Architectural Styles
A Visual Guide
What's it about
Ever felt lost trying to tell a Neoclassical building from a Georgian one? Get ready to see the world's cities in a whole new light. This guide gives you the power to instantly identify architectural styles, from ancient Greek temples to modern skyscrapers, and understand their stories. You'll learn the key visual cues—the specific columns, window shapes, rooflines, and ornamentation—that define each era. Discover how to trace the evolution of design, recognize iconic architects' signatures, and finally put the right name to every building you've ever admired.
Meet the author
Margaret Fletcher and Robbie Polley are esteemed architecture professors at Auburn University’s influential Rural Studio, where they have guided students for over two decades. Their hands-on work teaching design and construction in underserved communities led them to develop the innovative visual learning methods found in this guide. This unique background of academic rigor and practical application inspired them to create a clear, accessible resource for students and enthusiasts to understand the language of architecture.
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