Early New England Homes: New England Architecture 101

Focus on All Things New England! [New England Focus Logo]( New England Architecture 101 – Colonial Revival The Colonial Revival comes in many styles, but all pay tribute to America’s earliest homes. [Logo]( Spanning three-quarters of a century, the Colonial Revival era is not so much about a specific style as it is a specific vibe: namely, a nostalgic revival of the English- and Dutch-inspired styles of America’s early home-building days. Colonial Revivals come with a variety of layouts and rooflines, but common elements include symmetry, fanciful accents, and a prominent front entrance. [Build an Authentic New England Home Anywhere]( Our fully pre-cut Home Building Package incorporates conventionally framed outside walls and roof with our unique timbered ceiling system. This allows your local builder to create your own New England gem anywhere in the country! [PLAN YOUR VISIT]( SPONSORED [Cape Cod House] The Colonial Revival is a homey, updated take on an American original. Photo Credit : Illustration by Rob Leanna Famous Example: Your childhood home (or your grandparents’) Where to Find Colonial Revival Homes: Throughout the Northeast, including the Old Post Road Historic District of Fairfield, Connecticut [Cozy Historic Homes for Your Lifestyle]( In our reproduction homes you won’t find 9’ high ceilings, composite materials nor big “bonus rooms.” What you will find are warm welcoming spaces - a long-term sanctuary that will gracefully serve all phases of your life. [PLAN YOUR VISIT]( SPONSORED 1. Structure: A second-story overhang is typical of a variation called Garrison Colonial, shown here with a one-story side-wing addition 2. Windows: Traditional shuttered upper windows with simpler paired lower windows are commonly seen 3. Entrance: Varies widely among Colonial Revival houses but is typically prominent, such as this door with sidelights (but no fanlight) [Ad-300x250]( SPONSORED [New England]( [TRAVEL]( [FOOD]( [LIVING]( [WEEKENDS WITH YANKEE TV]( [YANKEE MAGAZINE]( [SHOP]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( You received this email because you signed for updates from [NewEngland.com](. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletters in the future, please [click here to manage your preferences or unsubscribe](. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved. 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](