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16th
century buildings along the Vltava River in Prague
Under the
Charles Bridge, golden buildings set on the shore of a shallow branch of the
Vltava river in Prague.
1900s
Puzzler - Mystery House Style
The owner
asks about the style of this unusual house built in the early 1900s. Explore
these resources, and send us your questions and ideas.
1920s
stucco house style
The owner
asks about the style of this 1920s stucco home. What's your guess? Explore our
directory of house styles, and send us your questions and ideas.
20th
Century Architecture and Modernism
These resources
define the most important ideas that influenced architectural design in the
twentieth century. They explore Art Moderne and the Bauhaus school coined by
Walter Gropius, and move through Deconstructivism, Formalism, Modernism, Structuralism
300-Year-Old
Live Oak Trees Frame Oak Alley Plantation
Named for
the stunning, quarter-mile double row of 28 live oaks, Oak Alley Plantation
(L'Allée des chênes) in Louisiana is a landmark example of antebellum
architecture.
A
Castle Built For Love Boldt Castle
Boldt Castle
in the Thousand Islands was built for love, and no expense was spared
A
Clearing In The Distance: Frederick Law Olmsted and America in the Nineteenth
Century book review
About.com's
guide to Architecture reviews A Clearing In The Distance: Frederick Law Olmsted
and America in the Nineteenth Century by Witold Rybczynski
A
Field Guide to American Houses book review by "Architecture" guide
from About.com
About's guide
to Architecture reviews A Field Guide to American Houses by Virginia McAlester
and Lee McAlester
A
Recycled Castle Hay-on-Wye Wales
A tour of
Hay Castle, Wales, and a conversation with owner Richard Booth, with photos
and links.
About Architecture and Home Design
and House Building
Your starting
place for exploring all aspects of architecture and home design, including house
plans, architectural styles, ancient architecture, victorian houses, bridges,
skyscrapers, schools, careers and more, with features, photos, directories,
net links
About
Breakers Mansion - Newport Guilded Age Home by Richard Morris Hunt
Breakers
Mansion, or 'Breakers,' is the largest and most elaborate of Newport's Gilded
Age cottages. It was commissioned by Cornelius Vanderbilt II and designed by
architect Richard Morris Hunt.
About
Richard Taylor - Architecture
Biography
of Richard Taylor, AIA, guest writer for the architecture site at About.
About
Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown - Contemporary Architects
Your starting
place for exploring the postmodern architecture of Robert Venturi and Denise
Scott Brown, with facts, photos, and links
About
the A-Frame House Style
With a dramatic,
sloping roof and cozy living quarters, an A-frame style house is ideal for wintery
regions with lots of snow. Here are characteristics of the style, along with
photos and resources.
About
the Cape Cod House Style
Do you live
in a modest, one-story dwelling like the one shown here? Be proud! Your home
represents one of New England's most significant contributions to American architecture:
the
About
the Imaginative Tudor Revival and Medieval Revival House Styles
With heavy
chimneys and decorative half-timbering, Tudor revival houses have a decidedly
medieval flavor. Learn more about this handsome style and its many imaginative
variations. Find photos, links, and resources.
About
the Ranch And Rambler Style House
One-story
Ranch style homes are so simple, some critics say they have no style. But there's
more than meets the eye to these suburban classics. Here 's the story behind
the no-nonsense houses we call American Ranch, Western Ranch, or California
Rambler.
Academic
Resources for Architecture
Begin your
search for information on architecture in education here. Included in this directory
are schools, school rankings, study aids for architecture students, student
papers and portfolios, research projects and other academic resources.
Adaptive
Reuse and Historic Restoration
Old buildings
often outlive their original purposes. [i]Adaptive Reuse[/i]is a process that
adapts buildings for new uses while retaining their historic features. Follow
these links to see some famous examples of adaptive re-use, and to find out
how adapt
Addison
Mizner - Resort Architect
Explore the
life and works of Florida architect Addison Mizner, who became famous for his
Spanish Colonial inspired buildings and his resort architecture. Here are facts,
photos and resources.
Addison
Mizner - Resort Architect
Your starting
place for exploring the life and works of Addison Mizner, noted for his Florida
Resort architecture.
ADOBE
HOUSE BUILDING PLAN BOOKS
It's often
said that once you live in a home made from the earth, you won't settle for
anything else. Beautiful and practical, today's adobe homes combine ancient
techniques with modern technologies. To build your own, start with these helpful
how-to guid
Adobe
Houses and Earth Construction
Although
the word is often used to describe an architectural style, adobe is actually
a building material. Here are facts and resources.
Adobe
Houses and House Plans and Photos and Resources
Adobe homes
are built with bricks made of tightly compacted earth, clay and straw. Here
are facts, photos and resources.
ADOBE
PICTURE BOOKS
Combining
comfort, adaptability, tradition, and personal expression with a feeling of
being sheltered by mother earth, adobe homes are a natural choice for anyone
who is concerned with eco-friendly design. Below are our choices for the finest
"coffee
Adolf
Loos - Architect
Information
and photos for the Viennese master architect Adolf Loos.
Affordable
Cottage by architect Rick Thompson
This week's
featured house plan is an affordable house by an architect who has designed
homes for Habitat for Humanity.
Affordable
Cottage by architect Rick Thompson
This week's
featured house plan is an affordable house by an architect who has designed
homes for Habitat for Humanity.
After
Architectural Investigation
This portion
of Preservation Brief 35 describes what to do with your old house after the
architectural investigation is completed.
Aladdin
mail order pre-cut house in the bungalow style
Historic
advertisement and floor plan for an Aladdin mail order pre-cut house kit in
the bungalow style.
Aladdin
Pre-Cut Homes from Aladdin - The Hudson
Historic
advertisement and floor plan for an Aladdin mail order pre-cut house kit in
the American foursquare style.
Aldo
Rossi - Architect
Your source
for information about Pritzker Prize winning architect Aldo Rossi, with biographies,
photos and additional resources.
Alternative
and Art Magazines for Architecture and Design
Use this
directory to find alternative and art magazines which explore architecture and
design.
Alvar
Aalto - Architect
Explore the
work of Finnish architect Alvar Aalto with these biographies, photos and resources.
Alvar
Aalto Father of Modern Scandinavian Architecture
Your starting
place for exploring the life and works of Alvar Aalto, known for his architectural
collages of texture and color and light.
American
architect Cass Gilbert
A major exhibit
and a fascinating new book celebrate the work of forgotten master, Cass Gilbert.
American
Colonial Architecture
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in the American colonies, with facts, photos
and resources.
American
Country Building Design: Rediscovered Plans for 19th Century Farmhouses, Cottages,
Landscapes, Barns, Carriage Houses & Outbuildings book review
About's guide
to Architecture reviews American Country Building Design: Rediscovered Plans
for 19th Century Farmhouses, Cottages, Landscapes, Barns, Carriage Houses &
Outbuildings by Donald J. Berg
American
Federal or Adam Style House
Is your home
patriotic? If you live in a Federal style house, then it reflects ideas that
were growing favor during the founding of the United States. Here are characteristics
of the style, along with photos and resources.
American
Four Square Quandary
A reader
wonders about authentic decorating styles for her 1915 Four Square home. Photo
and resources.
American
Foursquare Articles
Links to
information about the American Foursquare house style.
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 157
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 157,
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 158
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 158
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 52
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 52.
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - The Alhambra
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the Alhambra, model 2090
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - The Castleton
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the Castleton, model C227
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - The Chelsea
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the Chelsea, model 111
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - The Hamilton
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the Hamilton, models 102 and 150
American
Foursquare Floor Plans - Sears - The Hillrose
From our
directory of American Foursquare floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern
Homes Mail Order Catalog shows the Hillrose, model C189
AMERICAN
FOURSQUARE FLOOR 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 popul
American
Foursquare House Style
Your source
for information, photos and building plans for the American Foursquare, also
known as Prairie Box, Seattle Box, Box House, Double Decker, Double Cube and
the Denver Square.
American
Foursquare Photo Gallery
Browse our
gallery of photographs of classic American Foursquare homes submitted by our
readers.
AMERICAN
ROADSIDE ARCHITECTURE AND GOOGIE
Take a virtual
tour along America's roads and highways: Here are photos and discussions of
America's billboards, neon signs, diners, shopping plazas and comical googie
architecture.
Ancient
Architecture in Egypt
Explore the
pyramids, tombs and other great architecture of ancient Egypt. These resources
have photographs, diagrams, construction details and histories.
Ancient
Architecture in Egypt and Greece and Rome and Mespotamia 3000-337 BC
Explore the
great temples, tombs and buildings of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, and other
ancient civilizations, from 3000 BC to 337 AD.
Ancient
Architecture in Greece and Crete
Your source
for information about the art and architecture of ancient Greece, including
Crete, Mycenae, Acropolis, the Parthenon and ancient Athens.
Andrea
Palladio - Books
Much has
been written about the architecture of Andrea Palladio. Here's a selection of
books recommended by your Guide to Architecture.
Andrea
Palladio - Renaissance Architect
Explore the
life and works of Renaissance Architect Andrea Palladio, whose Palladian style
continues to be copied today. Here are facts and photos.
Andrea
Palladio Renaissance Architect
Your starting
place for exploring the life and works of Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio
Anna
Stern House - Richard Neutra
The Anna
Stern House is a good example of the houses that Richard Neutra designed throughout
the 1930s in the International Style.
Antebellum
Architecture - Classical Revival Plantation Homes
The term
Antebellum stirs thoughts of Tara, the palatial plantation home featured in
Gone with the Wind. From grand, pillared Greek Revival mansions to stately Federal
style estates, America's antebellum architecture reflects power and idealism.
Antoni
Gaudí - Surrealist Architect
Explore the
life and works of Spanish Surrealist architect Antoni Gaudí. These resources
include biographies, criticism and photos of his buildings.
Appropriate
Methods for Reducing Lead-Paint Hazards in Historic Housing Almost every historic
house contains some lead-based paint. Here's how to deal with it.
Appropriate
Methods for Reducing Lead-Paint Hazards in Historic Housing Almost every historic
house contains some lead-based paint. Here's how to deal with it. dealing with
lead paint hazards
Arata
Isozaki - Architect
Explore the
yin yang theories of modernist architect Arata Isozaki. Here are photos and
resources.
Arata
Isozaki Architect
Your starting
place for exploring the architecture of Arata Isozaki, with facts and photos.
Arc
de Triomphe de l'Étoile - Paris, France
Commissioned
by Napoléon I to commemorate his military conquests, the Arc de Triomphe is
the world's largest triumphal arch. Architect Jean François Thérèse Chalgrin's
creation is twice the size of the ancient Roman Arch of Constantine after which
it is m
Archbishop's
Palace in Prague
The Archbishop's
Palace in Hradcany was built on the foundations of a Renaissance home in Prague.
Photos and commentary.
Architects
: Masters - Architecture - Net Links
Net links
to information about the world's greatest architects, with biographies, photos,
and additional resources, from your Guide to architecture.
Architects
Design Tomorrow's Schools for Computer Technology
Computer
technologies and new approaches to learning make traditional classroom configurations
impractical. Here's a peek at tomorrow's schools, with design guidelines and
resources.
Architects
in the United States
Directories
of architects and architecture firms in the United States, with names, phone
numbers, Web sites and email addresses.
Architects
Kosovo Shelter Contest
Listed here
are the contest guidelines for a competition to build emergency shelters for
victims of the war in Kosova, sponsored by the French firm, LaFabrique.
Architects
Masters
information
about the world's greatest architects, with biographies, photos, and additional
resources.
Architectural
Investigation - Keeping a Record
This portion
of Preservation Brief 35 describes how to keep a good record of your historic
house research.
Architectural
Museums and Exhibits
Explore these
museums for photos, models, drawings, prints and other resources related to
architecture and architecture history.
Architectural
Salvage
Find used
or antique building parts for your remodeling or construction project. These
resources tell you how and where.
Architectural
Salvage - page 2 of 2
Find used
or antique building parts for your remodeling or construction project. These
resources tell you how and where.
Architectural
Salvage Centers
Find rare
building materials at an Architectural Salvage Center
Architectural
Supplies
A select
listing of companies selling architectural supplies, parts, and materials
Architectural
Supplies - page 2 of 2
A select
listing of companies selling architectural supplies, parts, and materials
Architecture
101
This page
is your introduction to the world of architecture. Discover great buildings
and structures, learn about famous builders and designers and see how our buildings
have changed through history.
Architecture
and Art Activities
These lesson
plans and learning activities use building design to explore concepts of shape,
form, perspective and pattern.
Architecture
and Building Design Books and Publishers and House Plans
Your starting
place for finding books and other print materials related to architecture, building
design and urban planning.
Architecture
and Building Trades Organizations
Organizations
for architects, builders, contractors, urban planners and other professionals
in the building trades, with links to organizations for architecture students,
historic preservation and related fields
Architecture
and Design Gifts
Find unusual
and useful gifts for architects and builders, new homeowners and old house rehabbers,
and anyone with a fascination for buildings and design.
Architecture
and Furniture - Chairs
The greatest
architects of the twentieth century did not stop at buildings. They designed
lamps, tables, sofas, beds and chairs. And whether designing a high-rise or
a footstool, they expressed the same lofty ideals.
Architecture
and Language Arts
Nearly every
aspect of building design will lend itself to creative writing and reading activities.
Here are a few ideas.
Architecture
and Sex Introduction
Architecture,
Sensuality, Sexuality and Gender are deeply related, say architects and designers.
Architecture
and Sex Quiz
Are architecture,
sex and gender related? Take this sex and architecture quiz
Architecture
and Social Studies
Use this
directory to find ideas and general resources for combining social studies,
geography and history lessons with discussion of architecture and building design.
Teaching aids for all ages.
Architecture
Archives & Photo Databases
Index of
online photo archives, databases, 3-D graphics and image files showcasing historic
and contemporary architecture.
Architecture
Book Publishers
The following
publishers specialize in books on architecture and building design.
Architecture
Books and Magazines and Journals and Publishers
Use this
directory to find professional journals related to architecture, home design
magazines, alternative art magazines, landscape design magazines and other publications
for architecture and design.
ARCHITECTURE
BOOKS FOR KIDS: AGES 7-12
Children
who are old enough to read and to complete simple crafts are ready for these
fun and educational books about buildings and home design. Also remember that
kids learn by doing: Try to combine quiet reading time with activities that
let the child p
ARCHITECTURE
BOOKS FOR KIDS: PROJECTS
Any kid can
become an architect--All it takes is simple household materials and a creative
mind. The books listed here are brimming with activities and projects that explore
the world of building and design. For more ways to introduce children to architec
ARCHITECTURE
BOOKS FOR PRESCHOOLERS
A child is
never too young to begin learning about buildings and design. Written for preschoolers
and beginning readers, these picture books and simple storybooks lay the foundation
for understanding and appreciating the world of architecture.
Architecture
Bookstore
This index
lists favorite titles for architecture and home design. Included are floor plan
collections, reference works, study guides and -- for lighter reading -- lively
fiction in which architecture is the hero.
Architecture
Bulletin Boards
Directory
of electronic bulletin boards where you can post questions and participate in
discussions about architecture.
Architecture
Challenge #3
Each week,
a new quiz to test your knowledge about architect and famous architects, from
your About.com guide to architecture.
Architecture
Challenge #5
Each week,
a new quiz to test your knowledge about architect and famous architects, from
your About.com guide to architecture.
Architecture
Challenge #6 -- World's Tallest Building
Where is
the world's tallest building? An architecture challenge from your About.com
guide to architecture.
Architecture
Challenge - Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright
Did Frank
Lloyd Wright practice "good feng shui"? Cast your vote.
Architecture
Chat Rooms
Directory
of chat rooms devoted to discussions on architecture, home design and related
topics, with links to other types of online forums for architecture.
Architecture
Chat Schedule
Schedule
for real time architecture chat, with time zone conversions
ARCHITECTURE
COLORING BOOKS
Think coloring
books are for kindergarten? Think again! Older children and even adults will
enjoy these fun and fascinating paperbacks. Each illustration is accompanied
by informative text so kids can learn while they color.
Architecture
Contests, Awards and Prizes
Your starting
place for finding information about awards, prizes, and competitions for architects,
architecture students, and other design professionals. Included are contest
deadlines and lists of contest winners.
Architecture
Databases
Use this
index to find databases and libraries with extensive facts and statistics about
buildings, structures, architects, urban design and other topics related to
architecture.
Architecture
Events & Announcements 25 October 1999
Architecture
events and announcements
Architecture
For Everyone - Fun and Enriching Activities
Children
of all ages will enjoy these fun and enriching architecture activities
ARCHITECTURE
FOR HUMANITY - DESIGNING EMERGENCY SHELTERS
Architects
design emergency shelter for victims of the war in the Balkans
Architecture
Gifts and Collectibles - Top Picks
An index
of Architecture Gifts and Collectibles Top Picks for the Architecture guide
site.
ARCHITECTURE
GIFTS AND COLLECTIBLES AND ACCESSORIES AND CLOTHING
Shop safely
online for architecture gifts, collectibles, and holiday giving ideas. Use these
links to find clothing, accessories, construction toys, housewares, furnishings,
and artwork inspired by the work of great designers. Regardless of the occasion,
Architecture
Glossary - Illustrated Dictionary for Architecture Words
Use this
illustrated dictionary to find the definitions for important words related to
architecture and building design.
Architecture
Glossary - What is a dormer
Definition
and illustration for the term DORMER
Architecture
Glossary - What is a frieze?
Definition
and illustration for the term FRIEZE
Architecture
Glossary - What is a hipped roof
Definition
and illustration for the term HIPPED ROOF
Architecture
Glossary - What is a mansard roof
Definition
and illustration for the term MANSARD ROOF
Architecture
Glossary - What is a parapet
Definition
and illustration for the term PARAPET
Architecture
Glossary - What is a pediment?
Definition
and illustration for the term PEDIMENT
Architecture
Glossary - What is a pilaster
Definition
and illustration for the term PILASTER
Architecture
Glossary - What is a quatrefoil window
Definition
and illustration for the term QUATREFOIL WINDOW
Architecture
Glossary - What is a trompe l'oeil?
Definition
of the term trompe l'oeil
Architecture
Glossary - What is an eave?
Definition
and illustration for the term EAVE
Architecture
Glossary - What is Austin Stone?
Definition
and illustration for the term AUSTIN STONE.
Architecture
History Time Line - Historic Periods and Styles
History of
architecture, with photos and resources for exploring architectural periods
and styles, from prehistoric to modern times.
Architecture
History Time Line - Historic Periods and Styles - page 2 of 2
History of
architecture, with photos and resources for exploring architectural periods
and styles, from prehistoric to modern times.
Architecture
in Africa
Explore tribal
architecture and modern construction on the continent of Africa. Here are resources
and photos.
Architecture
in Asia and the Pacific
Use this
index to find great and historic buildings in Asia, South Asia, India, Pakistan,
Australia and the Pacific, with facts and photos for historic palaces and shrines,
castles, new construction and skyscrapers.
Architecture
in Australia and New Zealand
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in Australia and New Zealand, with photos,
features, and links .
Architecture
in Australia and Sydney and Melbourne and New Zealand
Follow these
links for information about architecture in Australia and New Zealand, home
to some of the world's tallest buildings.
Architecture
in Australia and Sydney and Melbourne and New Zealand - page 2 of 2
Follow these
links for information about architecture in Australia and New Zealand, home
to some of the world's tallest buildings.
Architecture
in Austria
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in Vienna, with photos, features, and links
.
Architecture
in Austria and Vienna
Start your
exploration of the great buildings of Vienna and Austria with these resources.
Architecture
in California USA
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in California, USA., with photos, features
and links .
Architecture
in Canada
Use this
directory to find facts and photos for buildings in Canada, and other resources
related to Canadian architecture and architects.
Architecture
in Chicago
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in Chicago, Illinois.
Architecture
in China and Japan and Korea and Singapore and Asia and South Asia
Directory
of information and photos for architecture in Cambodia, China, Japan, Korea,
Singapore, and other countries in Asia and Southern Asia.
Architecture
in England
Your source
for information and photos for important or historical architecture in England.
Architecture
in Europe and Eastern Europe
Use this
index to find great buildings and structures in Europe and Eastern Europe, including
France, Spain, Italy, Russia and the Czech Republic.
Architecture
in France
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in France, with photos, features, and links
.
Architecture
in Great Britain and Ireland
Take a virtual
tour through England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Here are facts, photos and
resources for historic buildings, castles, palaces, prehistoric structures and
new construction.
Architecture
in India and Pakistan
Explore Hindu
temples, modern construction and other great buildings in India and Pakistan.
Here are facts and photos.
Architecture
in India and Pakistan
From Ajanta
caves to the Taj Mahal, the architecture of India and Pakistan is rich and varied.
A few of the major monuments are the Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Qutab Minar and Victoria
Memorial. And, don't forget about those sexy temples of Khajuraho, known for
Architecture
in Ireland and Castles and Great Houses and Dublin Photos
Follow these
links for information, photos and books about great and historical buildings
in Ireland.
Architecture
in Ireland and Castles and Great Houses and Dublin Photos - page 2 of 2
Follow these
links for information, photos and books about great and historical buildings
in Ireland.
Architecture
in Italy
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in Italy, with photos, features, and links
.
Architecture
in Missouri
Facts, photos,
books, and resources related to architecture and architects in Missouri, USA
Architecture
in Missouri
Facts, photos,
books, and resources related to architecture and architects in Missouri, USA
.
Architecture
in Prague -- Index of features and photos
Known as
the "golden city of spires," Prague has architectural splendors that
span a thousand years. Follow these links to explore remarkable Medieval, Baroque,
and Renaissance buildings.
Architecture
in Prague -- Prague is a city of hidden alleyways
Narrow cobbled
streets wind through Hradcany, Lesser Town and Old Town in Prague.
Architecture
in Prague and the Czech Republic
Explore historic
and new architecture in Prague and the Czech Republic. Here are facts, features
and photos.
Architecture
in Russia
Explore the
cathedrals, churches, palaces and ancient structures of Russia and the Kremlin.
Here are photos and resources.
Architecture
in Scotland
Your starting
place for exploring architecture in Scotland, with photos, featuresand links
.
Architecture
in Scotland and prehistoric structures and castles and glasgow
Your source
for information and photos for architecture in Scotland, including prehistoric
structures and castles.
Architecture
in Scotland and prehistoric structures and castles and glasgow - page 2 of 2
Your source
for information and photos for architecture in Scotland, including prehistoric
structures and castles.
Architecture
in Spain
From royal
palaces to Spanish modernism, explore the great architecture of Spain.
Architecture
in Texas
Facts, photos,
books, and resources related to architecture and architects in Texas, USA
Architecture
in Texas - Books
A wide selection
of books about Texas architecture, including missions, log buildings, jail houses,
historic landmarks, and frontier structures.
ARCHITECTURE
IN THE NEWS
Read and
resopond to current headlines, browse our complete listing of architecture news,
add a news report, or sign up to receive architecture news via email.
Architecture
in the News - Wooden Bonfire Structure Collapses at Texas A&M -- 11/18/99
Faullty design
may have contributed to the collapse of a wooden bonfire structure at Texas
A&M, home to one of the largest Architecture Departments in the United States.
Special Report, from your About.com guide to architecture.
Architecture
in the Star Wars planet Naboo
The small,
sparsely populated planet, Naboo, has romantic cities built by advanced civilizations.
Here's an analysis of Star Wars architecture.
Architecture
in the The United States
Use this
directory to find facts and photos for historic or important architecture in
the USA
ARCHITECTURE
INFORMATION ON THE WEB - RESEARCH HELP
How to find
answers to your questions about architecture on the Internet
Architecture
Inspired by Spain
The traditions
of many cultures blended in fanciful Spanish Revival and Mediterranean architecture,
popular from 1915 to about 1940.
Architecture
Mailing Lists
Directory
of email mailing lists and newsletters related to architecture.
Architecture
Museums and Travel and Tours and Historic Houses
Visit great
architecture around the world. These resources include architecture museums,
historic house tours and tour operators which specialize in trips to view great
buildings and structures.
Architecture
News Groups
Directory
of usenet newsgroups devoted to topics related to architecture and design.
Architecture
News Headlines
Architecture
news headlines, architecture events and current discussions in our architecture
forum.
Architecture
of Hradcany or Prague Castle
For a thousand
years Prague Castle, in the Hradcany royal complex, has towered above the river
Vltava in Prague
Architecture
of Old Town Square in Prague
Gothic houses,
some built on Roman foundations, cluster around Staromestska namesti, the Old
Town Square in Prague
Architecture
of Prague as reflected in the writings of Franz Kafka
The architecture
of the golden city is reflected in the writings of the surrealist, Franz Kafka.
Here are samples from his Parables.
Architecture
of Schools - Books and Resources
For more
information about school architecture and design trends, see these books and
resources.
Architecture
of the Ancient Roman Empire
Your source
for information about architecture of the ancient Roman Empire, with histories
and photographs.
Architecture
on the Star Wars planet Coruscant
Coruscant
is an unending, multileveled megalopolis where skyscrapers extend to the lower
fringes of the atmosphere. But this is no Mies van de Rohe version of modernism.
Lucas wanted the city to combine sleek lines of Art Deco or Art Moderne architecture
Architecture
on the Star Wars Planet Tatooine
Architecture
on the Star Wars planet Tatooine combines primitive construction with high technology.
Architecture
Organizations
Use this
directory to find organizations, associations and clubs for architects, architecture
students, landscape architects, historic preservationists, and other persons
interested in architecture or the building trades.
Architecture
Photo Archives
Use this
index to find architecture photographs, drawings, images and clip art on the
Web.
Architecture
Photo Archives - page 2 of 2
Use this
index to find architecture photographs, drawings, images and clip art on the
Web.
Architecture
Poll - The Texas A&M Bonfire
What's your
view of the Texas A&M Bonfire tradition? An opinion poll
ARCHITECTURE
POP-UP BOOKS
With detailed
artwork and complex "paper engineering," some pop-up books are sure
to delight older, more sophisticated readers. Listed here our favorite architecture
pop-up books for readers of all ages.
Architecture
Schools
Use this
directory to find colleges, universities, libraries and other education resources
for architecture, historic preservation and landscape design. Also listed are
school rankings and application advice.
Architecture
sex and gender - Are they related
Are architecture,
sex and gender related? An introduction to the controversy, plus books, resources,
and a quiz.
Architecture
Software and Digital Media and Computer Aided Design Programs
Use this
index to find information about architecture software, digital media and computer-aided
design resources for architects and home design hobbyists.
Architecture
student resources
For schools
and academic help please vist our student resources page.
Architecture
Tours and Travel
Take a learning
vacation! These links lead to information about architecture travel and guided
tours to great buildings around the world.
Architecture
Trip Tips - Find a Learning Vacation
Some people
travel thousands of miles just to look at a building. But, is it worth the journey?
Follow these tips to make your vacation a learning adventure.
Archway
Home Plans # HYG-2109
This week's
featured plan comes from Archway home plans.
Art
Deco - Bauhaus and King Tut
Art deco
buildings embraced the machine age. Yet many features of the style were drawn
from ancient Egypt.
Art
Deco - From the Tomb of King Tutankhamen
Art Deco
architects often lavished their buildings with symbolic images. Compare their
work with icons found in ancient Egyptian tombs.
Art
Deco - King Tutankhamen and Architecture
Art deco
architecture expressed excitment over the discovery of the ancient Egyptian
king, Tutankhamen.
Art
Deco - skyscrapers and ziggurats
The "ziggurat"
shape of art deco skyscrapers make it clear that the world was in a tizzy over
the discovery of the ancient Egyptian King Tut.
Art
Deco Architecture
Zigzag patterns
and vertical lines create dramatic effect on jazz-age, Art Deco buildings. Here
are facts, photos and resources.
Art
Moderne Style House
With the
sleek, streamlined appearance of a modern machine, Art Moderne architecture
expressed the spirit of a new, technological age. Here are facts about the trendy
style of the 1930s and '40s.
Art
Nouveau Architecture
Art Nouveau
buildings often have asymmetrical shapes, arches and decorative surfaces with
curved, plant-like designs. Resources and photos.
Art
Nouveau Exhibition
Read about
the art nouveau exhibition in London, and learn the definition of the art nouveau
style
Arts
and Crafts Movement in Architecture
Arts and
Crafts was a late 19th-century movement to revive handicrafts. Here are facts
and photos.
Ask
an expert about architecture
An expert
answers your questions about building design
Astors'
Beechwood - Richard Morris Hunt
William and
Caroline Astor hired architect Richard Morris Hunt and spent two million dollars
renovating Astors' Beechwood into a place worthy of America's finest citizens.
AT&T
Headquarters - New York City - Philip Johnson
Facts and
photos for the AT&T Headquarters, designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect
Philip Johnson.
Back
to School Architecture Resources for Teachers and Students
For students
and teachers, here are handy links and resources to help you as you head back
to school. Use these resources to plan lessons or do school projects related
to architecture and building design.
Bad
Feng Shui and the Big Brother TV series
Feng Shui,
the ancient Chinese philosophy of spacial design, aspires to create harmony
in your home. What happens when designers deliberately break the rules? The
set for the splash TV series Big Brother is a lesson in bad feng shui.
Bank
of China Tower in Hong Kong Ieoh Ming Pei Architect
Facts and
photos for the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong, designed by architect I.M.
Pei.
Barn
Photos and Resources and Plans
Whether you
want to build a new barn, restore an old one, or simply to learn about barn
history and construction, you'll find facts and photos on these sites.
Baroque
Architecture
Elements
of the Baroque style are found throughout Europe. Here are histories and photos.
Bauhaus
Architecture and the International Style
Definition
and illustration for the terms BAUHAUS ARCHITECTURE and the INTERNATIONAL STYLE.
Be
a Guest Writer for the Architecture Pages
You are invited
to submit your articles, essays or other writing to the Architecture pages at
About. Receive a byline, a short biography and a Web link. Here's how.
Be
An Architect
Dr. Lee Waldrep
answers your questions about careers in architecture
Be
Famous - 3 Ways to tell the world who you are
3 ways to
tell the world who you are and what you think
Beaux
Arts Style House
Combining
classical Greek and Roman architecture with Renaissance ideas, Beaux Arts was
once the favored style for grandiose public buildings. During the Gilded Age,
however, wealthy industrialists adopted the opulent fashion for their own private
homes.
BEFORE
YOU BUILD
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.
Before
You Build - Plan Your Finances
It's important
to dream, but before you get far into the planning process, be sure you know
how much you can safely spend. Use these resources to draft a budget for building
your new home.
BEFORE
YOU BUY ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
To avoid
costly mistakes, follow these tips before you buy building plans or materials.
Find links and resources to help with your building or design project.
BEFORE
YOU BUY ARCHITECTURE BOOKS FOR KIDS
You can help
children learn about building and design by choosing books that speak to their
imaginations and encourage them to create their own architectural projects.
Let this list be your guide.
BEFORE
YOU BUY HOUSE PLANS
Every new
home begins with a plan. Some homebuyers 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.
Before
You Remodel Plan Your Home Improvement Project
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.
Belle
Meade Plantation - Greek Revival Architecture in Nashville Tennessee
The grandeur
of its Greek Revival Ante-bellem mansion belies the humble beginnings of Belle
Meade Plantation. Find facts, photos, and resources for Belle Meade and Ante-bellum
architecture.
Bernard
Maybeck Californian Architect & Artist
Your starting
place for exploring the life and works of Bernard Maybeck whose eclectic style
shows natuve Californian, Gothic and Japanese influences.
Bertram
Grosvenor Goodhue - Architect
Bertram Goodhue
is known for popularizing Gothic architecture in the United States and revitalizing
the Spanish Colonial style. These resources explore his life and works.
Bertram
Grosvenor Goodhue - Ecclesiastical Architect
Your starting
place for exploring the life and works of Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue, who revolutionized
church architecture and popularized Hispanic styles.
BEST
BOOKS FOR BUILDING PLANS, BLUEPRINTS AND CONSTRUCTION GUIDES
Browse our
online bookstore for the best selection of building plans, construction guides,
and mail order houses. Find catalogs for blueprints and floor plans plus illustrated
books to inspire you.
BEST
BOOKS FOR BUILDING PLANS, BLUEPRINTS AND CONSTRUCTION GUIDES - page 2 of 2
Browse our
online bookstore for the best selection of building plans, construction guides,
and mail order houses. Find catalogs for blueprints and floor plans plus illustrated
books to inspire you.
Bibliography
- Architectural Investigation
This portion
of Preservation Brief 35 lists recommended reading for learning more about architectural
investigation and old house research.
bio
Jackie Craven
is an old-house renovator and a widely published writer who specializes in architecture
and home design. Her column "The Fix" appears monthly in [i]House
& Garden[/i] magazine. Her book "The Healthy Home" will be avai
Blueprints
for recreating historic architecture
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.
Bonfires
and Building Codes Opinion Poll
Should a
building permit be required for temporary structures like the Texas A&M
Bonfire? An opinion poll from your About.com guide to architecture.
Book
Review - The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
From our
roundup of popular architecture books, a review of Ayn Rand's potboiler, The
Fountainhead.
BOOKS
ABOUT PALLADIAN ARCHITECTURE
Often called
one of the most influential architects of all time, Andrea Palladio created
some of the most stunning, graceful, and awe-inspiring country villas in the
Italian Veneto region during the Renaissance. Often imitated but never duplicated,
the pa
Books
and Building Plans for Georgian and Georgian Colonial Homes
Your source
for books and building plans for Georgian and Georgian Colonial style architecture.
BOOKS
ON DECK DESIGN
Hit the deck
with these handy how-to building guides. Packed with photos, drawings, and construction
plans, they'll help you design an outdoor deck that extends your living space
into your garden and also harmonizes with the architecture of your home.
BOOKS
TO HELP YOU CHOOSE HOUSE COLORS
Whether your
home is new or old, the colors you choose will dramatize -- or disguise -- architectural
details. How do you find a color combination that will bring out the best? Begin
with these beautifully illustrated books.
BOOKS
TO REMEMBER THE WORLD TRADE CENTER
Many of the
World Trade Center books published after September 11 show details of the terrorist
attack. The titles listed here, however, recall the Twin Towers as they once
were. Some emphasize spectacular color photographs, others delve into history,
arc
Bridge
Gallery
Explore famous
bridges from around the world. Includes bridge statistics, photographs, as well
as historic and interesting facts.
Bridge
Indexes and Archives
Use these
indexes, archives, directories and articles to find information about bridges
and bridge construction around the world.
Bridges
Bridge history
photos and collapses
Bridges
- page 2 of 2
Bridge history
photos and collapses
Bridges
in Asia
Use this
directory to find information about famous or historical bridges and bridge
construction in Asia.
Bridges
in Europe and England
Your source
for information about famous or historical bridges and bridge construction in
Europe and England.
Bridges
in the United States
Follow these
links for facts and photos for famous or historical bridges and information
about bridge construction in the USA.
Bruce
Graham
Your starting
place for exploring the architecture of Bruce Graham
Buckminister
Fuller - Quotes and Excerpts
Browse our
compendium of quotes and excerpts from the writings of R. Buckminster Fuller,
architect, philosopher and poet.
Buckminster
Fuller - Architect
Explore the
life and works of R. Buckminster Fuller, creator of the geodesic dome.
Bugalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 125
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 125 model, published in 1908 to 1917.
Bugalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 144
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 144 model, published in 1909 to 1913.
Bugalow
Floor Plans - Sears - The Verndale
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the Verndale model, published in 1921 and 1922.
Build
With Natural Materials and Earth and Cob and Straw
Build an
economical, environmentally-friendly home using natural materials. These resources
provide information about earth, earth bermed, straw bale, cob, and underground
construction, and other varieties of ecological building materials.
BUILD
YOUR HOUSE THE GLENN MURCUTT WAY
Even on a
budget, you can apply the ideas of the Pritzker Prize winning architect, Glenn
Murcutt. Follow these steps and explore these resources to learn more about
the innovative Australian architect.
Building
a Better Chair - Architecture
Modernist
designers sought functionality and universality. Their sleek, impersonal furniture
was designed to fit in many situations. Here are chairs by Mies van der Rohe
and Eileen Gray.
Building
a Dream: The Art of Disney Architecture book review
About.com's
guide to Architecture reviews Building a Dream: The Art of Disney Architecture
by Beth Dunlop
BUILDING
A NEW HOME - QUESTIONS TO ASK
Before you
hire a builder for your new house, be sure that you can answer each of these
important questions.
Building
and Planning and Designing and Constructing Your Dream Home
Your handy
guide to building your dream home, from purchasing the land, choosing a floor
plan, hiring pros, estimating costs and completing construction.
Building
and Planning and Designing and Constructing Your Dream Home - page 2 of 2
Your handy
guide to building your dream home, from purchasing the land, choosing a floor
plan, hiring pros, estimating costs and completing construction.
Building
Cost Estimators
Web sites,
books and software to help you estimate building and construction costs.
Building
in Cyberspace - Designing a Web Site is like Designing a House
Desiging
a Web site is like designing a home. Here's an introduction to the navigation
of the new architecture pages at About.com.
Building
of a City and other stories by Franz Kafka
Kafka's story
Building of a City - complete text.
Building
of the Temple and other stories by Franz Kafka
The architecture
of Prague is reflected in the eerie writings of Franz Kafka: Photos and commentary
from your About.com guide to architecture.
BUILDING
PLAN BOOKS FOR ONE-STORY HOMES
The most
popular type of home today, the one-story home allows for vaulted ceilings,
dramatic window shapes, and generous uses of skylights, amenities that a multi-level
home can't provide. It can be built to accomodate any needs and tastes, and
is availa
Building
Plans for Houses inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright designs
Use these
resources to find construction plans for Frank Lloyd Wright buildings, and also
building plans for new homes which suggest the spirit of Frank Lloyd Wright.
Frank Lloyd Wright® and Taliesin® are registered trademarks of the Frank Lloyd
Wright Fo
Building
Plans for Small Houses
Small doesn't
have to mean cramped! These books and floor plans offer home designs which pack
a lot of living into small spaces.
Building
Plans for Small Houses
Small doesn't
have to mean cramped! These books and floor plans offer home designs which pack
a lot of living into small spaces.
Building
Plans Search
Searching
for the perfect plan for your dream home? Post your request here.
BUILDING
YOUR NEW HOME - COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR BUILDER
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.
Buildings
and Structures
Use this
directory to find facts, photos and statistics for buildings and structures,
including barns, bridges, castles, skyscrapers, lighthouses, geodesic domes
and more.
Buildings
and Structures - page 2 of 2
Use this
directory to find facts, photos and statistics for buildings and structures,
including barns, bridges, castles, skyscrapers, lighthouses, geodesic domes
and more.
Buildings
and Your Body
Buildings
can be sensual, and even sexy, say architects and designers.
Built
By A Banker - House Styles
This 1930
house in Kansas was built by a banker. What style is it? Explore these resources,
and send us your questions and ideas.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Aladdin - Brunswick
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Aladdin Readi-Cut Homes
catalog shows the Brunswick, published in 1920.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Aladdin - Franklin
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Aladdin Readi-Cut Homes
catalog shows the Franklin, published in 1920.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Craftsman No. 121
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Craftsman Magazine catalog
shows the Craftsman No. 121, Summer Log Camp for Outdoor Sleeping, published
in 1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Craftsman No. 132
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Craftsman Magazine catalog
shows the Craftsman No. 132, Seven Rooms, published in 1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Craftsman No. 178
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Craftsman Magazine catalog
shows the Craftsman No. 178, Gambrel, published in 1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Craftsman No. 29
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Craftsman Magazine catalog
shows the Craftsman No. 29, Six Rooms, published in 1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Planry, No. 155
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from Ye Planry Bungalows catalog
shows the Planry No. 155, published in 1909.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Planry, No. 251
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from Ye Planry Bungalows catalog
shows the Planry No. 251, published in 1909.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Planry, No. 297
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from Ye Planry Bungalows catalog
shows the Planry No. 297, published in 1909.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Planry, No. 331
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from Ye Planry Bungalows catalog
shows the Planry No. 331, published in 1909.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 126
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 126 model, published in 1909 to 1913.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 145, The Arlington
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 145, The Arlington, published in 1913
to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 147
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 147 model, published in 1909 to 1917.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 151, The Avondale
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 151, The Avondale, published in 1911
to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 155
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 155, published in 1913 to 1917.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 156, The Glyndon
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 156, The Glyndon, published in 1911
to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 161, The Niota
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 161, The Niota, published in 1911 to
1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 162, The Elmwood
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 162, The Elmwood, published in 1911
to 1921.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 165
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 165, published in 1911 to 1913.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 168, The Matoka
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 168, The Matoka, published in 1911 to
1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 172, The Hazelton
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 172, The Hazelton model, published in
1911 to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 173, The Princeville
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 173, The Princeville model, published
in 1911 to 1919.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 182
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 182, published in 1913 only.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 191
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 228, published in 1911 to 1916.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 198
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 198, published in 1911 to 1912.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 2008, The Somerset
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 2008, The Somerset, published in 1918
to 1925.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 202
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 202, published in 1913 only.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 2023, The Savoy
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 2023, The Savoy, published in 1916 to
1918.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 2027, The Sumner
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 2027, The Sumner, published in 1918
to 1921.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 2028, The Delevan
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 2028, The Delevan, published in 1918
to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 203, The Warham
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 203, The Warham, published in 1913 to
1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 2030, The Saranac
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 2030, The Saranac, published in 1918
to 1922.
Bungalow
Floor Plans - Sears - Modern Home No. 204
From our
directory of bungalow floor plans, this image from the Sears Modern Homes Mail
Order Catalog shows the modern home no. 204, published in 1913 only.