Assignment

UI 340: Housing Perspectives “My Home Style” Assignment

Take a picture of your home (or find a photo of a home if you are not able to get a photo of your home). Use your readings and websites (if necessary) to identify the architectural style and features of your home. Copy and paste the photo into a Word document and list the housing style and architectural features. You can either number the architectural features by placing the number on the photo indicating the location of the feature – or point to the feature with an arrow (see example below). To label your images in Word, click on “Insert”, and then click on “Shapes”. Select the . You may also have to click on the photo, and then go to “Format” on the top toolbar. Go to “Text Wrapping” and select “Through”. This will allow you to type next to the photo.

Example: Style: Colonial Revival – Cape Cod

1. Central Chimney

2. Gabled Dormers

3. 1 ½ story

4. Wood trim around door

5. “Shingled” look (vinyl siding)