History of American Home Styles

  • Colonial Era:

    Hudson Valley Dutch Colonial Style

    It's a style is mostly known today through its revival period, but what was the style that inspired the Dutch Colonial Revival?

    To find out we gotta go back to the incredibly brief New Netherlands Colony in the Hudson Valley. Let's continue our exploration of American Architecture by looking at the illusive Hudson Valley Dutch Colonial.

  • Colonial Era:

    The Cape Cod Style

    Continuing our exploration of American architecture, we're looking at one of the oldest and most iconic styles of American home: the humble Cape Cod! You'll learn what defines these homes, as well as how the style developed.

    So prepare for a whale of a time as we dive deep into the Cape Cod!

  • Colonial Era:

    America's First Period Style

    We'll be starting our journey through the history of America's domestic architecture by heading back to the 1600s with a style sometimes referred to as First Period.

    So buckle up your hats! Here's what you need to know about America's Post-Medieval homes...