Stucco homes and home building – a short history. One of the most common, traditional building styles is greatly misunderstood. Stucco, a material that is similar to plastering, has become an efficient, durable process that is prevalent in the United States from the mid-1800’s forward to today. Because stucco looks similar to adobe, it tends to be most popular in states that are highly influenced by Spanish and Mexican architecture. Of course, this includes California, as well as Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and Florida.

Many people think of stucco as being the poor man’s brick thinking that it is only used by those who cannot afford a better building material. This simply is not true. Some of the most beautiful and luxurious new homes and hotels are being built with stucco. It gives an Old World look to the building while providing huge advantages over other siding choices.

Stucco homes are prevalent in Tuscan-style exterior designs as well as Spanish Mission architecture and some homeowners choose to use it just for one or two rooms rather than an entire structure. If you want a certain feel for your kitchen or family room, stucco can add a definite flair to your room.