1. Architectural Styles Project
Ardrey Kell High School Charlotte, NC
Art Deco

2. Architectural Style: Art Deco
History:
Popular from 1925 to 1940’s in the United States.
The style was based on discoveries of artifacts found in King Tut’s tomb.
Art Deco design is a style that was more frequently used in commercial construction, but an adaptation was made to accommodate residential construction.
One of the best locations to see examples of numerous art deco style structures is in South Beach, Florida. (Miami)

3. Architectural Style: Art Deco
Characteristics:
A. The roofs are typically flat
B. Curved walls with smooth stucco type texture
C. Large windows placed on curved walls
D. Most Art Deco style homes contain balconies with
metal railings, or half walls that match the exterior
veneer of the building.
E. Window grids (muntins and mullions) are usually made
of steel, and are painted black or other contrasting
color to the veneer.
F. Art Deco homes often incorporate items such as glass
blocks, neon lighting details, and chrome accents on
the interior and exterior of the building
G. Frequently painted white with pastel trim colors.
Note – It is not uncommon for them to be brightly
painted with vibrant color schemes

4. Examples of Art Deco Architecture

5. Bibliography
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