Ranch Style Architecture

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Ranch Style Architecture By Steve Grote III

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Ranch Style Architecture

By Steve Grote III

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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

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Characteristics

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

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Design Elements and Principles

Elements:

Line (Horizontal)

Form (3d rectangular)

Principles:Balance (asymmetrical and symmetrical)

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Sources

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

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