Shingle Style Homes: Past & Present

by E. Ashley Rooney and Ashley Rooney

Shingle Style homes began in New England in the late 1800s. They were the vacation "cottages" for the wealthy who summered in resorts along the Atlantic coastline. The style lasted only a short time during the late 1800s, but its impact on the future course of architectural history was significant. In the mid-20th century, interest in these comfortable homes was renewed and continues today as many people are recognizing their casual elegance. Their...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076432554X
• ISBN13: 9780764325540
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.8" x 11.0"