Articles Index
Tomb of the Unknowns, Arlington National Cemetery
Learn the history and meaning of the Tomb of the Unknowns (the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier) at Arlington National Cemetery.
Olmsted Escapes
Frederick Law Olmsted's landscape architecture business grew with his sons takeover. The Olmsted legacy endures through the many public parks being preserved for everyone's enjoyment.
Ranch House Plans for 1950s America
Small home plans can be useful anytime. What typical ranch style house plans were published in 1950s American pattern books? As men and women returned home from WWII, real estate developers were eager to sell dreams of family and home ownership. In a new century, these same plans can be modified for a retiring generation of Baby Boomers.
Cape Cod House Plans for 1950s America
What typical Cape Cod style house plans were published in 1950s American publications? As men and women returned home from WWII, real estate developers were eager to sell dreams of family and home ownership.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) Building, Broad Street, New York City
Examine the architecture of the 1903 New York Stock Exchange building on Broad Street in New York City. Neo-classical design is described in a photographic essay about this historic building.
I.M. Pei - The Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University
Join us for a photo tour of the remarkable Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University, designed by I.M. Pei and his firm, Pei Cobb Freed & Partners.
Designing the Tate Modern
The Bankside Power Plant on London's South Bank was transformed when Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, winners of the 2001 Pritzker Prize, created the new Gallery of Modern Art for the Tate Museum.
How Ireland Inspired the White House
This building in Ireland is a near twin to America's White House. Why?
Discover Cast-Iron Architecture
Cast-iron architecture is not your mother's frying pan. What, where, when, who, and why are answered about this 19th century building trend.
Wang Shu Portfolio 1999–2010
Discover a decade of architecture by Pritzker Prize Laureate Wang Shu, showing why the Pritzker jury selected this Chinese architect in 2012.
Oheka Castle on Long Island, New York
Learn the fascinating history of Otto Kahn's lavish Gilded Age mansion, Oheka Castle, on Long Island in Huntington, New York.
Gisela Bennati House
Architect Rudolf Schindler pioneered the A-frame style when he built a mountain home for Giesla Bennati. Learn more and see photo.
Walking Down Wall Street
Join us for a walking tour of Wall Street and learn about the architecture of Wall Street building.
Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Showcase the architectural features of your home with outdoor Christmas decorations, Christmas lights, and holiday decorations. Here's how.
Celebration, Florida
Celebration, Florida is a planned community created by a real estate division of The Walt Disney Company. Learn about the architecture in Celebration, FL and see photos.
The White House in Washington D.C.
Like the presidency itself, the White House in Washington, DC has seen conflict, controversy, and surprising transformations.
How Engineers Stop Floods: High-Tech Solutions for Flood Control
Every year a community in some part of the world is devastated by catastrophic flooding. Seeking solutions, civil engineers are looking at high-tech flood control systems used in Japan, England, the Netherlands, and other low-lying countries.
Art Deco Architecture
With their cubic forms and zigzag designs, Art Deco buildings embraced the machine age.
House Styles in New Orleans and the Mississippi Valley
Houses in New Orleans and the Mississippi Valley combine building traditions from France, the Caribbean, and many other parts of the world. Join us for a photo tour of house styles in New Orleans and the Mississippi Valley.
Gothic Architecture
From the Saint-Denis Cathedral in France to the Altneuschul (Old-New) Synagogue in Prague, Gothic architecture brought innovative new approaches to construction.
Second Empire Architecture: History and Photos
How to identify a Victorian home in the Second Empire Style, with photos.
The Sydney Opera House by Jorn Utzon
The Sydney Opera House by Jorn Utzon broke all the rules when it won an international competition in 1957. Today, this Modern Expressionist building is one of the most famous and most photographed structures of the modern era. Join us for a photo tour.
The Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, St. Augustine, Florida
This tiny house in Saint Augustine, Florida is thought to be the oldest wood school building in the United States. By examining its construction, you can see how buildings were made in America's colonies.
House Style Mystery #28
The owner of this 1924 house wonders whether it is a Cape Cod or a Craftsman Bungalow. Explore these resources.
What Style Is It?
You may find it difficult to describe the architectural style of the houses and buildings you see. Here's why, with tips and resources.