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Log HomeLog homes originated as small cabins in the 1600s. Originally, they were built as one room using no nails,

but now many log homes function as large luxurious getaways. Log homes can now be built in any

location, but are most often found in a rural setting. However, the climate of the surrounding area dictates

the type of wood that should be used to build the home.

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Cape CodThe first Cape Cod homes were built in the 1600s. They were inspired by Britain's thatched cottages, but

built with steeper roofs and larger chimneys to withstand cold Northeastern winters. Windows flanking the

front door, dormer windows up top and cedar shingles are also typical of the style. Most of today's Cape

Cods were built after World War II; they were the first style used in modestly priced housing

developments.



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Art DecoArt deco comes from a variety of influences: Ancient Egypt, 1930s Hollywood and the tropical pastels of

Miami Beach. Typical art deco structures have flat roofs, smooth stucco walls with rounded corners and

bold exterior decorations. The style is used more often for office buildings than private homes.



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CraftsmanBungalow and Craftsman style homes were born out of the Arts and Crafts Movement. The emphasis is

on natural materials — wood, stone and brick. Wide front porches and low-pitched roofs are typical. The

interior's open floor plan features built-in furniture, big fireplaces and exposed beams.



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ContemporarySome folks consider contemporary and modern architecture to be essentially the same. However,

contemporary refers to today's building styles, which can vary in design and appearance. Both styles are

similar in that they look to connect indoors and outdoors, but contemporary homes tend to emphasize

energy efficiency, sustainable materials, lots of natural light and the use of recycled non-toxic materials.



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ColonialBack in the 1600s when Colonial architecture originated, there were many variations of the style due to

the diversity of early American settlers. Known for its symmetry, Colonial architecture is most often

characterized by evenly spaced shuttered windows. Dormers, columns and chimneys are also evenly

proportioned to complement the formal style.



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Dutch ColonialOriginating in the early 1600s, this Dutch Colonial style of house began as one room for early American

settlers. Easily recognized by the broad gambrel roof, the style typically features dormers, flared eaves

extending over the porch and a decorative hood over the front entryway. It may also have a centered

Dutch double doorway, which was originally used to keep animals from entering the home, while still

allowing fresh air to flow theough the home. In fact, this house style is also known as a "barn house,"

because of its striking resemblance to a typical barn.



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Georgian ColonialThe most common type of Colonial style is Georgian Colonial. Preceeding the Federal Colonial style,

Georgian Colonial is much simpler in architecture. Like all Colonial styles, Georgian focuses on strict

symmetry. It is typically a box shape and is adorned with windows, which are typically five across and

shutters. The style also features a paneled front door below a decorative crown, which is usually framed

by simple, sometimes flattened, columns.



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Federal ColonialThe Federal Colonial style, also know the Adam style, is modeled after Roman classicism . Similar to the

Georgian Colonial style, Federal Colonial style differs with the addition of wings off to each side of the

original box shape and tends to have more decorative embellishments than other Colonial styles. Federal

style homes are most often made of brick. The front facade screams wealth with its ornamentation, tall

columns and grand curved steps that lead up to the entrance. An elliptical or fan-shaped window usually

tops the door, with long rectangular windows placed symmetrically on both sides of the doorway.



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Mid-Century ModernConstructed out of new ideas, mindsets and a forward-thinking style, mid-century modern architecture

flourished from 1945 to the 1980s. Characterized by flat planes, large glass windows and open space, the

style focused on simplistic design and seamless integration of nature. World War II brought new

materials, such as steel and plywood, to the forefront of architecture and design, and helped to enlighten

new ways of thinking about residential living.


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