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This style is found in early 20th century throughput the country,
particularly in California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida.
Low pitched roof, clay roof tile, upper story windows less elaborate
than windows below, arched doors and windows, accentuated entrance with
classical columns and symmetrical façade, little to no overhang are some
of the characteristics of this style.
Roof structure is a combination of side gable, cross gable, combined hip
and gable, or hipped configuration. The style borrowed details from the
entire history of Spanish architecture. Commonly used roof tiles are
barrel or Spanish S. Entry doors are usually emphasized by adjacent
spiral columns, pilasters, carved stonework or patterned tiles. Doors
leading to exterior gardens, patios, and balconies are usually paired
and glazed with multiple panes of rectangular glass. Many examples have
at least one large focal window. Decorative window grills of wood or
iron are common. As are similar balustrades on cantilevered balconies,
which occur in variety of shapes and sizes.
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