Contemporary Style

Christine PettyCivil Engineering and

ArchitectureSeptember 7, 2010

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• Not until 1908’s when Contemporary caught on.

• Usually 1 or 2 story houses with basement.

• Materials varied: – Concrete slaps– Rock/Stone– Stucco– Vinyl siding

• Residential Structures• Many designer contributed for

the modern contemporary house.

• Located across the world.

Characteristics of Contemporary Style

Horizontal Floors

Textures vary

Colors vary

References

http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/ig/House-Styles/contemporary-2533692.htm

http://freshome.com/2010/03/01/21-amazing-pool-ideas-for-contemporary-houses/

http://bedzine.com/blog/bed-news/bedzines-contemporary-house-of-the-week/

http://www.newhouseofart.com/contemporary-luxury-glasses-house-design-kappedu-architects/