Newport, Rhode Island, is the classic New England summer resort. The setting for the film "High Society," and the location of John F. Kennedy's wedding, it continues to enchant residents and
visitors alike with an unparalleled concentration of carefully preserved architecture. Here, full-color photos and evocative text highlight the Shingle Style homes that flourish in Newport:
with asymmetrical wood frames and shingled stories set dramatically on stone foundations, these romantic homes blend in the surrounding landscape, creating a unified look. Recently, American
vernacular architecture has witnessed a renaissance, as impressive new Shingle Style homes are built alongside those that have presided along the rugged Rhode Island coastline for more than a
century. The collection of 15 homes showcased in this book represents the best of Newport Shingle Style, now and then.
