Architectural Styles
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History
Much of Weston’s charm derives from the diversity of its architectural heritage.
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Colonial (1650-1770)
The center-chimney Colonial style is the first distinctive housing style in New England.
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Georgian (1725-1780)
The term “Georgian” refers to houses built during the reigns of several King Georges in England.
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Federal (1780-1830)
The label “Federal” is applied to houses built after the Revolutionary War during the period of the new republic, a federation of states.
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Greek Revival (1830-1860)
This style was inspired by renewed interest in the classical symbols of Ancient Greece.
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Italianate (1850-1885)
This style was influenced by the architecture of the Italian countryside.
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Second Empire or Mansard (1870-1885)
This style is primarily distinguished by a mansard roof with steeply sloping sides that rise to a flatter deck above.
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Queen Anne (1875-1900)
This is one of the styles commonly called “Victorian” and is known for its decorative use of materials and colors.
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Shingle Style (1880-1900)
The Shingle style developed as an architect-designed rather than builder-designed style first used along the New England coastline and in resort areas.
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Tudor (1890-1940)
Review the characteristics of the Tudor Style of architecture.
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Bungalow (1900-1930)
The word “bungalow” comes from India, where it is used to describe low, single story houses with large verandas.
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International Style (1930-1950)
International is an architect-driven style reflecting the radically new ideas and designs initially popularized in Europe in the 1920s.
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Cape Cod (1690-Present)
This is a native style of architecture, dating back to the colonial period in New England.
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Colonial Revival (1880-Present)
This style, popular after the U.S. Centennial of 1876, looks back to Colonial and Federal architecture for its inspiration.