Beautiful homes: What is style
People are often at a loss for words when queried about the style of their house. It is not surprising that they should be so since style till today has remained a rather ill defined term. Why are some beautiful homes called Victorian and others called Edwardian? What is colonial style and what is neo colonial style? The style is used to describe several aspects of a building. That includes the period in which they used to be built, the materials used, structure and the appearance of the building. Some of the features that are considered while classifying a building include: Materials used for construction eg. Stucco, wood or brickShape and pitch of the roofWindow shape and sizeDoor shapeDecorative details like brackets and cornice Historic period of the style.
Modern homes are a mix of styles. Next time any one asks you about the style of your beautiful home you might want to avoid replying.
