Anglo-saxon architectureArchitecture and village life

Typically made of wood,

Houses had straw huts

One room structures

Built facing the sun

Housing

hall

Largest house in the village

Chief resided with his warriors

Generally, oxen resided on one end of the hall

churches

long short qouins

double triangle windows

herringbone stone work

narrow arches

Environmental influence

Architecture was directly affected by surroundings

ex. English woodlands provided timber for structures

If wood was not available, turf or cob was used

Some buildings were made of stone for defense purposes

Supports, hinges, latches, etc. were made of wood

environmental influence

Settlements were often built by water

Built to be weather resistant

Typically buildings had 1-2 windows

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