In this chapter, we'll go over the most commonly known residential home architectures. Although the majority of homes will fit one of the following architectures below, some can have a mixture of a couple of styles because of renovations that may have been done to the property, or a builders preference for two or more architectural styles that he/she brings together. Below are the most common residential homes you'll come across. Knowing the different types will help you choose decor pieces that help bring the whole atmosphere of the home, both interior and exterior, together.