Georgian Architecture in America 16901830 Architectural Styles Mr. M. Anger Instructor

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Georgian Architecturein America(1690-1830)A
rchitectural StylesMr. M. Anger- Instructor
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A Brief History
Villa Cornaro, by Palladio. This is an example
of the European version of Georgian Style. Note
the contrasts with Carpenters Hall, to the right
King George III, for whom the style was named
Carpenters Hall in Boston, a perfect Example of
the American Georgian Style
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Features of the Georgian Style
An example of a pediment. Once again, note the
white trim with red brick façade.
An example of pilasters. Also notice The red
brick façade and white trim, another common
aspect of this Style.
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Some More Features
An example of Paired Chimneys. Also in this photo
we can see the classic five windows across
the front of the home. In addition, take note
of the roof.
A Georgian floor plan. Note the Symmetrical
aspects.
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Some More Features
A transform located over door.
A water table.
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Famous Georgian Buildingsand their Architects
The Old North Church Boston
The Old State House Boston
William Price, Architect
William Payne, Architect
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Famous Georgian Buildingsand their Architects
Independence Hall Philadelphia
Brick Market Newport, RI
P. Harrison, Architect
Andrew Hamilton and Edmund Wooley, Architects
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Citations

• http//www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/cas/fnart/fa267/georg
  ian.html
• http//www.nps.gov/inde/Franklin_Court/Pages/archg
  eorge.html
• http//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgian_architecture
  
• http//architecture.about.com/library/bl-georgianc
  olonial.htm
• http//architecture.about.com/library/bl-georgianc
  olonial.htm