Ranch Style Architecture

By Steve Grote III

The Beginning of Ranch-Style Homes

First Ranch-Style in Sacramento, 1932 By Cliff May Not popular until after WWII Simple, Easy floor plans Natural Materials 50’s: Garages, glass doors, and picture windows

Characteristics

Single story Hipped or gabled roof Rectangular shape Long, narrow, and low to ground Open interior

Design Elements and Principles

Elements:

Line (Horizontal)

Form (3d rectangular)

Principles:Balance (asymmetrical and symmetrical)

Sources

http://www.antiquehome.org/Architectural-Style/ranch.htm

http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/ig/House-Styles/Ranch-Style.htm