Amish in Florida?

When we think of the Amish, we think of farmers who eschew modern conveniences, including electricity, cars, and modern technology. But that’s not the whole story. Although the Amish are found in over 20 states, you can also find some Amish snowbirds in the state of Florida. Pinecraft: Sarasota, Florida, Population 3,000It may seem quite … Continue Reading »

Log Homes: Adirondack Style

Adirondack Style refers to the architectural design associated with the Great Camps within the Adirondack Mountains area in New York. On lakes in the Adirondacks, such as Spitfire Lake and Rainbow Lake, in the late nineteenth century, landowners built large compounds designed in an opulent lodge style. Homebuilders used building materials from the land in … Continue Reading »