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The Cape Colonials By: …….. January 17, 2013
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Origin, Climate, and Location 17 th Century Major Influence in Design Enjoyed for Beauty New England States Stormy Weather Cold & Windy
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Cape Cod Steep Gabled Roof Small Overhang Double Dormers Symmetrical, Rectangular Shape Shutters & Window Boxes 1, 1 ½, or 2 stories Affordable Large Functional Rooms
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Cape Cod Images
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Cape Ann Centrally Located, Large Chimney Attic Rooms Simple and Attractive Simple entrances Gambrel Roof Small and Narrow Dormers
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Cape Ann Images
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“Colonial Revival: The Cape Cod.” Antique Home, 2010. Web. 15 January 2013. Google Images Kicklighter, Clois E., and Joan C. Kicklighter. Architecture: Residential Drafting and Design. Tinley Park, Illinois, Goodheart-Wilcox, 2008. Print. Marcoux, Steele. “American Architecture: The Elements of Cape Cod Style.” Houzz, 26 May 2012. Web. 15 January 2013. Works Cited
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Greek Revival Made and Presented by ……..January 15, 2013
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Description Style reminiscent of Greek designs and motifs
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Origin Mimicked Greek Temples Came to US around 1820 Began in Philadelphia Represented Democracy
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Location Northern United States Mostly public buildings Southern United States Large Colonnaded Greek Revival mansions
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Unique Features Large Porticos Columns Low Pitch Gable or Hip Roof Front Facing Triangular Pediment Wide Band Trim Cornice Line Elaborate Door Surround
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Floor Plan
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Works Cited "1825 - 1860: Greek Revival House Style." About.com Architecture. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2013. FloorPlans. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2013 "Greek Revival â Popular 1825-1860." Greek Revival Style. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2013. "Greek Revival Architecture in America." Greek Revival Architecture in America. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Jan. 2013.
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