Shingle architecture
helped define the look of many of America's most popular waterfront
communities in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Reminiscent of the Queen
Anne style, this building form helped residents make the most of lake
and ocean real estate with a variety of ornamental features to enhance
view, and construction materials that worked well in wet, coastal
climates.As the name suggests, relies heavily on the use of shingles on
roofs and exterior walls. As a result, shingle st...
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