Colonial and Post-Colonial American Archi Flashcards
Happened roughly during the 16th century CE, before the european colonizers arrived
Pre-colonial North America
The people were known as
Paleo-Indians (now Native Indians)
The first colonizers were?
of Norse origin with small systematic
European colonization began in
1492
Described as the styles that were developed by european colonizers that features architecture from their mother countries but has been adapted to suit the new world
American Colonial Architecture
These new settlers included the
English, Dutch, French, Swedish, gERMAN, AND sCOT-iRISH
American Colonial Architecture buildings included
Houses, Churches, and Government Buildings
Settlers from great britain spread throughout massachusetts, conneticut, new hampshire, and rhode island and called it
New england
New england colonial architecture is characterized by
Rustic styled buildings with wood as the predominant material
New england colonial architecture is categorized into
Cape Cod style, Saltbox style
The dutch arrived in the new world on
1630
The dutch named their land ..
New Amsterdam and Bergen
Dutch Colonial Architecture style featured
small one room cottages with steep roofs that allowed a second floor loft
Characterized by its use of stone and brick more than wood or a combination off the two as well as it having a symmetrical design
Dutch Colonial Architecture
The first permanent inhabitants of the new world was the
Swedish and Finnish
Swedish and Finnish called the land
New Sweden in 1631, became New Netherland in 1655
Swedish Colonial Architecture is what popularized the “Log Cabin” Aesthetic
Characterized by notched log walls, a corner fireplace instead of a central one, and low pitched roofs using split logs
Swedish Colonial Architecture
-Late into period as the colony was not found until 1681, -Influenced by Georgian sophistication which was based on English rural farmhouses, - Had the same characteristics as the dutch colonial style but is differentiated by this use of larger windows and shutters
Pennsylvania Colonial Architecture
Located primarily at the southern part of the New Englad Colonies, - This style was popular during the 17th and 18th centuries and featured a blend of greek revival and other minor styles, - It often featured proches and collonade and its light colored symmetrical design, - It is characterized by its use of wood, stone, or brick as the main material
Southern Colonial Architecture
French colonial architecture is sometimes referred to as
Creole Cottage Style
A style seen in parts of southeastern united states that were once french colonies, style featured wrap-around porches, steep roofs, high ceilings, french doors, and a symmetrical design, characterized by its brick or stucco material
French Colonial Architecture
A type of style found in Florida, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and California, - Evoked Renaissance and Baroque Styles specifically from Spain and Mexico, - Featured more medieval elements
Spanish Colonial Architecture
The American Patriots declared their independence on
July 4, 1776
The American patriots named — as commander in chief
George Washington
George Washington led the army known as the
Continental Army against British Forces
The war ended with the signing of the — in which britain ceded control of america to the colonies
Treaty of paris 1893
Described as the prevailing style that flourished between the american revolution and the industrial age
Post-Colonial Architecture
Post-colonial archi is categorized into two
The Antebellum Architecture, The Federal Architecture
Ante meaning
Before
Bellum meaning
Conflict
Before the civil war the prevailing building styles were of
Greek Revival and Neoclassical
Characterized by two storey hgih doric or corinthian columns, porticoes at the fronatage, and a long and grand entrance road with expansive gardens or plantations on both sides
Antebellum Architecture
Prevailing architectural style after the civil war and was comprised of mostly government and civic buildings
Federal Architecture
Federal archi was influenced by
Neoclassical and Palladian Style
Example of Antebellum Architecture
The Millford Plantation
Example of Federal Architecture
Virginia State Capitol
Example of New england colonial architecture
Jonathan Corwin House
Example of dutch colonial architecture
Bronck House
Example of Swedish colonial architecture
Swedish Log Cabin
Example of Pennsylvania Colonial Architecture
Henry Antes House
Example of Southern Colonial Architecture
Georgetown Building
French colonial architecture example
French Quarter, New orleans
Example of American Post colonial architecture
The white house
