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Georgian architecture is the name given in most English-speaking countries to the set of architectural styles current between 1714 and 1830.
The definition of the Georgian era is also often extended to include the relatively short reign of William IV, which ended with his death in 1837. The subperiod that is the Regency era is defined by the regency of George IV as Prince of Wales during the illness of his father George III. [ 2 ]
As is the case with Colonial architecture, “Georgian” technically refers to a time period, not an exact aesthetic.The Georgian Era ran from 1714 to 1837, and covered the reign of Hanoverian ...
The architecture of Georgia refers to the styles of architecture found in Georgia. The country is exceptionally rich in architectural monuments. Characteristic features of the Georgian architecture are monumentality, clear composition, strict proportions, moderate use of decorations, and above all these the harmonic interaction with nature. [1]
Georgian architecture in the United States (3 C, 1 P) Pages in category "Georgian architecture" The following 22 pages are in this category, out of 22 total.
Victorian architecture is a series of architectural revival styles in the mid-to-late 19th century. Victorian refers to the reign of Queen Victoria (1837–1901), called the Victorian era, during which period the styles known as Victorian were used in construction. However, many elements of what is typically termed "Victorian" architecture did ...
Georgian culture enjoyed a renaissance of classical literature, arts, philosophy, architecture and science in the 11th century. [4] Over the course of centuries, to varying degrees it was influenced by Classical Greece , the Roman Empire , the Byzantine Empire , various Persian empires (e.g. Achaemenid , Sassanian , and Safavid ), [ 5 ] [ 6 ...
Jamaican Georgian architecture is an architectural style that was popular in Jamaica between c. 1750 and c. 1850. [1] It married the elegance of Georgian styling with functional features designed to weather Jamaica's tropical climate. [2] It was used at all levels in society, from the most important public buildings to humble domestic dwellings.