Architecture
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What Are Local Historic Districts and Why Do They Matter?
In Baltimore, the average current value of houses in local historic districts is over twice the average value in the rest of the city, according to Baltimore City data .
Perry Avenue Historic District: Preserving Queen Anne Style
New York City's 100th historic district, Perry Avenue, preserves a row of nine Queen Anne-style homes built between 1910 and 1912.
Austin nonprofit buys Frank Lloyd Wright's J.J. Walser House
A West Side Chicago nonprofit, Austin Coming Together, purchased a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home for just $125,000.
What is Local Historic Designation and Why Does It Matter?
National Register Historic Districts, despite their prestigious title, provide no protections from demolition or inappropriate development by private property owners.
Future of Sunken Raber Landmark Home Remains Uncertain
Thirty years after being landmarked to save it from demolition, Chicago's 156-year-old John Raber House still sits weathered and empty, with no clear plans for its future.
What Defines a Neighborhood's Character and Architecture?
The history of a neighborhood's character and architecture is a living story, told through its buildings, streets, and the generations of people who have called it home. Understanding this evolution is key to appreciating and preserving our unique local communities.