House Styles
Find out the architectural style of your home and learn about the history of your home. Begin with the comprehensive Home Styles Guide, then explore other topics to learn about the details that make your home special. Want more? Browse our Showcase Galleries and join the conversation in one of our House Style Workshops.
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Home Styles Guide
Filled with photos, floor plans, and other resources, this comprehensive guide traces the development of residential architecture in North America from the Colonial era up to modern times, with links to facts and photos for the major housing styles.
House Style Books
These great books are packed with pictures and facts to help you identify and learn about the major styles of residential architecture in North America.
Architectural Style 101
Even the most comprehensive style guide may leave you feeling confused. Most homes don't fit easily into one particular style category. Here's why.
House Styles Survey
Tudor, Craftsman, and Prairie styles continue to rank high in our annual survey of favorite house styles. Learn about the styles our readers prefer, and add your vote.
Neotraditional House Styles
Even if your house is brand new, it may have features of historic styes. Learn about neotraditional ideas in housing design.
McMansions & Other Big Houses
Big houses are sometimes called McMansions, but these enormous homes are about more than size. Find out what a McMansion is... and is not.
Modern and Postmodern Houses
Browse this photo gallery for bold, innovative ideas in residential architecture. The houses shown here are designed by some of the world's most prominent architects.
Cobblestone Houses
Stone houses can be found in many parts of the world, but New York's cobblestone houses are unique. Learn more about these interesting and original buildings.
American Bungalow Styles
The word bungalow can describe a wide range of housing types and styles. What style is your bungalow? This guide will help you find the answer.