11. • A domestic architectural style
originating in the United States,
noted for its long, close-to-the-
ground profile, and minimal use of
exterior and interior decoration
12. • These homes have a distinct
rectangular or square shape, are
often large and stately, feature
decorative crown over front door
and often have long, symmetrical
windows on both sides of the door.
Many also have a staircase leading
up to the front door and columns on
the front porch.
13. • Features low-pitched tile
roofs, stuccoed exteriors, bold door
and window arches, as well as
arcaded walkways and patios. House
plans are common to California and
the Southwest, but may be found
throughout the continent as well.
14. • Characterized by the prolific use of
intricate gable and hip rooflines,
large protruding bay windows, The
generous use of decorative wood
trim, and hexagonal or octagonal
shapes often appearing as tower
elements in the design.
15. • Style of house characterized by a
low, broad frame building, generally
a story and a half high, with a
steep, pitched roof with end
gables, a large central chimney and
very little ornamentation.
16. • Designed with a balance of style and
utility, making the home both
pleasant and livable. It can be stylish
without being intimidating and
elegant without being stuffy.
17. • Its main features are a low-pitched,
gabled roof (often hipped) with a
wide overhang and exposed roof
rafters. Its porches are either full or
partial width, with tapered columns
or pedestals that extend to the
ground level. A combination of
natural materials are used, such as
wood and stone, and often a
combination of more than one type.
18. • House plan has sweeping horizontal
lines and wide open floor plans.
Other common features of this style
include overhanging eaves, rows of
small windows, one-story projections
and in many cases a central chimney
