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SaltboxBy: Drew Shively
Arrival of the Saltbox
• New England • Emerged in 1630• Built well through mid 1800’s• Saltbox shape• Tax evasionExamples:
Characteristics
• Uneven arrangement of stories (2- 2.5). • Long sloped roof in front, short in back.
• Central chimney in center of roof.
• Wood framing plus clapboard siding.
Design Elements and Principles
• Elements– Form: 3-D– Texture: Rough look and feel
• Principles– Balance: Uneven balance.
References
• http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-saltbox-house.htm
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