1. Montgomery Schuyler states "conformity to the environment is a prime virtue in domestic architecture". What can today's, sustainable architecture learn from the vernacular? Give examples.
2. Dell Upton identifies four avenues of inquiry that have been pursued in vernacular architectural studies. Discuss two of them and point out their differences. Use examples from the built environment to illustrate your point.
3. Bernard Rudofsky introduces the term "communal architecture". Define his meaning of the term, give examples and discuss its relevance for today's practice.