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06 | The Architectural Fashion of Toronto Residential Neighbourhoods
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GREEK REVIVAL

The Greek Revival was an architectural movement of the
late 18th and early 19th centuries, predominantly in
Northern Europe and the United States. American interest
in the culture of ancient Greece grew from sympathy for the
Greek War of Independence (1821-1830) and emerging
archaeological finds showing Greece as the earliest
democracy.

IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Greek Revival style buildings can take several forms (even
appearing occasionally as townhouses with strong
columned front entries), but are most easily identifiable by
the presence of a columned entry, a front facing gable or
pediment, pilasters at the front façade corners, or a wide
cornice with small windows.

Form: Rectangular, symmetrical, centre portion tall,
may have single storey wings; Distinguished by columns
Storeys: 2
Façade: Brick or clapboard, stucco (rare) 2 storey centre,
double height columns, often with porch
Roof: Front temple-pediment gable
Windows: Small-paned sash , usually 9-over-9 or 6-over-6
Entrance: Centred or to the left, may have pediment,
shallow transom and side lights