1. World Of Architecture
Chapter 1

2. Man and his Structures
Over the years a number of architectural styles for house construction have been developed.
Many of the structures were deigned to meet climatic conditions and needs of families
Some were planned for luxuries living
Some housing designs were so popular they took on names related to their shape, period of time or area of the country in which they were built.

3. The Cape Colonial Over 200 years ago
Comfortable and livable atmosphere and the rooms are large and functional.
Cape Cod and Cape Ann

4. Cape Cod Earliest and best known traditional Colonel Styles
Small Home with a steep roof and little overhang - Central fireplace or 2 story
Has Shutters on all Windows

5. Cape Ann Larger chimney then Cod Gambrel Roof usually a small dormer
Attic Storage that can be changed in to rooms

6. The Garrison Overhand second story, extra space Steep roof
Narrow Siding – Simple Entrance

7. The Salt Box Lean to – High roof in front and Back
Good Against strong Winds
6” Siding, Large Chimney Central Located
Paned windows with no shutters

9. Tudor House
half-timbering – wood is left exposed around the stucco and brick
Arches and Bay windows – 16th century

10. Southern Colonial Gracious of all Colonials
Traditional Charm - massive
Extended Portico shelters front entrance

12. Modern Structures Ranch Style
Long one story house from the ranchers home
Low Pitched roof with gables and overhanging eaves. Attached garage
1932 started in California – a lot of houses were built in the post war boom

13. 1 ½ Story
Steep Roof
Dormers

14. 2 Story House Bedrooms on the top level Attached Garage
Service areas on the lower level

15. Split Level or Split Entry
originated in the 1950s and 1960s
main living on the second level
Lower level is recreation and storage

16. Contemporary first designed between 1950 and 1970
open interior with high, and often, cathedral ceilings
The exterior of the home is typically flat and neutral

18. House Tour
Walk around town and see the local houses.

19. Find your favorite house on the internet and create a drawling of it.