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Mediterranean Revival

Romantic coastal style.

Overview

Mediterranean Revival, using stucco and tile, evokes Southern European villas, 19th–20th century.

Core Characteristics

  • Stucco walls, red-tiled roofs.
  • Arches, courtyards.
  • Romantic aesthetic.

Notable Examples

  • Hearst Castle (USA, 1919).
  • Villa Vizcaya (USA, 1916).

Architectural Connections

  • Historical: 19th–20th century.
  • Residential, Civic: Various typologies.
  • Mediterranean Revival: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Popular in coastal, warm climates.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stucco Construction (technique), Regionalism (theory), Courtyard (element), Romanticism (movement)