Period Architecture Topics

A compendium of articles about various period architecture topics, including historic home restoration, new home construction, interior design and renovation, and basic maintenance.

Interior

Architectural antiques can add more than just a touch of authenticity to a new period-style residence, but selection and installation must be done carefully.

Period Architecture Topics

Confused about what makes an Arts & Crafts interior? You’re not alone.

shingle style home in mt desert island, ME

Period Architecture Topics

A look at the history and elements of Shingle Style homes, and the plethora of historic Shingle Style buildings located on and around Mount Desert Island, ME.

Clem Labine's Victorian-era brownstone restoration

Period Architecture Topics

Editor emeritus and founder of Period Homes, Traditional Building and Old House Journal, Clem Labine's Victorian-era brownstone renovation invites us back to the 1883 Brooklyn, NY, where it all began.

Period Architecture Topics

Period Homes takes a look at some of our favorite presidential birthplaces.

Wood Windows and Sash

Manufacturer of all-wood & clad-wood windows & doors: round top, oval, casement & double hung; custom shapes & historic window replication; dual durometer, bulb & leaf weather stripping; storm windows; numerous design choices & glazing options.