One of the things that comes up in discussions in the link above is local conditions dictate how structures are built. In Florida a slab foundation and cinder

One of the things that comes up in discussions in the link above is local conditions dictate how structures are built. In Florida a slab foundation and cinder block walls is what you want in a place with Hurricanes and a high water table. On the California coast you want a stick built house. Because of earthquakes. North east the frost line goes down several feet. Lot of places you have expansive soils which will totally wreck a masonry building. Also the problem the local workforce will be familiar with local designs. And likely to make mistakes if forced to build something different.