Jeffersonian Architecture
Friday February 19th 2010, 11:37 am
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Jeffersonian architectural style was developed by Thomas Jefferson This style was mainly admired during the early American period. The typical features of his designs are the use of octagonal forms, red bricks, use of Chinese railings and the elevation of the main floor which is always above ground level. Jeffersonian architecture is also known as “Palladian” architecture, as it is heavily influenced by the Italian revivalist architect, Andrea (more…)



Architectural Home Details Make the Difference
Thursday February 11th 2010, 5:45 am
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If you are preparing to build a new home or remodel and existing one, remember the details make the difference. Some architectural plans are difficult to dismiss, wall height, lengths, roof pitch, and others. Other more minor details can sometimes be overlooked or changed. It is these small details that make the difference in how a home looks. These are the details that set the tone or mood for different rooms. Three examples of architectural (more…)