Mediterranean Revival style houses of the early 20th century take inspiration from historic Spanish and Italian architecture. They often are reminiscent of villas in seaside Mediterranean towns, with clay roof tiles, stucco exteriors, and a blend of indoor-outdoor living spaces. These houses were particularly well-suited to regions that experience semitropical or tropical summer weather. This lovely 1920s example is on a quiet tree-lined street in the historic Wolflin neighborhood of Amarillo, Texas. The second story porch on the right provides a large shaded outdoor living space – essential in Texas before the age of air conditioning.
There were a number of popular romantic revival styles in the first decades of the 20th century, particularly after two million American soldiers saw the architecture of Europe during World War I. These houses ranged from small mail-order cottages with hints of Tudor style to academically correct architect-designed mansions replicating historic European styles.
25 historic architectural styles are described and illustrated in Chapter 2 of “Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners.”
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