What is the Modern Style?

                Modern style homes are typified by one or
                        more of the following features:

Strong horizontal lines with flat or low-pitch roof

Open interiors with vaulted or beam ceilings

Floor plans shaped like "H, U, T, or L" that enclose outdoor space

Ample use of glass in clerestory windows, sliding doors, and skylights.

An acknowledgement of the increasing importance of the automobile in suburban life with garages and carports becoming important design elements.