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.

Period Interior Lighting

Manufacturer of Early American & Colonial lighting fixtures: brass, copper, terne metal & Vermont maple; interior & exterior mountings; CUL/UL-listed for wet & damp locations; lanterns, sconces, table lamps, chandeliers & pendants; custom work available.