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    The document discusses Italianate architecture, a Victorian style that became popular in the United States in the 1850s. It was commonly used for modest buildings and was adaptable to most budgets. Key characteristics include a rectangular body, low-pitched or flat roof, balustraded balconies, pedimented windows and doors, angled bay windows, and cornice details.

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    Italianate Style Architecture

    By: Ben Arnold

    History of Italianate Architecture


    Victorian Era Started in 1840s Picturesque Movement US in 1850s Common structure for modest buildings Many different materials used Adaptable to most budgets

    Characteristics of Italianate Architecture


    Rectangular body Low-pitched or flat roof 2-4 stories Corbels Overhanging eaves Balustraded Balconies Pedimented windows/doors Angled bay windows Cupola Cornice Texture

    Sources:
    http://starcraftcustombuilders.com/Architectural.Styles.Vi ctorian.htm http://architecture.about.com/od/housestyles/a/Italianatestyle.htm http://www.frontdoor.com/buy/italianate-architecture/1042 http://www.sharonkramlich.com/sfinfo/architecture/ http://faculty.wcas.northwestern.edu/~infocom/scndempr/ school.html

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