House Design - Its Coffee TimeHouse-Design-Coffee.com is a site for people who like architecture, especially as it effects the homes we live in. We look at historical styles, architectural terms, fun facts and helpful information. May 12, 2012 Greek Revival Architecture in AmericaThe Greek Revival architecture followed and ran along with the Federalist Style. Its emphasis was Greek elements, often with a huge Greek temple portico. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Greek Revival Architecture in America" May 12, 2012 Greek Revival Architecture George Munro HouseGreek Revival Architecture: A history of the George Munro House Permalink -- click for full blog post "Greek Revival Architecture George Munro House" May 12, 2012 Georgian Architecture in the ColoniesGeorgian architecture in the colonies of America primarily refers to a house style employing neoclassical design. Georgian house plans were usually borrowed from plan books. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Georgian Architecture in the Colonies" May 12, 2012 Which House Styles Do You Prefer?House styles confusion hits most of us. This site makes sense of the various types of homes built through the ages, explains what sets them apart and tells a little of their history. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Which House Styles Do You Prefer?" May 12, 2012 Italianate HousesItalianate houses were the rage after the civil war. Patterned after Italian villas American architects applied this style to clapboard houses and made it distinctively their own. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Italianate Houses" May 12, 2012 Cape Cod House: An American Original StyleThe Cape Cod house was made to withstand harsh coastal winters, and it does so with grace. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Cape Cod House: An American Original Style" May 12, 2012 Craftsman Style House PlansCraftsman style house plans came about from the Arts and Crafts movement applied to American Architecture. Here I show the characteristics and a little about the history. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Craftsman Style House Plans" May 12, 2012 Tudor HousesTudor houses recreate the feel of 16th century English homes. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Tudor Houses" May 11, 2012 Gothic Revival BeginningsGothic Revival architecture in England led to Victorian houses in America. This article explores how that revival began as a reaction to the prevailing Renaissance architecture and as a reaching out Permalink -- click for full blog post "Gothic Revival Beginnings" May 11, 2012 Gothic Revival - Stick and Queen Anne StylesGothic Revival architecture in England led to Eastlake design and Queen Anne Victorian houses in America. This article explores how ideas crossed the ocean, resulting in Victorian Gothic styles unrec Permalink -- click for full blog post "Gothic Revival - Stick and Queen Anne Styles" May 11, 2012 Gothic Revival AmericanizedGothic Revival architecture in England led to Victorian houses in America. This article explores how ideas crossed the ocean, resulting in Victorian Gothic styles unrecognizable in England. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Gothic Revival Americanized" May 11, 2012 Gothic Revival Comes of AgeGothic Revival architecture in England led to Victorian houses in America. This article explores how revivalist architects of the 1800’s sparked new fashions in home design. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Gothic Revival Comes of Age" May 10, 2012 Bridget Gaddis, AIA, Leed APHi Joffre, I would venture a question about the origin of these funny little pointed houses. They seem to show up in real old town environments and I Permalink -- click for full blog post "Bridget Gaddis, AIA, Leed AP" May 4, 2012 Brick Sealer to Protect Your HomeBrick Sealer - A penetrating sealer can protect your bricks from the elements and protect your house from water intrusion. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Brick Sealer to Protect Your Home" May 4, 2012 How to Paint Vinyl SidingYou can paint vinyl siding. It is a viable option if you do it right Permalink -- click for full blog post "How to Paint Vinyl Siding" May 4, 2012 House Siding: The Challenge and The OptionWith all the house siding options available, why do so many houses look alike? I encourage you to choose wisely. Whether building or residing, you will be living with your choice for the next genera Permalink -- click for full blog post "House Siding: The Challenge and The Option" May 2, 2012 Faux Panels: Brick, Stone and Wood SidingFaux Panels provides an easy way for the DIY'er to achieve that Brick or Stone look without the cost of a skilled mason. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Faux Panels: Brick, Stone and Wood Siding" May 2, 2012 Brick Siding - Brick HousesBrick siding gives a house a solid feel and it can be quite a beautiful and luxurious look. This page looks at bricks, brick walls, and masonry practices past and present. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Brick Siding - Brick Houses" May 2, 2012 Brick Veneer SidingBrick veneer siding is a less expensive way to create the look of a brick house. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Brick Veneer Siding" May 1, 2012 Hidden GarageA hidden garage would solve a lot of problems, but how do you hide something in plain sight? 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