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Jackie's Architecture Blog August 2006 Archive

By Jackie Craven, About.com Guide to Architecture since 1999

After Katrina

Tuesday August 29, 2006
A year after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, I'm thinking of all that was lost, but I am also grateful for the historic buildings that were saved. Lost Architecture in Mississippi French ... Read More

When the Levees Failed

Monday August 28, 2006
Many people say that Hurricane Katrina would not have caused so much damage in New Orleans if the levees had been stronger. Now, the White House reports that the levees ... Read More

Russia's Lost Dome

Sunday August 27, 2006
The fire that gutted Trinity Cathedral in St. Petersburg, Russia destroyed one of the world's largest wooden cupolas. Constructed between 1828 and 1835, the Cathedral had been undergoing restoration. Russia ... Read More

Katrina House Kits

Friday August 25, 2006
For yet another type of affordable emergency housing, check out the "preHAB" houses designed by students and faculty from the University of Virginia. The team worked with Habitat for Humanity ... Read More

Hurricane-Proof Architecture

Tuesday August 15, 2006
It's been almost a year since Hurricane Katrina plowed into New Orleans, and we're all wondering what this year's round of storms will bring. Which buildings have the best ... Read More

House Helpline: A Curious Square

Friday August 11, 2006
Knowing the architectural style can help with remodeling and decorating decisions. The owners of this hilltop home are eager to begin work, but first they wonder - What is it? Learn ... Read More

The Inconvenient Truth About American Houses

Monday August 7, 2006
The other night on CBS, 60 Minutes aired their scary global warming report followed by a reprisal of their funny but sad commentary on American housing. Our houses are "growing ... Read More

Disney Architecture

Thursday August 3, 2006
The children next door are planning a trip to Disney World, and I wish I could go along. Not for the rides - no roller coasters for me! - but ... Read More

The Poor, Rich Astors

Tuesday August 1, 2006
The Astor estate in Maine is the focus of high drama as family members go to battle over its fate. But in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island, the historic Beechwood Mansion, ... Read More

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