A definitive overview of American domestic architecture ranges from the domiciles of Native American cultures and early colonial structures to the present day, analyzing the ...

Follows the development of architectural styles in the U.S. from seventeenth century colonial houses to twentieth century steel and glass towers, and discusses all the basic ...

Describes historic homes

How and where did different architectural styles develop? America has an abundance of fascinating and varied house styles, as fascinating and diverse as its people.

In this lavishly produced volume, authors Virginia and Lee McAlester explore outstanding landmark houses that exemplify America's major architectural and interior design styles ...

Discusses the features associated with various types of American homes

Illustrates the details that mark the various styles of American buildings

Descriptions of American residential houses include trends such as revival styles of the 1920s and 1930s and mail-order plans