jordan
See photos and find information for Petra, Jordan. Petra, Jordan has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for Petra, Jordan. Petra, Jordan has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
What is stucco
Definition, history and illustration for the term STUCCO
Definition, history and illustration for the term STUCCO
Queen Anne
Queen Anne architecture became an architectural fashion in the 1880s and 1890s, when the industrial revolution was building up steam. Here are facts, photos and resources.
Queen Anne architecture became an architectural fashion in the 1880s and 1890s, when the industrial revolution was building up steam. Here are facts, photos and resources.
Blue with White and Red
What color should you paint your house? This much red might be overpowering on a large house, but for this cozy cottage in Los Angeles, spashes of cherry red add charm. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? This much red might be overpowering on a large house, but for this cozy cottage in Los Angeles, spashes of cherry red add charm. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Spanish Colonial
Settlers in the Spanish territories of North America built simple, low homes made using rocks, adobe brick, coquina, or stucco. Learn more about Spanish Colonial styles in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Settlers in the Spanish territories of North America built simple, low homes made using rocks, adobe brick, coquina, or stucco. Learn more about Spanish Colonial styles in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Jin Mao Building
The towering Jin Mao Building in Shanghai, China reflects traditional Chinese architecture.
The towering Jin Mao Building in Shanghai, China reflects traditional Chinese architecture.
Empire State Building
When it was constructed in 1931, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the World. Today it's the tallest building in New York City.
When it was constructed in 1931, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the World. Today it's the tallest building in New York City.
Build Your House
Building a new home begins long before the foundation is poured. Listed here are the five most important steps you must take to avoid costly mistakes during the construction process.
Building a new home begins long before the foundation is poured. Listed here are the five most important steps you must take to avoid costly mistakes during the construction process.
French Colonial
French colonists in the Mississippi Valley built houses especially suited to the hot wet climate of their new home. Learn more about French Colonial styles in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
French colonists in the Mississippi Valley built houses especially suited to the hot wet climate of their new home. Learn more about French Colonial styles in our Picture Dictionary of house styles.
Red Brick with Green
What color should you paint your house? Dark green is a traditional color for architectural details on a red brick house. Red and green are complementary colors, opposite on the color wheel. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Dark green is a traditional color for architectural details on a red brick house. Red and green are complementary colors, opposite on the color wheel. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Cotswold Cottage Colors - Color Ideas for Your House - House Paint Pictures
What color should you paint your house? The multi-colored slate roof inspired the brightly painted door, shutters, and trim on this Cotswold Cottage style home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? The multi-colored slate roof inspired the brightly painted door, shutters, and trim on this Cotswold Cottage style home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Bright Yellow Neo-Colonial
What color should you paint your house? Colonial styles are usually conservative, but this Neo-Colonial is sunshine yellow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Colonial styles are usually conservative, but this Neo-Colonial is sunshine yellow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Victorian Architecture
Your source for information on Victorian architecture, with facts, photos, resources, and building plans.
Your source for information on Victorian architecture, with facts, photos, resources, and building plans.
Yellow, Olive, and Red
What color should you paint your house? Olive green trim and and a dramatic splash of red accent a sunny yellow Bungalow in southern Texas. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Olive green trim and and a dramatic splash of red accent a sunny yellow Bungalow in southern Texas. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
New England Colonial
The first British settlers in New England built simple timber-frame houses like the ones they had known in their home country.
The first British settlers in New England built simple timber-frame houses like the ones they had known in their home country.
The Farnsworth House
The modern houses in these pictures illustrate bold new ideas in home design. This picture: Farnsworth House.
The modern houses in these pictures illustrate bold new ideas in home design. This picture: Farnsworth House.
Moss Green Shingles
What color should you paint your house? Mossy green colors suit the informal, back-to-nature atmosphere of this Victorian Shingle home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Mossy green colors suit the informal, back-to-nature atmosphere of this Victorian Shingle home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Dutch Colonial
Settling along the Hudson River, Dutch Colonists built brick and stone homes that resembled those found in the Netherlands.
Settling along the Hudson River, Dutch Colonists built brick and stone homes that resembled those found in the Netherlands.
Sears House Plans Index
Use this directory to find floor plans and elevation drawings, reprinted from the original catalogs for Sears Mail Order houses.
Use this directory to find floor plans and elevation drawings, reprinted from the original catalogs for Sears Mail Order houses.
Picture Dictionary of Modern Architecture - Bauhaus
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate modernist approaches to building design. Architect Walter Gropius used Bauhaus ideas when he built his monochrome home in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate modernist approaches to building design. Architect Walter Gropius used Bauhaus ideas when he built his monochrome home in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
Seafoam Green
What color should you paint your house? Burgundy window sashes add interest to this Victorian cottage. The siding is painted seafoam green with cream colored stickwork and trim. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Burgundy window sashes add interest to this Victorian cottage. The siding is painted seafoam green with cream colored stickwork and trim. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Subdued Colors
What color should you paint your house? Taupe colored stucco with dark burgundy shutters suit this dignified Colonial Revival home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Taupe colored stucco with dark burgundy shutters suit this dignified Colonial Revival home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Colonial Cream
What color should you paint your house? A cheerful red door adds a welcoming touch to a traditional Cape Cod home, painted Colonial cream with crisp white trim. The window sashes are also white. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? A cheerful red door adds a welcoming touch to a traditional Cape Cod home, painted Colonial cream with crisp white trim. The window sashes are also white. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Bank of China
Soaring 369 meters high, the Bank of China Tower by I.M. Pei is one of the world's tallest buildings.
Soaring 369 meters high, the Bank of China Tower by I.M. Pei is one of the world's tallest buildings.
California Bungalow
From our photo gallery, pictures of bungalow houses, including Craftsman Bungalows and other popular bungaloid types.
From our photo gallery, pictures of bungalow houses, including Craftsman Bungalows and other popular bungaloid types.
German Colonial
German Settlers in the American colonies used local materials to recreate buidling styles from their homeland. Learn more about German Colonial architecture in our House Style Picture Dictionary.
German Settlers in the American colonies used local materials to recreate buidling styles from their homeland. Learn more about German Colonial architecture in our House Style Picture Dictionary.
Two IFC Hong Kong
Shaped like a shimmering obelisk, Two IFC towers over Victoria Harbour in the heart of Hong Kong.
Shaped like a shimmering obelisk, Two IFC towers over Victoria Harbour in the heart of Hong Kong.
Emirates Towers
Emirates Office Tower and its smaller sister, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel, are soaring symbols of Dubai City.
Emirates Office Tower and its smaller sister, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel, are soaring symbols of Dubai City.
American Foursquare House Plans Index
Use this directory to find advertisements, illustrations and floor plans for American Foursquare Homes sold as mail order kits from Sears, Aladdin and other catalog companies. Also known as the Prairie Box, American Foursquare became one of the most popular housing styles in the United States. Use this directory to find original plans and elevation drawings for Craftsman Bungalow style homes built between 1908 and 1921.
Use this directory to find advertisements, illustrations and floor plans for American Foursquare Homes sold as mail order kits from Sears, Aladdin and other catalog companies. Also known as the Prairie Box, American Foursquare became one of the most popular housing styles in the United States. Use this directory to find original plans and elevation drawings for Craftsman Bungalow style homes built between 1908 and 1921.
Yellow with Gray
What color should you paint your house? Gray accents add depth to the details on this sunny yellow Victorian home in St. Augustine, Florida. Also note the touches of red. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Gray accents add depth to the details on this sunny yellow Victorian home in St. Augustine, Florida. Also note the touches of red. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
House Paint Color Books
These beautifully illustrated books will help you choose exterior paint colors for your home.
These beautifully illustrated books will help you choose exterior paint colors for your home.
Where Are The Plans?
How to find the original building plans for your old house, with tips and resources.
How to find the original building plans for your old house, with tips and resources.
Low-Cost House Plans
If you dream of owning a new home but worry about the cost, check out these catalogs of building plans for affordable houses.
If you dream of owning a new home but worry about the cost, check out these catalogs of building plans for affordable houses.
Timeline
From Prehistoric to Post-modern, a quick history of architecture in the Western world, from prehistoric megaliths to modernist skyscrapers. Follow the links to find articles and photos for each period and style.
From Prehistoric to Post-modern, a quick history of architecture in the Western world, from prehistoric megaliths to modernist skyscrapers. Follow the links to find articles and photos for each period and style.
Before You Remodel
The dream of remodeling your home may turn into a nightmare, unless you plan ahead. Follow these steps to get your home improvement project on the right start.
The dream of remodeling your home may turn into a nightmare, unless you plan ahead. Follow these steps to get your home improvement project on the right start.
Victorian Gothic
Join us for a photo tour of Gothic Revival architecture in England and the United States. These pictures show how the Gothic Revival style evolved from England's grand stone manors to America's fanciful wood frame houses.
Join us for a photo tour of Gothic Revival architecture in England and the United States. These pictures show how the Gothic Revival style evolved from England's grand stone manors to America's fanciful wood frame houses.
Usonian
In 1936, when the United States was in the depths of an economic depression, Frank Lloyd Wright developed a series of homes he called "Usonian." Definition and description of Wright's Usonian architecture, with photo and links.
In 1936, when the United States was in the depths of an economic depression, Frank Lloyd Wright developed a series of homes he called "Usonian." Definition and description of Wright's Usonian architecture, with photo and links.
Shocking Pink
What color should you paint your house? Although not a traditional color for Craftsman style houses, the shocking pink siding on this quaint bungalow is an interesting contrast to the gray stonework. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Although not a traditional color for Craftsman style houses, the shocking pink siding on this quaint bungalow is an interesting contrast to the gray stonework. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Beige and Blue
What color should you paint your house? Architectural details are emphasized when painted a lighter color. This Craftsman Bungalow is a non-traditional shade of dark marine blue. The trim is beige. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Architectural details are emphasized when painted a lighter color. This Craftsman Bungalow is a non-traditional shade of dark marine blue. The trim is beige. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
House Paint Resources
Tips, techniques, and tools for exterior house painting, painting interior rooms, and painting special surfaces like tile and paneling. Also, information to help you select house paint colors and finishes.
Tips, techniques, and tools for exterior house painting, painting interior rooms, and painting special surfaces like tile and paneling. Also, information to help you select house paint colors and finishes.
Spanish Revival Architecture
The traditions of many cultures blended in fanciful Spanish Revival and Mediterranean architecture, popular from 1915 to about 1940.
The traditions of many cultures blended in fanciful Spanish Revival and Mediterranean architecture, popular from 1915 to about 1940.
HardiPlank
HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about this durable siding material
HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about this durable siding material
Black and White
What color should you paint your house? For a Colonial Revival, nothing could be more traditional, or more dramatic, than white siding with black shutters. Notice that the roof is also black. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? For a Colonial Revival, nothing could be more traditional, or more dramatic, than white siding with black shutters. Notice that the roof is also black. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Green and Pink
What color should you paint your house? You might quickly tire of green and pink, but it does attract shoppers to the antique shop located inside this cottage in St. Augustine, Florida. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? You might quickly tire of green and pink, but it does attract shoppers to the antique shop located inside this cottage in St. Augustine, Florida. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Architecture Careers
Architecture is more than designing buildings. Students who study architecture in college may choose to go into many different careers. Here's just a sampling
Architecture is more than designing buildings. Students who study architecture in college may choose to go into many different careers. Here's just a sampling
Chicago Bungalow
Many Bungalows in and near Chicago, Illinois were simple working class homes constructed of brick. Like Bungalows in other parts of the country, they often included leaded glass windows, natural woodwork, ceramic tile, and other Craftsman details.
Many Bungalows in and near Chicago, Illinois were simple working class homes constructed of brick. Like Bungalows in other parts of the country, they often included leaded glass windows, natural woodwork, ceramic tile, and other Craftsman details.
What is a balustrade - Architecture Glossary
Definition and illustration for the terms BLUSTRADE and BALUSTER
Definition and illustration for the terms BLUSTRADE and BALUSTER
Robin's Egg Blue
What color should you paint your house? Robin's egg blue isn't a traditional Victorian color, but it harmonizes well with the gray color of this home's high hipped roof. The trim is a crisp off-white. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Robin's egg blue isn't a traditional Victorian color, but it harmonizes well with the gray color of this home's high hipped roof. The trim is a crisp off-white. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
House Plans for Small Houses
Small doesn't have to mean cramped! These books have home designs and building plans that pack a lot of living into small spaces. Some titles offer detailed construction plans, while others have beautiful color illustrations to inspire ideas for your own compact, efficient, and economical home.
Small doesn't have to mean cramped! These books have home designs and building plans that pack a lot of living into small spaces. Some titles offer detailed construction plans, while others have beautiful color illustrations to inspire ideas for your own compact, efficient, and economical home.
Beach Colors
What color should you paint your house? Two shades of coral accent the stucco siding on this Neo-Mediterranean Style home. Combined with the clay roof, the colors suggest a sandy Mediterranean beach. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Two shades of coral accent the stucco siding on this Neo-Mediterranean Style home. Combined with the clay roof, the colors suggest a sandy Mediterranean beach. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Salmon-Colored Stucco
What color should you paint your house? A tangerine stripe along the eaves adds zing to the salmon coloring of this Mediterranean style bungalow. The colors harmonize with the clay roof. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? A tangerine stripe along the eaves adds zing to the salmon coloring of this Mediterranean style bungalow. The colors harmonize with the clay roof. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
House Paint Pictures - Color Ideas for Your House - Coral Colored Stucco
What color should you paint your house? Coral colors are usually associated with tropical or southwestern architecture, but this Victorian home is in the snowy North. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Coral colors are usually associated with tropical or southwestern architecture, but this Victorian home is in the snowy North. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Picture Dictionary of Modern Architecture - Deconstructivism
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate modernist approaches to building design. The Seattle Public Library by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas is an example of Deconstructivist architecture.
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate modernist approaches to building design. The Seattle Public Library by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas is an example of Deconstructivist architecture.
Architecture in High School
While still in high school, you should plan a strong college preparatory program with...
While still in high school, you should plan a strong college preparatory program with...
Christmas Colors
What color should you paint your house? Red and green give this cottage a festive atmosphere. Now used as a library, the cottage is located in Jackson, New Hampshire. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Red and green give this cottage a festive atmosphere. Now used as a library, the cottage is located in Jackson, New Hampshire. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
CITIC Plaza
The China International Trust and Investment Company (CITIC) building in Guangzhou is the world's tallest skyscraper made of reinforced concrete.
The China International Trust and Investment Company (CITIC) building in Guangzhou is the world's tallest skyscraper made of reinforced concrete.
Gold with Red
What color should you paint your house? Touches of red bring out the details in a Victorian dormer painted harvest gold. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Touches of red bring out the details in a Victorian dormer painted harvest gold. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Almost Black
What color should you paint your house? Don't be afraid of dark colors! This modest cottage, built for farmhands, is an almost black shade of gray. The trim is white and the door is traditional red. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Don't be afraid of dark colors! This modest cottage, built for farmhands, is an almost black shade of gray. The trim is white and the door is traditional red. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Shun Hing Square
Also known as Di Wang Mansion or Di Wang Commercial Centre, Shun Hing Square in Shenzhen is the tallest all-steel highrise in China.
Also known as Di Wang Mansion or Di Wang Commercial Centre, Shun Hing Square in Shenzhen is the tallest all-steel highrise in China.
What is a gable - Architecture Glossary
Definition and illustration for the term GABLE
Definition and illustration for the term GABLE
Neocolonial
Modern-day Neocolonial, or Neo-Colonial, houses are romantic versions of the historic Colonial and Federal style buildings.
Modern-day Neocolonial, or Neo-Colonial, houses are romantic versions of the historic Colonial and Federal style buildings.
Bright Blue Accents
What color should you paint your house? An all-gray house might seem blah, but bright blue doors and architectural details add drama to this eccentric Victorian house. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? An all-gray house might seem blah, but bright blue doors and architectural details add drama to this eccentric Victorian house. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Spanish Revival Bungalow
From our photo gallery, pictures of bungalow houses, including Craftsman Bungalows and other popular bungaloid types. Shown here: A Spanish Revival style Bungalow
From our photo gallery, pictures of bungalow houses, including Craftsman Bungalows and other popular bungaloid types. Shown here: A Spanish Revival style Bungalow
Safe methods to remove paint
Chapter 7 of Preservation Brief Number 10 from the US Department of Interior describes appropriate and safe methods to remove paint.
Chapter 7 of Preservation Brief Number 10 from the US Department of Interior describes appropriate and safe methods to remove paint.
Central Plaza
Towering over the Wanchai waterfront in Hong Kong, the Central Plaza office building is 374 meters tall.
Towering over the Wanchai waterfront in Hong Kong, the Central Plaza office building is 374 meters tall.
Lavender, Blue, and Yellow
What color should you paint your house? The neighbors might not want you to paint your home lavender, blue, and yellow, but the Easter-egg colors do add a sense of play to this little Texas Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? The neighbors might not want you to paint your home lavender, blue, and yellow, but the Easter-egg colors do add a sense of play to this little Texas Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Arts and Crafts House
In this classic Craftsman style home, the exposed rafters in the porch roof are both decorative and structural. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
In this classic Craftsman style home, the exposed rafters in the porch roof are both decorative and structural. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Home Design Trends
Architects, engineers, and designers are creating new housing styles to accomodate the way we live and think today. Look for these top ten home design trends.
Architects, engineers, and designers are creating new housing styles to accomodate the way we live and think today. Look for these top ten home design trends.
Pink and White
What color should you paint your house? You wouldn't want to paint a large house pink, but the cotton candy color gives fairy tale charm to this cozy Queen Anne cottage in Jackson, New Hampshire. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? You wouldn't want to paint a large house pink, but the cotton candy color gives fairy tale charm to this cozy Queen Anne cottage in Jackson, New Hampshire. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
The Gamble House
Two California brothers, Charles Sumner Greene and Henry Mather Green, pioneered the Craftsman style when they designed the Gamble house in Pasadena, CA. The home was built in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter and Gamble Company.
Two California brothers, Charles Sumner Greene and Henry Mather Green, pioneered the Craftsman style when they designed the Gamble house in Pasadena, CA. The home was built in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter and Gamble Company.
French Styles
French Provincial houses resemble small manor homes with massive hipped roofs and window shutters. Here are features of the French Provincial house style
French Provincial houses resemble small manor homes with massive hipped roofs and window shutters. Here are features of the French Provincial house style
Angkor, Cambodia
See photos and find information for Angkor, Cambodia. Angkor, Cambodia was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for Angkor, Cambodia. Angkor, Cambodia was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Picture Dictionary of Modern Architecture - Modernism
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate Modernist approaches to building design. The Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University is a modernist building by I.M. Pei.
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate Modernist approaches to building design. The Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University is a modernist building by I.M. Pei.
Glenn Murcutt
The Pritzker prize-winning architect Glenn Murcutt is not a builder of skyscrapers. He doesn't design grand, showy structures or use flashy, luxurious materials. Instead, Australian architect Glenn Murcutt pours his creativity into smaller projects that let him work alone and design economical buildings that will conserve energy and blend with the environment.
The Pritzker prize-winning architect Glenn Murcutt is not a builder of skyscrapers. He doesn't design grand, showy structures or use flashy, luxurious materials. Instead, Australian architect Glenn Murcutt pours his creativity into smaller projects that let him work alone and design economical buildings that will conserve energy and blend with the environment.
Bungalow Plans
Based on a simple homes from India, the practical bungalow style took America by storm in the early 1900s. The style spread quickly via mail order house plans. Today, you can purchase reproductions of the original catalogs. Listed here are a few of the best, plus books on the history of bungalow architecture and building plans for contemporary bungalows.
Based on a simple homes from India, the practical bungalow style took America by storm in the early 1900s. The style spread quickly via mail order house plans. Today, you can purchase reproductions of the original catalogs. Listed here are a few of the best, plus books on the history of bungalow architecture and building plans for contemporary bungalows.
The Lovell House
The modern houses in these pictures illustrate bold new ideas in home design. Shown here: the Lovell House in Los Angeles by Richard Neutra is a Landmark example of the International Style.
The modern houses in these pictures illustrate bold new ideas in home design. Shown here: the Lovell House in Los Angeles by Richard Neutra is a Landmark example of the International Style.
Deck Woods
To build a better deck, be sure to choose a better wood. Here are our top picks for the best wood to use for decks and porches.
To build a better deck, be sure to choose a better wood. Here are our top picks for the best wood to use for decks and porches.
Tuntex Sky Tower
Also known as the Tuntex & Chien-Tai Tower, the T & C Tower, and 85 Skytower, the 85-floor Tuntex Sky Tower is the tallest building in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Also known as the Tuntex & Chien-Tai Tower, the T & C Tower, and 85 Skytower, the 85-floor Tuntex Sky Tower is the tallest building in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Art Deco
Art deco buildings embraced the machine age. Yet many features of the style were drawn from ancient Egypt. Learn about Art Deco architecture and explore our photos and resources.
Art deco buildings embraced the machine age. Yet many features of the style were drawn from ancient Egypt. Learn about Art Deco architecture and explore our photos and resources.
Historic House Plans - Building Plans for Old Houses
You can recreate a historic building, or you can design a modern home with the flavor of times gone by. Here are building plans and resources.
You can recreate a historic building, or you can design a modern home with the flavor of times gone by. Here are building plans and resources.
Architect
An architect is a licensed professional who specializes in organizing space. Architects design houses, office buildings, skyscrapers, landscapes, and even entire cities. Architects are trained in a wide variety of areas, from historic preservation to structural engineering. More...
An architect is a licensed professional who specializes in organizing space. Architects design houses, office buildings, skyscrapers, landscapes, and even entire cities. Architects are trained in a wide variety of areas, from historic preservation to structural engineering. More...
Craftsman Details
Craftsman houses often have thick, tapered porch posts, exposed roof rafters, and triangular brackets in the eaves. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Craftsman houses often have thick, tapered porch posts, exposed roof rafters, and triangular brackets in the eaves. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Picture Dictionary of Modern Architecture - minimalism
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate a variety of 20th century approaches to building design. The Minimalist home of Mexican architect Luis Barragán is reduced to dramatically lit lines and planes.
Modernism was not just another style - It presented a new way of thinking about architecture. These photos illustrate a variety of 20th century approaches to building design. The Minimalist home of Mexican architect Luis Barragán is reduced to dramatically lit lines and planes.