Less is More

Seattle architect George Suyama, who admittedly created behemoths in the area in the 90's, agrees the McMansion-craze slowing down. [NY Times] It's called the "loom factor" -- which is the degree new megahouses overpower their neighbors.

Architectural trends are now moving away from ornamental detailing to a style with flat roofs, generous overhangs and large glass walls, like this house in Magnolia.