| The weather in an area is a definite factor in deciding how a home is built. Here's an example: It would not be wise to use stucco as an exterior for a home in Delaware because, in the freeze-thaw cycle of the region, stucco can crack and water can get behind the coating. Traditionally, the older homes in the state usually use brick or stone exteriors and the newer ones lean to composite or vinyl siding because of the ease of maintenance and durability. Weather also can define a set of floor plans as southwestern homes make more use of the adjacent outdoor area as usable living space. Again, in areas where winter is a longer presence indoor entertaining would be much more prevalent and would reflect in the increase in floor space. |
