American Vernacular Design, 1870-1940: An Illustrated GlossaryVan Nostrand Reinhold, 1985 - 270 pages |
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Page 48
... turn back toward the gable ; such a change in direction is called a return . If the cornice is closed in and forms a boxlike shape , it is referred to as a boxed cornice . RAPTER ROOFS : DETAILS • FRIEZE SOFFIT • FRIEZE COVERED 481.
... turn back toward the gable ; such a change in direction is called a return . If the cornice is closed in and forms a boxlike shape , it is referred to as a boxed cornice . RAPTER ROOFS : DETAILS • FRIEZE SOFFIT • FRIEZE COVERED 481.
Page 54
... direction , are piv- oted so as to rotate freely . Most have a platelike form . Roof flats or decks dramatically terminate the ascending lines of a roof's shape and provide opportunity for ornamen- tal accents such as balustrades around ...
... direction , are piv- oted so as to rotate freely . Most have a platelike form . Roof flats or decks dramatically terminate the ascending lines of a roof's shape and provide opportunity for ornamen- tal accents such as balustrades around ...
Page 81
... directions . Integration involves the kinds of material used , dimensions , and profiles . No matter what the window type , the design process is the same . Fixed windows may have fewer parts to integrate than oper- able windows , but ...
... directions . Integration involves the kinds of material used , dimensions , and profiles . No matter what the window type , the design process is the same . Fixed windows may have fewer parts to integrate than oper- able windows , but ...
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