Architectural Styles
Just some of the many architectural styles: Click on the titles for a more detailed description.
![]() | Cape Cod (1600s, 1930-1950) Early American settlers developed this northeastern U.S. style, which is known for its gabled roof and plain front. | ![]() | Colonial (1700-1850) This period style features a rectangular, symmetrical design and a simple formality | |
![]() | Federal (1780-1830, 1880- 1920)This grand style, inspired by Roman classicism, was America's first "national style." | ![]() | Greek Revival (1825-1860) Inspired by Greek architecture and democracy, Greek Revival homes feature a symmetrical, formal shape | |
![]() | Italianate (1840-1910) Symmetrical front bay windows and tall chimneys characterize this style. | ![]() | Victorian (1840-1910) "Victorian" refers to several ornate architectural styles that developed during the Victorian era | |
![]() | Colonial Revival (1876-1995) A return to classical architectural styles. It became the standard style of the 20th century. | ![]() | Neoclassical (1885-1925) Recalling the architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, Neoclassical homes are formal and timeless. | |
![]() | Arts and Crafts (1880-1925) The 19th century Arts and Crafts Movement sparked the Craftsman and bungalow styles. | ![]() | Tudor Revival (1890-1950) gables mark the Tudor Revival style. | |
![]() | Prairie (1900-1920) Boxy, low-slung prairie architecture was originated by Frank Lloyd Wright in the Midwest | ![]() | Modern (1905-1965) The broad term "modern" includes several mid-20th-century architectural styles | |
![]() | Pueblo Revival (1912-present) The flat roofs and earth-toned walls of the Pueblo style were inspired by the simple structures of the Pueblo Indians. | ![]() | French Provincial (1915-1945) These symmetrical homes are inspired by French estates from the 1600s. | |
![]() | Art Deco (1925-1940s) A mix of smooth swirls, curves and high-gloss finishes, Art Deco style evokes 1930s movie-star glamour. | ![]() | Ranch (1930-1980) Single-story, open ranch homes are modeled after the casual style of true Western homes. | |
![]() | Contemporary (1965 - present) "Contemporary architecture" refers to today's diverse building types. | ![]() | Neoeclectic or Mc Mansions (1980 - present) They are romantic versions of the historic Federal & Georgian style Colonials. Some combine different styles. | |



















