A bungalow is a small house that, traditionally, is only one story high, though today it’s common to find ones

whose
attic space has been converted into a second-story bedroom. Bungalows are raised from the sidewalk with a short
flight of steps and feature small verandas, overhanging eaves, and dormer windows. Inside, bungalows use their
small space efficiently, with tight, compact closets, built-in cabinets, and shelving. All of a bungalow’s rooms are
located on a single story, and traditionally were rarely built with more than two bedrooms, though modern houses
may have three or more. In short, the defining characteristics of bungalows are: Low pitched roof: The sloping roof is
a characteristic that will help you spot a bungalow and differentiate it from, say, a ranch style home immediately.
Compact footprint: Bungalows are generally known to be small and cozy, with less square footage than typical single
family homes. Open floor plan: All of the living space in a bungalow—including living room, kitchen, dining area,
storage, and sometimes even bedrooms—tends to be open, rather than divided into rooms. Front porch: Many
bungalows have front porches to offer their inhabitants additional living space outdoors. Craftsman architectural
style: Bungalow homes are associated with simple designs, fine craftsmanship, and natural materials. Craftsman
style architects became enamored with the housing type in the early 20th century, and as a result, many bungalows
reflect their aesthetic. Located in or close to urban areas: Bungalows became—and remain—popular among city
dwellers who want more than an apartment, but not a full single-family home. Their small footprint makes them
well-suited to cities or their outskirts. The bungalow is actually an extremely common American style of residence.
Dating from the turn of the 20th century, these small and relatively inexpensive residences offered working class
people their first shot at property ownership — and they remain ideal for first-time homebuyers today, as well as
those looking to downsize to a more modest dwelling.

Mid-century modern homes are a much-loved design style that has its roots in earlier decades. In fact, while this is a
historic style, the interest in the sleek lines and lack of superfluous ornamentation of this style is growing stronger
everyday. The mid-century modern approach varies from one architect to another, but these central elements
remain mainstays for each house or building designed in the style: Clean Lines and Geometric Shapes Straight lines
and right angles are essential to mid-century modern architecture. Although many modern ranch-style homes
feature gabled roofs or asymmetrical exteriors, most mid-century modern homes have flat roofs with straight lines.
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Nature and lifestyle were emphasized in the original mid-century modern homes, so they
were built with floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the yard, sliding glass doors, and many access points to the
outdoors. Changes in Elevation Many mid-century modern homes are split-level, with short staircases connecting
rooms throughout the house. Partial brick or glass walls, fireplaces centered in rooms, and cabinetry also add depth
and variation in elevation in the homes' interiors. Minimal Decoration Although some mid-century modern styles are
more ornate than others, simplicity is a key characteristic to the movement. Simple furnishings with clean lines and
a muted color palette complement the homes' simple exteriors. Access to the Outdoors Connecting with nature is a
key value in mid-century modern architecture, so most mid-century modern homes have multiple access points to
the outdoors. In some homes, even single rooms have several doors and windows to access the outdoor living
space.

A bungalow is a small house that, traditionally, is only one story high, though today it’s common to find ones whose
attic space has been converted into a second-story bedroom. Bungalows are raised from the sidewalk with a short
flight of steps and feature small verandas, overhanging eaves, and dormer windows. Inside, bungalows use their
small space efficiently, with tight, compact closets, built-in cabinets, and shelving. All of a bungalow’s rooms are
located on a single story, and traditionally were rarely built with more than two bedrooms, though modern houses
may have three or more. In short, the defining characteristics of bungalows are: Low pitched roof: The sloping roof is
a characteristic that will help you spot a bungalow and differentiate it from, say, a ranch style home immediately.
Compact footprint: Bungalows are generally known to be small and cozy, with less square footage than typical single
family homes. Open floor plan: All of the living space in a bungalow—including living room, kitchen, dining area,
storage, and sometimes even bedrooms—tends to be open, rather than divided into rooms. Front porch: Many
bungalows have front porches to offer their inhabitants additional living space outdoors. Craftsman architectural
style: Bungalow homes are associated with simple designs, fine craftsmanship, and natural materials. The bungalow
is actually an extremely common American style of residence. Dating from the turn of the 20th century, these small
and relatively inexpensive residences offered working class people their first shot at property ownership — and they
remain ideal for first-time homebuyers today, as well as those looking to downsize to a more modest dwelling.
Mid-century modern homes are a much-loved design style that has its roots in earlier decades. In fact, while this is a
historic style, the interest in the sleek lines and lack of superfluous ornamentation of this style is growing stronger
everyday. The mid-century modern approach varies from one architect to another, but these central elements
remain mainstays for each house or building designed in the style: Clean Lines and Geometric Shapes Straight lines
and right angles are essential to mid-century modern architecture. Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Nature and lifestyle
were emphasized in the original mid-century modern homes, so they were built with floor-to-ceiling windows with
views of the yard, sliding glass doors, and many access points to the outdoors. Minimal Decoration Although some
mid-century modern styles are more ornate than others, simplicity is a key characteristic to the movement. Simple
furnishings with clean lines and a muted color palette complement the homes' simple exteriors. Access to the
Outdoors Connecting with nature is a key value in mid-century modern architecture, so most mid-century modern
homes have multiple access points to the outdoors. In some homes, even single rooms have several doors and
windows to access the outdoor living space.