The main building of Inazawa City Hall in central Japan's Aichi Prefecture is topped with a large roof supported by columns spaced 1･･･ ...

It’s almost impossible for experts to piece together why certain homes burned – most of the evidence is ash. But in the ...

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A couple lived in a three-story house on a double lot in Portland, Ore. But they wanted a smaller house on one level, so they ...

That striking entrance, and its wide, grand staircase, is what attracted Stanford to the home in the first place.

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Modernism Week, a biannual celebration of midcentury architecture and design, returns to the desert city Feb. 13-23.

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Revitalization of iconic modernist landmarks showcasing how adaptive reuse strategies preserve historical value while ...

Why the stark 20th-century architectural style is back in vogue.

Roofing system plays a critical role in the structural integrity of a building. More than just a protective cover, the ...