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Understanding Common Architectural Styles as You Shop for Your New Home

Last week we discussed buying an older home with character, but what does that mean? Let’s take a refresher on the most common architectural styles you’ll find in homes throughout the U.S. Colonial Colonials are one of the most common homes styles in the country, especially in the Northeast, where they first found traction in…

Written by Jasmine Bible on May 13, 2022
Posted in Asheville, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Global Content, Greater Louisville, Greensboro, Greenville, Jackson, Lake Norman, Morganton, New River Valley, Raleigh-Durham, Richmond, Roanoke, Shenandoah Valley, Wilmington
Tags: american colonial, architectural style, architecture, cape cod, Colonial, cottage, Craftsman, edwardian, home style, interior design, mid century modern, queen anne, real estate blog, Victorian
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Architectural Quiz

Test your Architectural knowledge! How many of these housing styles are you familiar with? Colonial, Cotswold Cottage, Victorian, Modern, Craftsman… Here are some telltale features to look for: Victorian When we use the term Victorian, we are actually referring to a specific time period known as the Victorian Era (1840–1900). During the British reign of…

Written by Jasmine Bible on October 20, 2015
Posted in Asheville, Charlottesville, Fall/Winter 2015, Fredericksburg, NEST Magazine, New River Valley, Wilmington
Tags: Architectural Quiz, Colonial, Cotswold Cottage, Craftsman, Modern, Victorian
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