The Classical Language of Architecture

Classical architecture is a visual ‘language’ and like any other language has its own grammatical rules. Classical buildings as widely spaced in time as a Roman temple, an Italian Renaissance palace and a Regency house all show an awareness of these rules even if they vary them, break them or poetically contradict them. Sir Christopher Wren Wren

What Style Is It?: A Guide to American Architecture, Revised Edition

Architectural style is defined as a definite type of architecture, distinguished by special characteristics of structure and ornament. This revised edition of What Style Is It? includes new sections on Neoclassical, Romanesque and Rustic Styles. It also provides more examples of how pure styles vary by geographic region across the US.

Golden Oak MIMOWCB Mission Modular Office Computer Base

Golden Oak MIMOWCB Marked by sharp right angles and the tight grain beauty of rift-sawn North American Red Oak veneers, Mission is a classic blend of Craftsman and Spanish designs. This dramatic yet straightforward architecture inspired the arts and crafts and art nouveau domestic styles, characterized by simplicity and function. Golden Oaks line mixes understated accents accents