U.S. Folk House Forms Regional distinctiveness disappeared today ? communication & transportation provide knowledge of alternate styles (mass produced construction companies; pre-fab housing materials) Popular Housing Changes based more on time than place Diffusion depends on economic development level Diffusion of Popular Housing, Clothing, & Food Popular housing Styles (since 1940s, post WWII) Modern Styles (1945-60s) Minimal-traditional ? similar to Tudor style, modest, few detail Ranch ? long, large lot, encouraged sprawl, 1 story Split-level ? garage, family room (TV), intermediate level for kitchen/dining First to come with room for TV Watching. Still has living room also. Contemporary ? low pitch or flat roof Shed style ? high pitch roof Neo-eclectic Styles (since 1960)