Contemporary Style
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Contemporary Style
Christine PettyCivil Engineering and
ArchitectureSeptember 7, 2010
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• Not until 1908’s when Contemporary caught on.
• Usually 1 or 2 story houses with basement.
• Materials varied: – Concrete slaps– Rock/Stone– Stucco– Vinyl siding
• Residential Structures• Many designer contributed for
the modern contemporary house.
• Located across the world.
Characteristics of Contemporary Style
Horizontal Floors
Textures vary
Colors vary
References
http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/ig/House-Styles/contemporary-2533692.htm
http://freshome.com/2010/03/01/21-amazing-pool-ideas-for-contemporary-houses/
http://bedzine.com/blog/bed-news/bedzines-contemporary-house-of-the-week/
http://www.newhouseofart.com/contemporary-luxury-glasses-house-design-kappedu-architects/