Architecture: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Pick House Colors
A guide to picking paint colors for your home, with color charts and other resources to help you choose house paint colors.
A guide to picking paint colors for your home, with color charts and other resources to help you choose house paint colors.
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.
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.
Home Design Software Programs
Anyone with a dream and a computer can draw floor plans, house elevations, and 3D pictures using these easy home design software programs. All of these programs are affordable, and some are even free.
Anyone with a dream and a computer can draw floor plans, house elevations, and 3D pictures using these easy home design software programs. All of these programs are affordable, and some are even free.
House Color Combinations
Is green too ordinary? Pink too bold? The answer depends on how you use the colors. These photo galleries will help you visualize color combinations on a variety of house styles.
Is green too ordinary? Pink too bold? The answer depends on how you use the colors. These photo galleries will help you visualize color combinations on a variety of house styles.
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.
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.
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.
Easter Island Statues
See photos and find information for the Easter Island Statues in Chile. The Easter Island Statues, or Moai, were finalists in the campaign to select the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for the Easter Island Statues in Chile. The Easter Island Statues, or Moai, were finalists in the campaign to select the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Roof Colors
Unless you plan to install a new roof, you'll want to choose paint colors that complement the color of your roof shingles. This cottage has a green roof, so the siding is painted a similar gray-green color. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Unless you plan to install a new roof, you'll want to choose paint colors that complement the color of your roof shingles. This cottage has a green roof, so the siding is painted a similar gray-green color. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Brick and Stone
A brick tower and a stone foundation inspired a rich color scheme for this Queen Anne Victorian.
A brick tower and a stone foundation inspired a rich color scheme for this Queen Anne Victorian.
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.
Subtle Colors
Author Harriet Beecher Stowe used subtle shades of green, without dramatic contrasts, for her Connecticut home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Author Harriet Beecher Stowe used subtle shades of green, without dramatic contrasts, for her Connecticut home. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
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.
Nature's Colors
A colorful garden inspired the paint color for this cheerful bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
A colorful garden inspired the paint color for this cheerful bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Wright's Red
Frank Lloyd Wright's signature color, Cherokee Red, harmonizes interior rooms with the natural colors of brick and wood. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Frank Lloyd Wright's signature color, Cherokee Red, harmonizes interior rooms with the natural colors of brick and wood. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Detail Colors
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.
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.
Dramatic Accents
What color should you paint your house? Darker shades are best for accenting recesses, while lighter tones will highlight details that project from the wall surface. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
What color should you paint your house? Darker shades are best for accenting recesses, while lighter tones will highlight details that project from the wall surface. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Classic White
White is a classic choice for stately buildings like the Colonial Revival Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, Connecticut. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
White is a classic choice for stately buildings like the Colonial Revival Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, Connecticut. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Colorful Cottages
When houses are clustered close together, they create a unified color scheme. Each home is distinct, but also part of a larger picture. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
When houses are clustered close together, they create a unified color scheme. Each home is distinct, but also part of a larger picture. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Balanced Color
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, well-balanced splashes 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, well-balanced splashes of cherry red add charm. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
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.
Jazzy Colors
You might quickly tire of green and pink, but it does attract shoppers to the antique shop located inside this bungalow in St. Augustine, Florida. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
You might quickly tire of green and pink, but it does attract shoppers to the antique shop located inside this bungalow in St. Augustine, Florida. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
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, colleges, and universities 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, colleges, and universities for architecture and to decide which school is right for you.
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.
Historic Colors
The coral and black color scheme at the historic Roseland Cottage is recreated from the original Victorian color palette. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
The coral and black color scheme at the historic Roseland Cottage is recreated from the original Victorian color palette. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Christ Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
See photos and find information for the Christ Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Christ Redeemer statue has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for the Christ Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Christ Redeemer statue has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Elvis Presley's Living Room
Visitors to Graceland, the Memphis home of Elvis Presley, can view the rock star's posh living room with glittering, mirrored walls.
Visitors to Graceland, the Memphis home of Elvis Presley, can view the rock star's posh living room with glittering, mirrored walls.
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.
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.
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."
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?
1600s - 1950s: Colonial Cape Cod
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.
Build on a Budget
How much will your new house cost? Maybe less than you think. Here's how to cut costs without compromising comfort and beauty.
How much will your new house cost? Maybe less than you think. Here's how to cut costs without compromising comfort and beauty.
1600 - 1900: 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.
1625 - mid-1800s: 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.
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.
House Paint Encyclopedia
Tips, techniques, and tools for exterior house painting, painting interior rooms, and solving common house paint problems. Also, information to help you select house paint color schemes and paint finishes.
Tips, techniques, and tools for exterior house painting, painting interior rooms, and solving common house paint problems. Also, information to help you select house paint color schemes and paint finishes.
Gray Green Bungalow
Crisp white trim brings out the richness of the gray green stucco on this down-to-earth California Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Crisp white trim brings out the richness of the gray green stucco on this down-to-earth California Bungalow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
1690s - 1830: Georgian Colonial 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.
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.
Brick and Shingle House
Craftsman houses were not usually made with brick, but the stickwork around the porch and the exposed rafter ends are hallmarks of the style. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Craftsman houses were not usually made with brick, but the stickwork around the porch and the exposed rafter ends are hallmarks of the style. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
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.
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.
Spooky Buildings
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, you have to agree: some buildings possess an eerie atmosphere. The buildings listed here are among the world's spookiest.
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, you have to agree: some buildings possess an eerie atmosphere. The buildings listed here are among the world's spookiest.
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.
1700 - 1860: 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.
1600s - 1740: 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.
Stucco
Definition, information, and photo for the term "Stucco"
Definition, information, and photo for the term "Stucco"
1600s - mid-1800s: 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.
1876 - 1955: Colonial Revival
Expressing American patriotism and a return to classical architectural styles, Colonial Revival became a standard style in the 20th century.
Expressing American patriotism and a return to classical architectural styles, Colonial Revival became a standard style in the 20th century.
HardiPlank
HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about durable cement siding and cement siding materials.
HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about durable cement siding and cement siding materials.
1965 - present: 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.
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."
Romantic Castles
For castle lovers everywhere, here's a roundup of the world's most romantic castles, with links to photos and resources.
For castle lovers everywhere, here's a roundup of the world's most romantic castles, with links to photos and resources.
1780 - 1840: Federal and Adam House Styles
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.
Red Brick with Green
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.
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.
Deck Woods
To build a better deck or porch, 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 or porch, be sure to choose a better wood. Here are our top picks for the best wood to use for decks and porches.
Buy House Plans
Every new home begins with a plan. Some home buyers hire an architect to create a custom design. Others purchase stock plans from a building plans publisher. Which option is right for you? Begin your search by exploring these five options.
Every new home begins with a plan. Some home buyers hire an architect to create a custom design. Others purchase stock plans from a building plans publisher. Which option is right for you? Begin your search by exploring these five options.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Moss Green Shingles
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.
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.
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.
Neverland Ranch
Michael Jackson turned a 2,676 acre property into a Disneyesque fantasyland at Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara County, California
Michael Jackson turned a 2,676 acre property into a Disneyesque fantasyland at Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara County, California
The Most Beautiful House
In a compelling narrative, architect and scholar Witold Rybczynski describes how he started out to build a boat shed and ended up with a new home. Book review by Jackie Craven.
In a compelling narrative, architect and scholar Witold Rybczynski describes how he started out to build a boat shed and ended up with a new home. Book review by Jackie Craven.
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.
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.
Forest Green in Poland
Eye-popping psychedelic green makes a statement in this San Francisco neighborhood. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Eye-popping psychedelic green makes a statement in this San Francisco neighborhood. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
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
Statue of Liberty in New York, USA
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."
Eiffel Tower in Paris (La Tour Eiffel)
See photos and find information for the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The Eiffel Tower was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The Eiffel Tower was a finalist in the campaign to choose the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
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.
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.
Dutch Colonial Revival House
With its distinctive gambrel roof, the Amityville Horror House in Amityville, New York is a classic example of the Dutch Colonial Revival style.
With its distinctive gambrel roof, the Amityville Horror House in Amityville, New York is a classic example of the Dutch Colonial Revival style.
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.
Cream and Olive
Olive green is a natural complement for the cream-colored siding on this Prairie Style home.
Olive green is a natural complement for the cream-colored siding on this Prairie Style home.
Plan of Ancient Babylon
US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
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.
Cotswold Cottage Colors
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.
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.
Classic 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.
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."
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
Frank Lloyd Wright House Plans
You can build a house that is inspired by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Listed here are reputable house plan publishers that offer Prairie, Craftsman, Usonian, and other styles championed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
You can build a house that is inspired by the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Listed here are reputable house plan publishers that offer Prairie, Craftsman, Usonian, and other styles championed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
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.
Red and Green
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.
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.
Cottage Building Plan Books
Nothing says peace, tranquility, and relaxation better than a cottage. These great resources will help you plan and build your own dream cottage.
Nothing says peace, tranquility, and relaxation better than a cottage. These great resources will help you plan and build your own dream cottage.
Ancient City of Babylon
Marines approach the ancient city of Babylon in Iraq. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Marines approach the ancient city of Babylon in Iraq. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Colonial Cream Cape Cod
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.
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.
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.
Craftsman Foursquare House
Sided in stucco, this Foursquare house has elaborate Craftsman stickwork around the porch.
Sided in stucco, this Foursquare house has elaborate Craftsman stickwork around the porch.
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.
Antebellum
The term Antebellum stirs thoughts of Tara, the palatial plantation home featured in Gone with the Wind. Definition of Antebellum, with resources and links, from our Architecture Glossary.
The term Antebellum stirs thoughts of Tara, the palatial plantation home featured in Gone with the Wind. Definition of Antebellum, with resources and links, from our Architecture Glossary.
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.
Cape Cod House With Dormers
Small, economical Cape Cod houses were built all across America during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, but the Cape Cod style began centuries before in colonial New England. Twentieth century Cape Cod houses were often given large dormers and decorative shutters.
Small, economical Cape Cod houses were built all across America during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, but the Cape Cod style began centuries before in colonial New England. Twentieth century Cape Cod houses were often given large dormers and decorative shutters.
Ancient Walls of Babylon
In its glory, Babylon was surrounded by thick masonry walls ornamented with images of the ancient God of Marduk. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
In its glory, Babylon was surrounded by thick masonry walls ornamented with images of the ancient God of Marduk. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Two-story Craftsman House
Many Craftsman houses have thick, pyramid-shaped porch columns. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Many Craftsman houses have thick, pyramid-shaped porch columns. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Aerial View of Saddam Hussein's Palace
In this photo taken from a helicopter, you can see Saddam Hussein's Presidential Palace and important sites from ancient Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
In this photo taken from a helicopter, you can see Saddam Hussein's Presidential Palace and important sites from ancient Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
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.
Taj Mahal in Agra, India
See photos and find information for the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. The Taj Mahal has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. The Taj Mahal has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Sacramento 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.
Craftsman Cottage
Craftsman houses often have window boxes supported by wooden brackets. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Craftsman houses often have window boxes supported by wooden brackets. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
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.
Presley Headstone at Graceland
Rock star Elvis Presley was originally buried at Forest Hill Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee. Someone tried to steal his remains, so his body was moved to the "Meditation Garden" on his estate at Graceland.
Rock star Elvis Presley was originally buried at Forest Hill Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee. Someone tried to steal his remains, so his body was moved to the "Meditation Garden" on his estate at Graceland.
Yellow and Green
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.
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.
Chichen Itza in Yucatan, Mexico
See photos and find information for Chichen Itza in Yucatan, Mexico. Chichen Itza has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for Chichen Itza in Yucatan, Mexico. Chichen Itza has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
September 11 Timeline
Five days after the terrorist attacks, ruins of the World Trade Center buildings still smoldered. This photo essay gives a timeline and step-by-step chronology of the destruction of the World Trade Center Towers.
Five days after the terrorist attacks, ruins of the World Trade Center buildings still smoldered. This photo essay gives a timeline and step-by-step chronology of the destruction of the World Trade Center Towers.
Ishtar Gate (Reproduction)
Reproduction of the legendary Ishtar Gate (Bab Ishtar) in Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Reproduction of the legendary Ishtar Gate (Bab Ishtar) in Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Bright Yellow Neo-Colonial
Colonial styles are usually conservative, but this Neo-Colonial is sunshine yellow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Colonial styles are usually conservative, but this Neo-Colonial is sunshine yellow. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Painted Craftsman House
Craftsman houses were not originally painted bright colors like this one. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
Craftsman houses were not originally painted bright colors like this one. This photo gallery shows a variety of houses with Craftsman handiwork.
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.
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
Yellow and Red
This house in Germany turned dramatic when painted yellow with red accents. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
This house in Germany turned dramatic when painted yellow with red accents. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Craftsman Bungalow in Idaho
Craftsman Bungalows often have low roofs that slope down toward the front of the house. This photo gallery shows a variety of bungalow houses.
Craftsman Bungalows often have low roofs that slope down toward the front of the house. This photo gallery shows a variety of bungalow houses.
King Nebuchadnezzar's Palace in Ancient Babylon
In these helicopter views, you can see ancient ruins of King Nebuchadnezzar's palace. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
In these helicopter views, you can see ancient ruins of King Nebuchadnezzar's palace. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Build Your Home
A builder may pour the foundation and raise the roof, but only you can make your new house a home. A seasoned architect offers tips to help you avoid costly and heartbreaking mistakes.
A builder may pour the foundation and raise the roof, but only you can make your new house a home. A seasoned architect offers tips to help you avoid costly and heartbreaking mistakes.
Ancient Coliseum of Babylon
The ancient coliseum of Babylon was rebuilt by Saddam Hussein's labor force. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
The ancient coliseum of Babylon was rebuilt by Saddam Hussein's labor force. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
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.
Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany
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."
Home Design Trends
Architects, engineers, and designers are creating new housing styles to accommodate the way we live and think today. Look for these top home design trends.
Architects, engineers, and designers are creating new housing styles to accommodate the way we live and think today. Look for these top home design trends.
Cape Cod With Stone Siding
Small, economical Cape Cod houses were built all across America during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, but the Cape Cod style began centuries before in colonial New England. The owners of this traditional 20th century Cape Cod house gave it a brand new look by adding mock stone facing.
Small, economical Cape Cod houses were built all across America during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, but the Cape Cod style began centuries before in colonial New England. The owners of this traditional 20th century Cape Cod house gave it a brand new look by adding mock stone facing.
Vanderbilt Marble House
Railroad baron William K. Vanderbilt spared no expense when he built a house for his wife's birthday.
Railroad baron William K. Vanderbilt spared no expense when he built a house for his wife's birthday.
Colosseum in Rome, Italy
See photos and find information for the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. The Colsseum has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. The Colsseum has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
Original Walls of Babylon
In 604 to 562 B.C., thick masonry walls were built around Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
In 604 to 562 B.C., thick masonry walls were built around Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Saddam Hussein's Presidential Palace
Taken from a helicopter, this photo shows an aerial view of Saddam's Presidential Palace. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Taken from a helicopter, this photo shows an aerial view of Saddam's Presidential Palace. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
House Plan Collections
These house plan catalogs include illustrations for popular house styles along with floor plans and elevation drawings. Find a house plan you like, and you can order the blueprints.
These house plan catalogs include illustrations for popular house styles along with floor plans and elevation drawings. Find a house plan you like, and you can order the blueprints.
What is a gable - Architecture Glossary
Definition and illustration for the term GABLE: architecture glossary arttoday porches illustration triangle
Definition and illustration for the term GABLE: architecture glossary arttoday porches illustration triangle
Leaf Green Ranch
Nestled on a shaded lot in Austin, Texas, this Ranch style house is painted a leafy green. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Nestled on a shaded lot in Austin, Texas, this Ranch style house is painted a leafy green. Browse our gallery of house paint pictures for more color ideas.
Dutch Colonial Revival Bungalow
A gambrel-shaped roof give this modest bungalow characteristics of a Dutch Colonial Revival home.
A gambrel-shaped roof give this modest bungalow characteristics of a Dutch Colonial Revival home.
Yellow and White
The paint colors on this bungalow are drawn from the yellow and blue flowers blooming in the front yard.
The paint colors on this bungalow are drawn from the yellow and blue flowers blooming in the front yard.
Al Kadhimain Mosque
Shown here: Al Kadhimain Mosque, Baghdad, Iraq. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Shown here: Al Kadhimain Mosque, Baghdad, Iraq. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
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...
Architect
Definition for the word architect with examples and resources to help you select an architect for your building and design project.
Definition for the word architect with examples and resources to help you select an architect for your building and design project.
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.
Machu Picchu in Peru
See photos and find information for Machu Picchu in Peru. Machu Picchu in Peru has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
See photos and find information for Machu Picchu in Peru. Machu Picchu in Peru has been named one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World."
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.
Austin Stone
Definition and photo for the term "Austin Stone"
Definition and photo for the term "Austin Stone"
MYSTERY HOUSE - Paint Colors for Stucco and Brick
Paint colors for stucco and brick - View photos and share responses to questions about houses and architectural styles.
Paint colors for stucco and brick - View photos and share responses to questions about houses and architectural styles.
Stucco-sided Bungalow
Craftsman houses usually have triangular braces in the eaves. This photo gallery shows a variety of bungalow houses.
Craftsman houses usually have triangular braces in the eaves. This photo gallery shows a variety of bungalow houses.
Saddam's Babylonian Palace
From the ancient palace of Nebuchadnezzar to a lavish new palace for himself, Saddam Hussein used architecture to awe and intimidate. Here's an inside look at Saddam Hussein's enormous palace in Babylon.
From the ancient palace of Nebuchadnezzar to a lavish new palace for himself, Saddam Hussein used architecture to awe and intimidate. Here's an inside look at Saddam Hussein's enormous palace in Babylon.
Astors' Beechwood Mansion
For 25 years during the Gilded Age, Astors' Beechwood Mansion was at the center of Newport society, with Mrs. Astor as its queen.
For 25 years during the Gilded Age, Astors' Beechwood Mansion was at the center of Newport society, with Mrs. Astor as its queen.
Queen Anne Bungalow?
This playful little house looks like a Queen Anne Victorian, but if you examine the roof you can see the outlines of its true nature. Behind the towers, spindles, and gingerbread, the house is a bungalow with a low, sloping roof and other typical bungaloid features.
This playful little house looks like a Queen Anne Victorian, but if you examine the roof you can see the outlines of its true nature. Behind the towers, spindles, and gingerbread, the house is a bungalow with a low, sloping roof and other typical bungaloid features.
Floor Plan Tools
Where can your find tools to draw a simple floorplan? Find answers here.
Where can your find tools to draw a simple floorplan? Find answers here.
Mediterranean Style 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.
Procession Street in Babylon
Views of Saddam Hussein's palace and the ancient palace of King Nebuchadnezzar can be seen from Procession Street. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Views of Saddam Hussein's palace and the ancient palace of King Nebuchadnezzar can be seen from Procession Street. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
Eaves
An eave is the edge of a roof ... Illustrated definition of the word Eave from our Architecture Glossary.
An eave is the edge of a roof ... Illustrated definition of the word Eave from our Architecture Glossary.
Energy-Efficient Design
Slash your utility bills and help the environment through energy-efficient design. These resources will help you save energy when you build a new house or remodel the home you have now.
Slash your utility bills and help the environment through energy-efficient design. These resources will help you save energy when you build a new house or remodel the home you have now.
Walls of Babylon Rebuit
New bricks stand atop ancient foundations at the wall of Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.
New bricks stand atop ancient foundations at the wall of Babylon. US military personnel and relief workers have contributed these remarkable photographs of ancient ruins, mosques, palaces, and other great buildings in Babylon, Baghdad, and other parts of Iraq.