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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. It is named after the first four British monarchs of the House of Hanover , George I , George II , George III , and George IV , who reigned in continuous succession from August 1714 to June 1830.
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.
The Georgian era was a period in British history from 1714 to c. 1830–1837, named after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III and George IV. 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 Royal Crescent is a row of 30 terraced houses laid out in a sweeping crescent in the city of Bath, England.Designed by the architect John Wood, the Younger, and built between 1767 and 1774, it is among the greatest examples of Georgian architecture to be found in the United Kingdom and is a Grade I listed building.
Georgian architecture in England. Subcategories. This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total. B. Georgian architecture in Bristol (23 P) C.
Georgian architecture in North Carolina (119 P) O. Georgian architecture in Ohio (9 P) Georgian architecture in Oklahoma (2 P) Georgian architecture in Oregon (6 P) P.
The Georgian Group is a British charity, and the national authority on Georgian architecture built between 1700 and 1837 in England and Wales. As one of the National Amenity Societies , The Georgian Group is a statutory consultee on alterations to listed buildings , and by law must be notified of any work to a relevant listed building which ...