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Ranch Style Architecture By Steve Grote III
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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