Jackie's Architecture Blog August 2004 Archive

Tomorrow's homes may be made of glass and steel... or they may resemble shelters built by our prehistoric ancestors. Architects and engineers are taking a new look at ancient building ... Read More

This stately home is painted pink and needs to be changed, says the prospective buyer. What colors do you pick? • Solve this mystery • See more Houses

There's a Spanish flair to this interesting home, but some readers say it has Tudor details. Is it a Mission style house... or something else? • Solve This Mystery • The Mission House Style • Spanish ... Read More

If your summer travels take you to St. Augustine, Florida, don't forget to stop by the school house. It's supposed to be the oldest school made of wood in the ... Read More

At first glance, the ramshackle building in St. Augustine may look like a movie set. But records show that the tiny house is the oldest wooden school building in the ... Read More

The neighbors call it a "Victorian," but is it? Learn more about the house... What is a Victorian? Join the discussion

New York-based architect Cameron Sinclair, who runs Architecture for Humanity, has spearheaded building projects in some of the world's most troubled areas. • Read an interview with Cameron Sinclair in Wired ... Read More

Building a new home begins long before the foundation is poured. Check out these five important steps. They'll help you save money and avoid mistakes.