THE CAPE COD
Originated in Colonial New England - 17th century Became popular again around the 1940’s and 1950’s The term “Cape Cod” was coined in the early 19th century
THE CAPE COD Not built with ornamentation in mind Built to withstand the stormy, cold weather in Ma. Considered a “ship on land” by the 17th century settlers
center chimney - (purpose?) low to ground THE CAPE COD IDENTIFYING FEATURES OF shutters
Steep Roof - (what was the purpose?) Clapboard Siding or Wood Shingles - (why were they used?) IDENTIFYING FEATURES OF THE CAPE COD 1 1/2 stories
Clapboard Siding/Wood Shingles Clapboard Siding Wood Shingles
THE CAPE COD - Elevations knee wall 4’ tall storage space living space
THE CAPE COD - Floor Plans FIRST FLOOR
THE CAPE COD - Floor Plans SECOND FLOOR
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features gambrel roof addition
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features gable roof with flared eaves addition front porch
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features 3 dormers transom side lights
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features shed roof dormers fan light over door
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features gothic addition garage chimney in the front arched door
THE CAPE COD - Contemporary Features raised roof
THE CAPE COD - Assignment Design a 1 1/2 story Cape Cod - architectural elements of your choice Sq. Ft. will be 1500 ft. +/- 100 ft. You will then add on an addition of 200 sq.ft. +/- 10 sq. ft. It could be anywhere on either floor Get creative but follow the rules of good floor planning