Articles by Rebecca Gross

Think of a shingle-clad house and traditional styles probably leap to mind: the weathered gray Cape Cods on the East Coast, the grand Shingle-style homes of the late 19th century or the rich red cedar-skinned homes set among lush forests. But the use …

Think of a shingle-clad house and traditional styles probably leap to mind: the weathered gray Cape Cods on the East Coast, the grand Shingle-style homes of the late 19th century or the rich red cedar-skinned homes set among lush forests. But the use …

Vernacular housing is architecture that is adapted to its particular locale. Rooted in regionalism, vernacular housing is designed for local needs and traditions, uses local resources and construction techniques, and takes the climate and environment …

Architects Mick and Jules Moloney purchased their house in southern Australia 10 years ago. It provided a good location for their architecture studio in front, and the backyard was sunny and private. The home was an ideal living space for their growin…