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North American Southeast

Eclectic regional style.

Overview

North American Southeast architecture, using wood and brick, spans vernacular to modern, USA.

Core Characteristics

  • Porches, vibrant materials.
  • Climate-responsive, colonial influences.
  • Regional aesthetic.

Notable Examples

  • Southern Plantations (USA, 18th century).
  • Shotgun Houses (USA, 19th century).

Architectural Connections

  • Vernacular, Modern: All eras.
  • Residential, Civic: Various typologies.
  • Regional Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Reflects Southern cultural diversity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Construction (technique), Regionalism (theory), Porch (element), Vernacular (movement)