by Architectural Observer | Dec 13, 2017 | Blog, Drag Queen Architecture, Observations
When houses in a neighborhood are built by the same developer (and at roughly the same time), they tend to look a lot alike. Some developers will make an effort to introduce a little variety, either by changing exterior colors or materials, or sometimes by using...
by Architectural Observer | Dec 9, 2017 | Blog, Drag Queen Architecture, Observations
At first glance this house in Council Bluffs, Iowa, appears to be a Tudor Revival from the 1920’s or 30’s Closer inspection reveals that the house began as an 1880’s Queen Anne. Sorry about the photo quality… these images were taken...
by Architectural Observer | Dec 5, 2017 | Blog, Mail Order and Kit Houses, Observations
A building which retains its architectural integrity is one which has been maintained as it was built and intended to be. When buildings are altered through remodeling or the installation of “maintenance -free” windows or siding, integrity is compromised....
by Architectural Observer | Dec 4, 2017 | Blog, Observations
It’s always exciting to discover a new type of architectural depravity (hat tip to Seth!) which I had not previously encountered. Such discoveries typically involve the loss of architectural integrity which is not exciting, but I’m getting used to...
by Architectural Observer | Nov 30, 2017 | Blog, Projects
Why would anyone update when it’s just as easy to backdate? After all, there’s not much appealing design out there these days; design from the early 20th century is almost always a sure bet to be more interesting than whatever has been marketed for the...
