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How do you think homes in France are different from homes in the U.S? Be as specific as you can when forming your hypothesis.

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What do you think the difference between a home and a house is? Be specific. Write at least a paragraph.

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1. Click the link below to look at 10 different regions in France that have different styles of houses.
2. Chose the type of house that interests you most and read that section.
3. Do your own research to find one additional website that provides additional details about this style of house. Note: real estate websites just intended to sell this type of house do not count. You need a descriptive website that talks about these houses generally.
4. Write a paragraph describing the type of house you chose.  You should answer the following questions:
A. What is unique about this type of housing?
B. What region(s) of France is it found in?
C. Are houses like this still built today or is it from a specific historical period?
D. Did climate and geography play a role in how this type of house is built?
E. What types of people live/lived in this type of house? Rich people? Disadvantaged people? All types of people?
F. Other interesting facts?
5. Post the link for the additional website you used for your research.

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Chaque région possède sa maison typique, faite traditionnellement avec les moyens du bord : brique, chaume, bois, granit, tuile... Et c'est du solide ! Aujourd'hui encore, les plus anciennes sont là pour témoigner que la construction traditionnelle est faite pour durer. Alors voici un top 10 des maisons de caractère qu'on peut croiser en France.

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1. Choose one of the following Francophone countries/regions that interests you: Québec, Morocco, Haiti, or Switzerland.
2. Find a picture of  a typical home in that area and post the picture here.
3. Do research about what a typical home in that region is like. NO WIKIPEDIA.
4.. Write a paragraph describing a typical home in that region. What are the most unique/notable features? How is it different from a home in the U.S. or in France?
5. Include links to the websites you used for your research.

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Draw a floor plan of either your actual house or your dream home. Label all the rooms in French. Take a picture of the floor plan and post it here.

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Based on our class discussions and readings, compare and contrast French suburbs and American suburbs. Who lives in the suburbs in each country? What are the houses like in each country? Write at least a paragraph

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Look back at your answers for the pre-unit reflection. How would your answer be different now if someone asked you about the difference between American and French houses? How has your understanding of housing in France changed since the beginning of the unit? Write at least a paragraph.

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Draw your ideal house that is either au bord de l'eau, en forêt, or à la montagne. Post a photo of your drawing here along with a paragraph description of your house in French. Click the link below for more detailed instructions about what should go in your paragraph.

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Homes in French probably are more traditional and probably have different decorations. They probably look better too. I don't know much about french homes.

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I think homes in France are more elegant and classic than American homes because France has been around much longer than America. My house is sort of like a french country house, it is made of red brick and has many balconies. I think some homes in France probably look a bit like my house while others are more cottage like.

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I think that houses and homes in France are more traditional/older since France is an older country. I also think that houses are smaller because from what I've seen in Europe, that's usually the case. This also means they are cheaper than most houses in the USA. There might also be more nature around because people in America have a tendency to cut down a lot of trees.

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I believe that houses in France are smaller then in the US because it is more of a confined space in Paris. For the countryside I believe that they are older more quaint homes. The houses in the countryside are probably less expensive because of the size but in Paris they are probably more expensive because it is a expensive city to live in and there are not a lot of large apartments so that means the ones that are large can be really expensive.

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There is probably different architecture and maybe older or younger and it probably also depends on where you are in france housing in larger cities is usually apartments, semi-basements, and just things on or in buildings. In rural areas their are probably more suburban homes.

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I think homes in France are probably smaller and more close together especially in cities. I also think they are better decorated and more traditional than in the US. The houses in the city might also be less expensive than ones in the country because of access to daily things.

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I think that average houses in France are generally smaller because the space is more restricted. I also believe that in France, people do not go as over the top as many people in the U.S. do. In France, I have experienced more old-fashioned houses, especially in rural areas.

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I think that houses in France are larger and less expensive in the country and smaller and more expensive in the city similar to the USA. However I assume that the architecture is different. It is most likely influenced by other European styles where homes in the U.S. are have formed from adaptations of European styles. I think homes in the U.S.A are probably larger because of the larger area of the country and the lower population density in larger parts of the country.

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I think that homes/houses in France are more detailed and elegant than homes/houses in America because they are older. I also think that houses/homes in France are smaller because it is in a smaller space unlike houses/homes in America. Houses/homes in America are generally bigger because it has more space. Homes/houses in the countryside are generally cheaper because they are unlike houses/homes in France where they are in a busier area with more things to do/see.

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I think that a home in France would look a bit older and more traditional than an American house. I think houses in France are usually made with darker brown stone or brick, and they have very elegant designs.

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I think homes in France would have a lot of decoration. I think it would be more traditional than in the U.S. I know that there are some apartments that look like NYC in terms of structure but have more nature and stuff around it(not really a city type).

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Je suis think that homes in France and in the us are similar to the point being where you sleep, where you eat, where you do anything you can legally, and where your family is if you have one.

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I think that houses in France are definitely older and have older characteristics and traits within the houses. I believe this because France is much older then any part of the US so our homes are much more modern then France's. I think that since France is a smaller country but still has a big population, the houses are a bit smaller then the average home in the US.

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A lot of french houses are built differently. American houses are more modern, while a lot of french buildings are built with different materials such as brick or stone. A lot of things also work differently in french houses. They also tend to have a lot more naturalistic things around them, such as flowers, at least in the area I've been to.

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I think houses in France would look older and are smaller. I think they would have different types of things in the house. Some of them probably look similar to houses in the US.

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I think the houses in France are pretty similar to houses in America, but maybe they are older. I think the architecture might be different, such as houses from different eras and influences from different architects. I also think that they might be more suburban and more rural than houses in America, and probably about the same size.

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Personally, I think that homes are different than houses. But to answer houses I think they would be more european and probably different than the U.S. because of difference in cultures. Maybe like the image in the back of this padlet it would be made of bricks.(??) In terms of homes, I believe that a home is where your family is or where you feel safe and that is more of a universal thing. And that a home doesn't just have to be your living area.

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I think that French homes are more decorative and have more color because France is known for being a colorful and beautiful country. So it would make sense that the home matches the country.

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I think that homes in France are more traditional and less expensive and and homes in America are a little more modern. Not all homes will be the same there could also be a mix of different types of homes.

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I think homes in France are more traditional, and detailed than homes in the US. I also think that they may be smaller because of the population in the cities. In Paris I think it may be more expensive to buy a house because houses/apartments/homes in cities are usually more expensive due to the location. I also think that there would be a lot of greenery or plants in houses.

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I think that houses in France are more decorated and colorful and more of a traditional yet elegant style. I think that they would also be a bit older and smaller.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is small. A home is more of a general term for a place of living. However, a house is more specific term for a place to live that usually includes a yard and only one family/party occupies it.

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The difference between a home and a house is different. A house is usually a building with a roof and at least 1 bed. It is a BUILDING, but it doesn't mean that it's home. A home is a place someone lives in.

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I think the difference between a house and home is specifications of each. A home is just a place in which someone lives that makes it theirs. A house is a specific living space in which a person owns that is different to an apartment building or a condo. Something like an apartment building or a condo are still homes that people can live in, but they are not physically houses.

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A home is a nice place where people live and eat and do all of the things they do at home. A house is just a building that is someone elses home

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I think the difference between a home and a house it that a home could be either and apartment, condo, a town house or really anyplace that you can live. A house is only specific to the traditional homes like the one in the on the padlet. In a less physical sense a home has more of a connection to your family and a safe space. A house is not always home.

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I think that the main difference between a house and a home is that a home could be an apartment, condo, etc. A home is just any place where you can live and have the essential things in life. A house is also a place where you live, but is usually just for one family.

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There are a few differences between a house and a home. Firstly a home can be a smaller place like an apartment while a house is a house, a larger independent building. The first difference is based off physical characteristics while the second is based off of how people 'relate' to the place. A home is a base for people where they spend at least some of their personal time and where they interact with family and friends. While a house is just a building where one might live.

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I think that a home has some sentimental meaning. A house is just a building. I would call MY house a home because it means a lot to me and my family lives there. But I probably wouldn't call a random stranger's house a home. Also, a house is a building in a neighborhood. I don't think you would call an apartment a house, but you can call it a home.

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I think a house is just a building that exists. A house doesn't really have any meaning for example when you are saying I'm going to my friend's house. A home is still obviously a building but it is also a place that you feel comfortable in.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is that a home can mean a lot of things. It can mean like an apartment or a condo or something but a house is something that only you and whoever you want to live with and it is not like an appartment.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is a home is a more general term, while the word "house" is more limited. A house is typically the more traditional houses that we have looked at, and they are usually bigger. A home is just a living space, so it could also refer to apartments or other places.

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The difference between a house and a home is that a house is a building, where someone lives. The connotations of a "home" are much deeper and can refer to a place where one truly feels at peace. Many people feel a strong connection to their "home" but might be livig somewhere completely different.

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I think a home and a house aren't really that different. There are many different types of homes like houses, condos, apartments, boats, and cabins. The word home is something that I think someone who lives there would call it. The word house is just describing one type of living place and is more specific then a home. I think that it also is used to talk about a living space if you don't live there.

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A house is a living space, a building with a roof, bedrooms, a singular living space for one family. You can just say that home is a living space, whether it be an apartment or even a hotel, it's somewhere you live either by yourself or with your family.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is that a home is a more general term where as house is a more specific term. A home refers to a place that is lived in or a place where you feel you belong and a house is a specific type of home that is usually a specific type of building where one family lives. A home could be an apartment, a house, a condo, or anything of that sort.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is that a house is a literal structure. It is a building with one or two + floors that someone may live in. A house could describe any random building on your block. I think that a home, however, is more personal. It is somebody's own living space; where they eat, sleep, live, and personalize. A home could be any place that a person lives in. A house is the building, but a home is specific to that one person.

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A HOUSE IS JUST A BUILDING WHERE PEOPE LIVE. HOwEVER A HOME IS A PLACE WHERE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IF YOU have one.  IT IS WHERE YOU PLAY AND HAVE MEALS AND TOGETHER. AND IT is ALSO A PLACE WHERE YOU GO FOR SHELTER FROM WHOEVER IS BOTHERING YOU. THAT IS THE DIFFERANCE BETWEEN HOMES AND HOUSES

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The difference between a house and a home is, a home is where you live and spend your time. A home can be anywhere you live, like an apartment. A house is an independent building where a family or a person lives.

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In my opinion, the difference between a home and a house is pretty big. But, a house can be your home but your home doesn't have to be a house. I imagine a house to be like a place where you reside, more likely a house is shown as a larger building, unlike an apartment or condo. However, a home has some sort of special meaning to you. You may feel comfortable there with friends or family or even by yourself. You could describe another random building/structure on the street you live on as a house but it isn't your home.

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I think a home is somewhere where you feel at home but I think a house is a place with four walls and a roof. A home could be an aparment, a condo, etc... but a house is specifically a building with 4 walls and a roof.

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I think the difference between a home and a house is that a house is just somewhere you live but a home is a place where you truly feel safe. Homes aren't always physical they can be a family member or even a pet. They can be anything or anyone who/that makes you feel safe, happy and loved.

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I chose the region, Provence. It is in the southeastern part of France and it borders Italy. It has a lot of farmland and crops. 'Le mas en Provence' housing is so unique because it is more rural and is more of a farm house. This housing is found in Provence, Midi, parts of Italy and parts of Spain. This type of house isn't built anymore, has an older architectural style, and uses lots of stone and wood. The land in Provence is very flat, for crops, and most houses have lots of land. This allows for bigger houses than other places in France to be made. Also, the Alps border this region which supplies wood and stone. These houses were typically built for disadvantaged people but some rich people owned these houses if they worked near by or on the land.

Links:
https://www.superimmo.com/le-mag/actualite-top-10-des-maisons-typiques-en-france
https://www.houseandgarden.co.uk/gallery/le-mas-des-poiriers
https://www.seeprovence.com/geography#:~:text=Since%20Provence%20covers%20such%20a,the%20coast%20at%20the%20bottom.

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I chose the home style of La malouinière located in the region Bretagne. These homes are mansion homes that are very large and elegant.  They were built in the countryside during the late 17th century by rich fleet owners. Now days many of these structures are used as museums and not for living in.They are considered very bleak with gardens providing shade and large gates making the property very private. They are unique due to there size and other features like many many large windows. Climate played somewhat of a role in the creation of these homes. Architects decided to plaster the walls in white to fight against salt and humidity. The inside features wood furniture, marble and porcelain.

https://www.brittany-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/culture-and-heritage/the-malouinieres-mansion-houses/

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I chose the home type of a Chalet. A chalet is most commonly found in the Alpine areas including the French, Swiss, German, Italian alps. These houses have been used for a long time. However, they used to be used as warehouses for dairy cattle farmers. They would bring their herds in the summer and would often have multiple chalets at different altitudes. When winter set in, they would bring the cattle down and return in the spring. Today, Chalets are no longer used as warehouses for cattle herders but rather as luxury ski homes. People of many different social classes live in these chalets as they come in many different sizes. However, most chalets are massive and house rich people. They are mainly made of wood as trees are abundant in the mountains. The base of the house is made of stone, and then above it most of the rest is made of wood but can also include some stone. These chalets have extensive, slanted roofs so that snow does not damage the roof/chalet. They have many pretty balconies made of wood, a wood that has first been dried. Much of the interior is still a very rustic style, but many owners like to include more modern style interior.

https://www.skiingproperty.com/2020/08/05/what-is-a-french-chalet-ski-accommodation/

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I chose the region Alsace. It is the Germanic region of France, and there remains a strong Germanic influence on the half-timbered houses of Alsace. Half-timbered houses are unique because of their bright colors and famous half-timbering; hence the name. They are different from timbered houses, often because of their height, as they were usually built with three or four floors. This construction method of half-timbering dates back to the Roman Empire and gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France. Timber was seen as a good insulator, making it a fitting material for use in Alsace with its cold winters. The steep roof was designed to prevent snow from collecting. Because of a large amount of wood resources in the forests of Vosges in Alsace, timber became the main choice of construction, leading to the timber used to build these houses. That is how the climate played into these houses. The reason for these square patterns of the timber beams is not just for strength, but also for symbolic representation for the owner of the house. Often times, the corner post would be decorated with symbols, patterns, or characters. Since the 15th century to the late 19th century, half-timbered houses were built in France. Nowadays, most of these houses are used as B&Bs or hostels although some of them remain family homes. Fishermen, millers, and tanners once lived and worked in Strasbourg, Alsace. This was because of the streets were built level with the waterways. I would say many different types of people lived in these houses, but mostly middle or working class people during the Middle Ages.

https://www.uniqueretreats.com/traditional-french-architecture-half-timbered-houses/

https://www.completefrance.com/french-property/half-timbered-houses-in-france-8788738

https://about-france.com/regions/alsace.htm

https://www.french-property.com/regions/alsace/half-timbered/

https://www.visit.alsace/en/223007616-The-Petite-France-quarter/

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The type of house that I chose to research are the cottages, or chaumières, in Normandy. This house is different from many others houses because of its unique roof. The roof is thatched and is usually made of rye, seeds, or wheat. These houses are typically found in upper Normandy (which is in Northwest France), but they are also seen in Europe. They are still built today using local materials. Climate and geography play a role in the decoration of this house because the irises that are traditionally planted around the house are taken care of perfectly by the climate of Normandy. The type of people who live in these cottages are farmers or people with less money. Farmers and people with less money live in these homes because they can build them for cheaper. It is less expensive because they can use mostly local materials to make the chaumières.

Link: https://www.french-property.com/regions/haute_normandie/thatched-chaumieres/

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I chose The Basque House. This type of house is pretty unique because of the colors. The main colors used for this house is dark red, white, and sometimes green. The roof is asymmetrical and descends on the side. It is pretty stocky as well. The region that these types of houses is called The Basque Region. It is found in the Southwest of France.  Basque Houses are were built after the mid-15th century. They are not commonly built today. In the Basque Region, it rains a lot so that is why the houses have slanted roofs. The type of people who live in this house are normally if they have a long tradition or connections with it. This region is also pretty good for agriculture which is why a lot of people who live in these houses farm or do stuff similar to that. An interesting fact is about the Basque peppers. Sometimes, you can see peppers hanging from the roof of the Basque House. These peppers are actually their “signature” and is used often.

Citations and Links:
link (ny times)
link (basque house)
link (peppers)
Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Basque Country". Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Oct. 2011, https://www.britannica.com/place/Basque-Country-region-France. Accessed 5 April 2022.

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I chose the region Île-de-France, which is a region in north-central France. The type of house that I chose from this region is the La meulière. It is made of millstone and limestone. These materials were quite popular during the 20th century in Paris. Meaning that most of these houses were built between 1880 and 1930, but this type of stone was still used up until 1950. These houses were made by opulent Paris residents, who wanted to leave the city and take advantage of the new railroad tracks. However, some of the new residents were part of the working class, who wanted to join the expanding workforce outside of Paris. Something unique about this type of house is that there are different sizes/styles of the same house, meaning some were seen as vacation homes for the rich while others were seen as modest homes for the working class. The main material of the houses being limestone and millstone also added to their uniqueness. Geography did play into the making of these houses since they are located in the countryside and were made in a rustic country style. A fun fact about La meulière houses is that they have very unique color schemes, usually being brown and red.

Link: https://www.connexionfrance.com/article/Practical/Property/Gritstone-means-villas-in-the-Paris-banlieues-are-well-hard

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I chose the mas homes in Provence. Provence is located in southeastern France. It is a very rural area with very beautiful features such as the sunset. Something that makes Provence France different is the beautiful landscape. It has a Mediterranean climate. The housing I did my project on is usually located in Provence but is also found in midi regions in France and in Spain. A mas is almost always rectangular, with two sloping roofs. This type of house isn't made anymore and most of them have turned into very expensive homes or vacation homes. The climate did come into play for how this house was built, for example, they always face south to offer protection against the mistral wind coming from the north. There are no windows facing north and on all other sides, windows are narrow to protect against the heat of the summer and the cold of the winter. Lastly, the type of people who lived there used to be all types but now it is becoming more wealthy.
https://tripusafrance.com/9-things-provence-is-famous-for/
https://boston.consulfrance.org/French-Corner-Discover-Provence-May-2016
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mas_(Mediterranean_farmhouse)

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I chose the basque house the basque house is a white house with a low asymmetrical roof and half-timbering. What makes basque houses unique is that they have four facades or faces to protect the people there from the weather. They also have white facades that are made from white lime. the white lime gives the house a very pure white and recognizable appearance. They also have red half-timbering which are red beams that make the framework of the wall. Basque houses are only found in the Basque country. The Basque country is in the southwestern part of France there is lots of rain and there are 120 inches of rain per year there. In the Basque country there is a very old language that they keep preserved. The reason they have the low and symetrical roofs is because of all of the rain that comes down. Basque houses are not really built today but people did build them in the 15th century. People who live in basque country usually are indigenous and are related to the culture. A fact is that people in spain also live in basques since basque country is close to the border region is languedoc
https://www.valentinimmobilier.com/maison-basque-quelles-sont-les-caracteristiques-de-ce-type-de-maison/

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For this research project about different houses in regions of France, I chose the meulière. Located in the Île de France Paris region, meulière are millstone houses. What makes it unique is the stone that is used to build these houses. Meulière is a reddish brownstone and they are connected with this lime plaster to create the walls. These were made all around the city of Paris. When they were made, wealthy Parisians wanted to take advantage of the land around the city and the railways recently built. These railways were taken as an escape from the city. This represents how geography plays a part. However, these houses were occupied by more commonly the rich, the working class also moved towards the  Made in 1880 all the way until 1930, the production of these houses came to an end. Although, these stones were used until 1950. As for the question, on how the climate has impacted the structure and designs of these, I, unfortunately, do not have the answer. Searching through multiple websites I sadly could not find any information on these. Nonetheless, something special about the meulières is the fact that all of them have their own particular style and design chosen by the owner.

links and citations:

https://www.connexionfrance.com/article/Practical/Property/Gritstone-means-villas-in-the-Paris-banlieues-are-well-hard

https://aladyinfrance.com/parisian-stone-called-meuliere/#:~:text=Meuli%C3%A8re%20houses%20were%20built%20from,most%20often%20reddish%20in%20colour.

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I chose the home style of la longère located in the region Vendèe. The farmhouse, like a cottage, was the rural house of the peasants. It is generally a longhouse built with a residential part and a barn part. It was used to shelter animals, men, and tools. Longères are found in almost all regions but especially in the north and west of France, particularly Brittany, Normandy, Haut-de-France, Limousin, and Pays de la Loire. Longhouses are still built today as they are used for agricultural use. Longhouses are in a region that is a peninsula, and since these parts of France are major food sources, they have more access to the sea, which means they need more space for stocking up and storage spaces. Mostly farmers and fishermen, and agricultural workers need a place to live that is the simplest and least costly form of housing and longhouses have the space so it is perfect for them.

Links:
https://thegoodlifefrance.com/guide-to-french-property-styles/
https://www.completefrance.com/french-property/buying-and-selling/3-french-property-styles-explained-8348528

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Le chalet - Alpes

The houses in the Alps are made out of wood because there is a lot of wood in the mountains. It has a cabin-like vibe. A lot of families who like to ski reside in these houses. The base of the house is made of stone and everything above it is made of wood. This house is found in the Alps, which is in the south-east part of France. Houses like this are still built today. The area is very cold so the houses are made out of wood, it is warm and it insulates well. Also, there are a lot of trees in the French Alps so this is a common resource for these types of houses  More wealthy people buy these houses, because the average amount for a medium-sized house in a neighboring area, Grenoble, was 900,000. Chalet houses are around 1.5 million. Also, most people buy this as a second house so they have to be wealthy enough to afford 2 houses. A lot of the houses now are used as luxury ski homes. Many have pretty balconies and amazing views.

https://www.french-property.com/regions/rhone_alpes/chalet/#:~:text=Chalets%20are%20a%20traditional%20French,chalets%20are%20to%20be%20seen.

https://www.superimmo.com/le-mag/actualite-top-10-des-maisons-typiques-en-france

https://www.properstar.com/search?placeId=ChIJb76J1ov0ikcRmFOZbs0QjGE&tt=Sell&pt=House&sem_h1=House%20to%20Sell%20in%20Grenoble,%20France&sem_t=House%20to%20Sell%20in%20Grenoble,%20France&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=parameter&gclid=CjwKCAjw0a-SBhBkEiwApljU0hJCojG1k2I_ymX-JcFZDGr7QElpKzaPDmZSUIxY630HLV6XabHXeBoC1qIQAvD_BwE

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I chose the region Alpes. The Alpes is in the South Western part of France. In the Alpes the house that is most common there is the chalet. The abundance of wood there means that the chalets are built out of wood. The base of the house is made out of stone. Something that's unique about the house is that the upper floors project over the lower floors and there are usually multiple balconies with carved railings. Chalets are still built today. Before, they were built to house dairy cattle herders. Now they are a destination for skiing and hikers. Chalets are built to withstand the cold snow of the Alpes. Overhanging eaves allows snow to easily fall off. A central fireplace allows inhabitants to stay warm in the cold winter.

https://www.britannica.com/technology/chalet
https://www.angi.com/articles/what-chalet-style-house.htm

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My region of choice was Brittany, the type of home is La Malouinière.  This home was used by rich privateers so they could be away from the cramped city of Saint-Malo.  These privateers, pirates serving the King, were very rich men generally.  The majority of Malouinières were built between 1680 and 1730 they are not really made anymore.  Geography does play a big role in the location of the Malouinières, they are normally within 12 miles of Saint-Malo so they could access their ships without having to take many hours or even days ride.  These houses tended to be perfectly symmetrical and were inspired by military architecture.  Actually they were inspired by a French military engineer named Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban whose fortifications played a contributing role in European history until the 19th century when I assume the fortifications fell out of favor to modern architecture. The outside was usually plastered in white to fight the salt and humidity of the area. These residences were designed for relative seclusion and privacy so gates, large shrubs, and walls were very common along with the property being surrounded by woods.

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Sources:https://www.superimmo.com/le-mag/actualite-top-10-des-maisons-typiques-en-france

https://www.brittany-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/culture-and-heritage/the-malouinieres-mansion-houses/

http://www.la-ville-bague.com/index_en.html

https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1283/

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This house was very colorful and it seems to stand out a bit due to the color. It is found in the Basque region, in southwest France. They were built in the early 1500s. The house is a very traditional one, and it's not one an average family would live in. Most people who lived in these houses were from traditional families. It is easy to recognize these houses, as they are found only in the Basque region. They're usually used for farming and agriculture due to the region it's in.
https://www.pyreneanexperience.com/the-basque-house-a-mixed-blessing/

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I chose the style of home called la Malouinière which is located in Brittany, France. The Brittany region is a quite large one that is located in the North-west corner of France where the ocean meets the land. The houses that are part of this region are elegant mansions that were built in the 17th century by wealthy shipowners. These upscale residents planned to make these houses their holiday homes in order to get away from the cramped city for a couple months of the year. They are very unique because of their massive size and standout traditions of house-building that are not as commonly used today. An example of this are the big extravagant windows that decorate the exterior of the house, and the rarity of shutters pairing with those windows. This contrasts the modern houses which shutters are frequently used to have privacy from other residents. Theses type of homes are no longer built today and as explained, go against many modern french home traditions. Climate played somewhat of a big part when it came to the materials that these houses would be built with. The well-known white facade of the exterior was actually plastered by architects to keep away humidity and salt. The interior of the house is known to be very lavish with decorations from the owners memorable trips, luxurious wood for appliances, parquet and marble floors, and porcelain from Compagnie des Indes. As you can infer from these wealthy materials, the owners of these houses were very well-off, returning from expeditions where they would steal enemies ships and take whatever laid aboard.

Link: https://www.brittany-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/culture-and-heritage/the-malouinieres-mansion-houses/

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Le Chalet - Alpes/Swiss Chalet is a house or a cottage made of wood that is typically located in the Alpine region. They are still built today and are commonly used by people who enjoy skiing and/or hiking because they are usually located on steep mountains. These houses used to be used for dairy farming but are now mainly located in the Alpine region. Because they are mostly located in the Alpine region they have sloped roofs to avoid snow accumulation and have wide edges in the front of the house. The chalet house is unique because of its triangular shape and overhanging eaves. They are almost always two stories high and have many windows. The footprint for these houses is usually pretty small considering they are meant to be built on small, steep areas, but they have high ceilings which make the house appear bigger and more open on the inside.

https://www.mydomaine.com/chalet-style-house-5203573#:~:text=Chalet%2Dstyle%20houses%20are%20possibly,on%20top%20of%20the%20house.

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What is unique about this type of housing?

This type of house is unique because it is specific to the region of Normandie, and its architecture reflects as such. This house is unlike many other types of houses, with its long shape and relatively little floors. It’s also separated from other houses in France because the roof is low and very prominent. It’s sometimes made of hay, rye, and wheat.

This type of house is found in the Normandie region, but other types of cottages can be found all over france.

They’re still being built in rural Normandy by locals, who keep this tradition alive.

The environment this house is in shapes the architecture, with the thatched roof, low roof, and other characteristics that are unmistakable for Normandy.

types of people?

Mostly farmers and rural folk live in this house, with Normandy being very agrarian.

website:
https://www.lamaisondemariette.org/

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Something unique about it is that is built mostly out of wood. It is found it the alpes. it is in the mountains so it is built to withstand the cold. Rich people live here because it cost a-lot and it cost a-lot to rent too. Fun fact he base is made out of stone so mostly everything is wood.

https://www.britannica.com/technology/chalet
https://www.superimmo.com/le-mag/actualite-top-10-des-maisons-typiques-en-france

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I chose la malouiniere. It is found in the region Bretagne. The climate is usually not that hot or cold, it rarely goes over 70 degrees or under 30. The houses are very symmetrical. Inside the houses are very old decorations. The outside of the houses are plastered in white to fight humidity and salt. In the 17th and 18th century, one hundred of these houses were built by shipowners. Today they are open for visits.

https://www.brittany-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/culture-and-heritage/the-malouinieres-mansion-houses/

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I chose to write about Switzerland for this project. A typical home in Switzerland is a chalet or any single/detached house. A large part of the Swiss population lives in single houses rather than apartments or rented homes. Chalets are found all over Switzerland since there is a lot of snow. Swiss architecture is unique because it mixes a lot of different styles together including Roman, Gothic, and Modern. The Roman style has more rounder shapes, the Gothic style has more points and Modern architecture is more rectangular. The unique thing about chalets is that they are built to withstand the changing climates. Architects primarily use wood and stone to build them and they have a sloped roof for snow and ice to slide off of. These homes are still built for many different people all across the country. More common homes in Switzerland include older, historic homes that have been preserved throughout the years. These homes are more commonly made of stone and brick and have a rustic style. There was also a lumber shortage when these older houses were being made. The oldest wood house in Switzerland dates back to around the year 1100.
Swiss homes are different from American homes because American homes are more modern and vary a lot more. In the U.S., there are beach houses, winter houses, cabins, etc. Also, in Switzerland, houses are typically smaller and occupy less people (2-3). Lastly, Switzerland has a higher population density so the homes have less yard space and are closer together.

Links:
https://www.alfred-mueller.ch/en/forum/article/how-switzerland-lives
https://switzerland-tour.com/information/architecture
https://studyinginswitzerland.com/switzerland-architecture/https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/-swisshistorypics_old-houses-tell-switzerland-s-story/44549934

Picture:
https://www.expatica.com/ch/housing/buying/sell-house-switzerland-195315/

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I chose the style of La malouinière. These houses are located in Brittany, France. These houses are very big and elegant. When people used to live here they were very rich shipowners. These homes were usually people's holiday homes. These were built in the 17th century. These houses are unique because they are very big and they have some traditions of the house that are usually not used today in modern homes. One example of this is the very large windows that these houses have, these windows decorate the outside of the house and there are shutters with the windows. The houses were white because they were plastered by architects to keep away humidity and salt. The inside of these houses were very lavishly decorated, they had nice furniture and marble floors.

https://www.brittany-tourism.com/discover-ille-et-vilaine/culture-and-heritage/the-malouinieres-mansion-houses/

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I can’t draw straight lines to save my life so here

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Les maison es moyen. Le entrer es á cote le salon et la salle a manger. Dans le cuisine il y a un frigo, un placard, un four, un mixer. À cote le cuisine es deuxième le salle à manger. Dans le salle à manger il y a un table et six chaises. J'ai deux escaliers conduire à le premier étage. Dans le salon il y a une canapé, un fauteuil, un tapis, une lampe et une table. À le droite de le salon il y a deuxième salon.

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A large percentage of Haiti lives in rural areas and each home is made of materials such as local grasses, metal, plastic, and palm leaves for the roof. The walls and floor are made of mud and they are usually two-room homes and are small. There is no running water and electricity and the bathroom is a hole either inside or farther from the house. These houses are still built today and it takes $8,000 to build each home. Something unique about this style of home is that each house is typically built in a compound and is built by the head of the household. This house is different from the U.S. because it is smaller and the materials are different, American homes typically use brick or concrete, or wood. They are different from french homes because many homes are apartments or made of stone and wood.
https://www.britannica.com/place/Haiti/Housing

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C'est ma maison. Dans ma maison, il y a huit pièces. Au fond du couloir, il y a la terasse et le jardin. J'ai des lègumes et des fruits. À droite du couloir, il y a la salle à manger. Il y a une table, des chaises et des ustensiles. À gauche du couloir, il y a le salon. Dans le salon, il y a une tèlè, un canapè et des fauteuils. Sous la chambre, il y a la salle de jeux. Je joue aux jeux vidèo. Dans la chambre, je dormis et fais des devoirs. À droite de la terasse, il y a la cuisine. Dans la cuisine, il y a une table, des chaises, un frigo, un micro-ondes, un four et des placards.

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The region that I chose was Morocco. There are different styles of houses in Morocco but I decided to learn about the riads. The riads are one of the two main types of traditional Moroccan houses. There are often two or more stories around an interior garden centered around a fountain. In my opinion, the most unique about riads is the interior garden and fountain in the center. Riads were normally home to wealthier families in Morocco such as merchants and courtiers who were able to build mansions that included interior gardens. The walls and floors are made of Tadelakt which is a waterproof plaster surface that are often used for baths and sinks. The difference between houses in Morocco and houses in the U.S is the style of the house. In France, people choose the style of the house which is kind of like this.

Links:
- https://theworldpursuit.com/what-is-a-riad/
-https://theculturetrip.com/africa/morocco/articles/a-brief-history-of-riads-moroccos-exquisite-accommodation/

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Dans mon salon deuxième le canapé à gauche de la télévision. Dans mon salon il y a un piano, une table, un canapé et une fauteuil. Dans la cuisine il y a une table, des chaises, un frigo, un micro-ondes et un placard.  Dans la salle a manger la lampe sur de la table.  Dans mon garage il y a un vélo, une voiture et des skis.

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I chose Switzerland as my region. A typical home in Switzerland is a detached house. Most detached homes are occupied by one or two people even with the amount of space they have. Detached homes are nicer, bigger versions of apartments. Since these houses are extremely nice and are meant for 1 to 2 people, only 28% of the Swiss population live in a detached house. Not only is it expensive and not typically for families, but people complained that there was an excessive amount of space, poor exploitation of limited land resources, and excessive mobility costs. Since then regular apartments are being more at use, especially for families.  People think that apartments are fit to their needs better. Swiss homes are elegant and fit to your specific style and taste.

Links:
https://www.alfred-mueller.ch/en/forum/article/how-switzerland-lives

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The detached house is the Swiss dream

Statistics show that the Swiss live relatively conventionally: families make up the largest share of households, at 42 per cent. Couples without children come in second place (29.1 per cent) and one-person households in third (18.5 per cent). Other living arrangements or "non-family households", aka shared housing, are less common. We'll therefore illustrate how Switzerland lives with the help of two "model families". A short description of the Kellers and the Pillouds:

The Keller Family
Thomas (45), Martina (43),
Florian (10) and Elisa (7)
5-room rented apartment in Dübendorf

The Pilloud Family
Stéphane (48), Hélène (47),
Fanny (13) and Romain (11)
Owner-occupied 5-room detached house in Bassecourt

The Pilloud family's purchase of their own home was a dream come true - a dream that a quarter of all Swiss people share, according to a current study by MoneyPark. The children can run around the house, practice their musical instruments and play in the garden to their hearts' content. The Pilloud home was built in the late 1980s, a boom period for detached houses. It has five rooms on 152 square metres.

It may surprise you, but this family of four is in the minority with regard to homeowners. Nearly half of all detached houses are occupied by just one or two people. This has consequences. Occupants of detached homes have quite a bit of room, with the average living space per person amounting to between 50 and 59 square metres, compared to between 43 and 48 square metres in apartment buildings.

On average, Swiss men and women require 46 square metres of living space per person. This is comparable with the figures for other countries with similar standards of living, such as Germany, Sweden and France. Switzerland is slightly above the norm compared to the rest of Europe, and well above it in comparison to the rest of the world. Only a few countries have more living space per person, for example the USA, where the average person has a whopping 75 square metres.

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There's no place like home, goes the saying. Ideally, that's true. But what is home? How do the Swiss live? And can you even describe the typical Swiss home? Especially today, with so much in a state of flux - including with regard to family and life plan

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​​A typical house in Quebec is an old English home. In cities like Montreal, it is usually a three-story townhouse that is split into 3-5 apartments. A unique feature of the apartments is their spiral staircase that connects the appartments.  A notable feature of an Old Quebec house is the tall door with a window above it to let light in. The roof is also slanted so the snow slides off more easily. It is different from homes in America because some homes there have flat roofs, which are not good for snow since the roof will cave in if the snow gets too heavy. This sloped roof design is useful because Canada is in the north so there is more snow.

In 1985, Old Quebec was a declared UNESCO World Heritage site. Half of the houses in Old Quebec were built before 1850, and Old Quebec is the only city in North America that is walled. Old Quebec has 1400 buildings built from the seventeenth century that serve many purposes like commercial, cultural, financial, institutional, military, religious and residential. Old Quebec houses have a military or Château that has fortifications like a gate. The Château style is characterized by the elements borrowed from the middle ages like stone masonry, red brick, and neo-Gothic models.
Link:
https://www.peopleareculture.com/old-quebec/

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Traditional Moroccan homes are called Riads, and can be found in the older parts of cities, such as Marrakesh. Riad architecture dates back to the Roman era, and is supposed to be modeled after a typical Roman villa. The word ‘Riad’ comes from the Arabic term for garden, as their most important aspect is a central garden-or courtyard. A courtyard is the center of a riad house, with multiple floors surrounding it. Rooms on the higher floors typically have balconies and windows looking inward to the courtyard as opposed to outward facing, which keeps the courtyard the center of all activities in the house. High ceilings give the impression of having more space. The lower rooms in a riad may have doors or curtains, but it is common for them to be open–the purpose being the relaxation and entertainment of visitors. There is no roof in the courtyard, and it is very private from the outside streets and noises. Often times you can find fruit trees or fountains in it as well. A modern touch in some riads is the presence of swimming pools, or hammams. It also does not rain a lot in Morocco, so furniture is left out in courtyards. During the summertime, because of the heat, the design of the riad has many shady spots for inhabitants to relax in. While the outside seems to be dull and plain, the floors and walls of riads tend to be decorated by wood, mosaic, and metal artisans. One of the differences between homes in the U.S. and Moroccan homes is that Riads have very few to zero windows on the external walls, so the only way to enter a riad is from the outside door. This architectural style is to give the occupants privacy and to protect against the weather. The emphasis on the interior and inner walls of a riad is the main difference between U.S. homes and homes in Morocco. Homes in the U.S. often have decoration and gardens surrounding the outside of houses, and homes are usually painted in various colors. The exterior of Moroccan homes are dull and not much to look at because of the detailed focus on the inside and the courtyard.

https://atlantismorocco.com/riad-an-example-of-moroccan-architecture/

https://friendlymorocco.com/culture/moroccan-riads-architecture-and-history/

https://abdessamia.wordpress.com/2014/04/27/moroccan-traditional-houses/

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The typical houses in Switzerland are Swiss chalets along with detached houses. A detached house is like a single family home that is not connected to any other building. The foundation of a Swiss chalet is often stone or cement and it is exposed on the downhill side.  Copious windows and broad galleries (usually there, though not always present) are there to unite indoors and outside, an important function for a population who enjoy and do a lot of outdoor activities. The galleries are bounded by a railing that caps vertical boards. They are closely spaced and sometimes decoratively carved. Window boxes, a lot of the times planted with geraniums even to this day, offer a bit of color. The roof is also slanted to account for snow, so the snow slides off more easily. Swiss chalets are different from American houses because they are more rustic and have a cottage feel while most American homes are more modern. American homes also are very different from each other. There are apartments, farm houses, family homes, group homes, flats, and many more in the US. There are also less people/house in Switzerland.

https://artsandcraftshomes.com/house-styles/the-swiss-chalet

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A traditional Moroccan house is called a riad. These houses are designed to be simple and inexpensive. They traditionally have flowers in four planting beds. They will also usually have a central fountain. All of the windows in this house face the inner courtyard for privacy, like most homes in France, but unlike houses in the US. Moroccan houses in warmer, drier climates are made of bricks with hay and mud because there is not very much available timber to build houses with. In the more cold and wet climates, houses are made with modern bricks and cement. A downside to Moroccan homes is that unlike American homes, these houses don’t have air conditioning or heating. All in all, Moroccan homes are simple yet elegant, and a great option to stay in if you don’t mind the desert heat.

Links:

http://ordinarywonder.com/a-walk-through-a-typical-moroccan-home/

https://www.onthegotours.com/blog/2018/08/what-to-expect-when-staying-in-a-moroccan-riad/#:~:text=What%20is%20a%20riad%3F,fountain%2C%20but%20many%20variations%20exist

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My decision for this project was to research the houses in Québec. Québec has a variety of different styles of homes, from isolated houses such as a united house, bungalows, cottages, e.t.c. Homes in Québec have influences from all over Europe. There are houses in Québec that have a more English style; these houses started being made in around 1815. You can find these houses in the oldest parts of the city, the Latin Quarter. British settlers in Québec City wanted a feeling of home. Eventually, these houses became the typical home you see around Québec. However, these are not an exact replica of those in Europe, the french-speaking middle class were unwilling to adapt to the three stories of these houses. At the time, one story houses meant that you were in poverty, and buildings with more than two stories hinted that there was most commonly more than one family living in that particular home. So the houses were made to be two stories, but eventually, three-story homes became the standard. Another example of a variation of a house in Québec and one in London was that the houses were long and narrow, they were set back from the streets to be more private and avoid the gaze of those around. A long driveway-like lane led to a stable behind the house. Regardless of the homes in London, Québec was the opposite, they could not create a more private area because of the french-style lots that were shallow. In Old Québec, the faces of the houses that overlooked the streets were all over the street. In order to still have privacy, the first floor was above street level and there were steps that led to the front door. Because there was no back lane, a yard and stable were accessed by a carriage and a gate facing the street. Additionally, houses in Québec had ornate entrances, the front door aligned with the windows on the ground floor, the doors were tall and oftentimes had a window above to bring light. Other unique features of houses in Old Québec were the sloped roofs, unlike the flat roofs in London. Sloped roofs were a necessity because if they had flat roofs they would likely collapse due to the weight of snow. And inhabitants would use their attics as living spaces so architects thought that gabled roofs would be better. Another feature is the tile and slate used, in London these were not suitable for the cold weather the residents in Québec were put up with so they built houses with tin. This is unlike in France where houses in the south were made of stone, and houses made in the Alps out of wood. Nonetheless, there are similarities to a French home, they were able to keep the French way of building a chimney into the high common wall separating the houses, and also served as a fire stop. How are these houses different from ones in the U.S.? Well, not all areas of the U.S. are cold and need so much insulation, but in Québec good insulation is a must. Again, bringing up the roofs, the ones in Québec are slanted whereas some homes in America have flatter roofs. The typical house in Old Québec has evolved over time, they now have their own identities, as they are viewed as a marriage of French and British culture. It is a combination of the architectural traditions that come from France, and the lifestyle of the UK adjusted to suit the local climates.

links:
https://www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/en/citoyens/patrimoine/quartiers/vieux_quebec/interet/maison_type_du_vieux_quebec.aspx
https://www.privilegeimmobilier.ca/en/guide-des-differents-types-de-maisons-au-quebec/

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For this project, I chose to write about Switzerland homes which differ immensely from the houses that we studied in France as well as the houses that we live in, in the United States. The houses that are common in Switzerland are chalet houses and detached houses. These detached houses are very popular in Switzerland and most residents dream to have them, mostly because it’s significantly more spacious than terraced houses or townhouses. Detached houses are a single house that is not attached to any other housing development and is individual. Chalet houses are also very popular in Switzerland because even though they were originally intended for uneven and harsher weather areas, today chalet houses can be built in just about any part of the country. These homes come in all different shapes and sizes but are best known for their dramatic and triangular built style. Chalet houses were originally only built of wood, since that was all that was around, and the more originally inspired ones are centered around that idea. The foundation of this house is made of cement as well as stone. Traditional broad windows and galleries are sometimes present not always though and serve to show the beautiful scenery outside the home and give an amazing view. There are window boxes in most that offer the house a good chance to be colorful and give a little color to the plain brown design. The houses that are described as chalets are usually beautifully and creatively carved inside as well as out. Another unique feature is that these houses can go beyond being a single family home and be a shop or if bigger, a hotel. I think the main reason why these houses are different from the French and United States houses is their extremely creative architecture as well as the average living space per person in Switzerland being a little lower than the one in the United States.

links:
https://artsandcraftshomes.com/house-styles/the-swiss-chalet
https://www.alfred-mueller.ch/en/forum/article/how-switzerland-lives

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The place that I chose was Switzerland. One of the common houses in Switzerland are the chalets. These houses are known for there triangular profile. They have pitched roofs and overhanging eaves. They are usually covered in wooden shingles. These roofs are good for cold climates because when it snows, the snow does not accumulate on the roof. Back when they were first built, they were supposed to be on steep and uneven grounds so the houses had to be smaller. Now these houses come in all different sizes and can fit large families. These houses are usually built with natural materials.The foundation of the house are built with stone and cement while the actual house is usually made with wood. They can be built with all types of wood from all different places around the globe. These houses are almost always 2 stories tall and have tons of windows that fill the house with natural light. The windows are also meant to give a great view of the surroundings outside the house. The inside of the chalet is very open making it feel like a ski lodge. The main room of the house almost always has a fireplace to keep the room warm and helps cancel out the cold air that might be coming from all the windows. Even though these houses are on the smaller side, they have high ceilings that make it feel very big and roomy. These houses were not created by the Swiss, they were created by French and English people who visited and got inspired by the other architecture around it.