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Resource:
Craven, Jackie. "Guide to Colonial American House Styles From 1600 to 1800." ThoughtCo, Aug. 28, 2020, thoughtco.com/guide-to-colonial-american-house-styles-178049. -
In this era, many British settlers came to America, and the architectural styles were brought from England.
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French colonists in the Mississippi Valley area built houses with living quarters above ground level, as the area was prone to flooding. The Destrehan Plantation House sits on 10 foot brick piers.
The building practices were similar to that of the West Indies, as that is where many French colonists learned how to build. Craven, Jackie. “How The French Affected Architecture in New Orleans.” ThoughtCo, 19 July 2019, www.thoughtco.com/house-styles-new-orleans-mississippi-valley-178205. -
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In a post-revolution America, many sought to reject British influences and instead take inspiration from Ancient Greece, the birthplace of democracy.
Americans were also inspired by the Greek War of Independence, which occurred from 1821-1832. Resource:
Hohenadel, Kristen. “Greek Revival Architecture Explained.” The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2022, www.thespruce.com/greek-revival-architecture-4770079. -
Italianate homes grew in popularity with the rise of mass production, which allowed Italianate architectural details to be easily and affordably made. Well-known designers would make pattern books with easy-to-follow blueprints.
This style was appealing, as it could be modified to accommodate many incomes and lifestyles. Resources:
Hohenadel, Kristen. “What Is Italianate Architecture?” The Spruce, 19 Feb. 2022, www.thespruce.com/italianate-architecture-4846180. -
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In the early-mid 1900s, the craftsman style was inspired by the British Arts and Crafts style house, which was spurred in opposition to the Industrial Revolution.
Craftsman styles emphasized natural materials and forms, which rebelled against the mass-produced opulence of the Industrial Revolution-era Victorian house. Resources:
Hohenadel, Kristin. “What Is a Craftsman House?” The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2022, www.thespruce.com/craftsman-homes-5070211. -
The functionality of modern architecture allowed it to spread into urban areas, where immigration and new industries caused a demands for quick and cheap housing.
Modernism, with elements such as a connection to the outdoors, spacious rooms, and lots of light and comfort, grew in popularity, as these complemented new findings on disease, hygiene, nutrition, and health.
