Classic Cracker: Florida's Wood-Frame Vernacular Architecture

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Summary: Excellent guide to vernacular architecture
Review: A well-designed and thorough examination of Southern vernacular architecture. With its concetration on Florida 'Cracker' design, Haase discusses the unique limitations of the Florida climate and the adaptations made to regional styles. His clearly labelled diagrams and enthusiasm for the subject bring a welcome light to architecture that is too often overshadowed by the flamboyant designs of Addison Mizner and other South Florida styles.

Rating:
Summary: Excellent guide to vernacular architecture
Review: A well-designed and thorough examination of Southern vernacular architecture. With its concetration on Florida 'Cracker' design, Haase discusses the unique limitations of the Florida climate and the adaptations made to regional styles. His clearly labelled diagrams and enthusiasm for the subject bring a welcome light to architecture that is too often overshadowed by the flamboyant designs of Addison Mizner and other South Florida styles.

Rating:
Summary: Excellent summary of one of Florida vernaculars
Review: Brief, but very informative, well documented and organized summary of a neglected (and marginal) theme in architectural history.