Color in Architecture from Ancient to Modern Times
A local architect argues that color in buildings declined after the medieval era but modern times bring renewed color. He traces color use from Roman mosaics and Gothic churches to Renaissance and Georgian styles, noting stained glass, painted interiors, and decorative surfaces. The piece laments color loss during strict classic revival and praises contemporary, vibrant color in public and private spaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barn Monastery
Paris
St Germain l'Auxerras
Louvre
Rand
Nai Dame de Parla
St Severin
Cathedral of Strasburg
Waatminster
Italy
Della Robbing
Della Robbia
England
Thalr Winters
Florida
California
Cuba
Bermuda
Porch culture and the evolving American sun porch
The piece traces how the porch evolved from a simple outdoor space into an essential year round feature of American homes. It explains historical roots from Gothic porches and Italian piazzas to modern glass enclosures, defines terms from veranda to piazza, and notes shifts toward permanent, weatherproof porches with casement windows for year round use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Greece
Italy
Europe
Fire hazards from heating systems urged. cement floor advised
The article stresses safeguarding around heating apparatus in homes to prevent unnecessary fires. It covers basement setups, kitchen ranges, flue checks, and concrete floors, plus a Portland Cement association code for fire safe construction. It details minimum clearances, fireproof floors, chimney and pipe protections, and chimney maintenance to reduce ignition risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland Cement Association
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Cunningham
Cold
Hoofanay
Nea Jersey
Washington
Amer Tan Institute of Architects
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Shyang
Calor
Athetraneae
Whita
Heauty
Hudson Brick and Supply Company
Lincoln
Uetvate
Mala
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J. Maury Dove Company
H Street
N. W
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Orm
S. M. Frazier
Portland
Monroe Street
Anacostia, D. C
P. A. Roberts Iconstruction Co
WM. G. Carrico
Heatweil
Heatheg
Weat
SUN Parlor
Amciest Ward
Hollywood
Tropica
Mfe
Ga. Ave
New Tian of
Hagtolas
Tn Go
Radiola
Washington,d.c
The
Alderney
Sanitary Grocery Stores
H. L. Black & Son
First Street
N. Y. North
SAIRY
Resuea Fire Code
Ens Ceaven van Leven
NATCO
Smith & Kline, Inc
Key Bridge
Washington, D. G
Roslyn Va
Clay
Mason Barkley & CO
New York Ave
N.W
FA “Miller
Ize
George F. Miller Electric Co
Ray
Ray Fuel Oil Burner Co
Connecticut Avenue
Potomac
E. G. Schafer & Co
13Th St. N. W
17Th Bt
Gare of Law
R. .Sodman Eis, Sardence
Forester Brock
Noh Bebels
Garclins
Chestnut Farms
Mik
Psi Bagel
Ghostnn
Connecticut
Franklin
Autoamity Sprinkler Nolan Company
Tac
Franks
K Street
R. E. Milor Bricklaying Contractor
K St. N. W. Mein
A. B. Clarke Co
12Th Street N. W
Gurtee Furniiture
L. de Francescri
Hailhivea
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