In this book, Robert Ellis Thompson traces the history of the dwelling-house from ancient times to the present, and speculates on its future evolution. He examines the various forms and styles of dwelling-houses throughout history, their social and cultural significance, and their relation to the environment. He also discusses the latest trends in architecture, urban planning, and sustainability, and their implications for the future of dwelling-houses. This is a must-read for architects, historians, urban planners, and anyone interested in the history and future of the home. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.