Federal

Early American architecture with classical symmetry.

Overview

Federal architecture, using brick and wood, features symmetrical designs and classical details, prominent in late 18th-early 19th century USA.

Core Characteristics

• Symmetrical, classical facades.
• Palladian windows, low-pitched roofs.
• Colonial prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Massachusetts State House (USA, 1798, Charles Bulfinch).
• Mount Vernon (USA, 1758, George Washington).

Architectural Connections

• Colonial: Classical focus.
• Civic: Public buildings.
• Neo-Classicism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Charles Bulfinch, it shapes early American identity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Masonry (technique), Classicism (theory), Window (element), Georgian (movement)