Welcome to the new Vernacular Architecture Forum website!

The VAF invites you to explore our website and learn more about vernacular architecture and our organization. You’ll get the latest news on Conferences, Awards & Fellowships, and Publications. We invite you to explore our Learning and Training and Resources pages. These sections are filled with information for graduate students, scholars, professionals, and anyone else who wants to learn about fieldwork, what to read, educational and professional resources, and tools for advocacy, and more.

If you’re not currently a VAF member, we invite you to join us!

What is Vernacular Architecture?

Vernacular architecture refers to ordinary buildings and landscapes. The VAF acknowledges that there have been and continue to be debates on defining "vernacular architecture." We'll be posting brief pieces on this topic in the coming months.
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