Architectural Identity

Florida’s architecture is defined by its climate, geography, and layered cultural history. Unlike many regions in the United States where architectural development follows a more linear progression, Florida presents a complex and adaptive built environment shaped by subtropical conditions, coastal exposure, tourism, and migration. Its architecture is not only stylistically diverse, but also deeply responsive to heat, humidity, storms, and light. From indigenous structures and

Chicago occupies a central place in the history of architecture. Few cities have contributed as directly to the development of modern building practices, urban form, and architectural thought. From the late nineteenth century to the present, Chicago has served as both a laboratory and a stage for architectural innovation. Its buildings are not only functional responses to growth and industry, but also intellectual and cultural statements about how cities are made. The archite

Wisconsin’s architecture is far more diverse than many people first assume. Across the state, the built environment reflects a layered history shaped by settlement patterns, local materials, industrial growth, civic ambition, and major architectural figures. The result is a rich architectural landscape that ranges from modest vernacular buildings and agricultural structures to nationally significant works of modern architecture. The Wisconsin Historical Society describes this