Tudor Style Homes
Tudors are the classic example of British architecture, recognizable by their elaborate details, multi-paned windows and mix of exterior claddings. Perhaps the most defining characteristic of the Tudor is the oft-used half-timbering on stucco—an instantly recognizable feature.
Tudors are commonly asymmetrical, lending to their charm. To add balance, windows are placed in symmetrical groupings, and repeated details, like diamond-shaped window panes, are sprinkled throughout the exterior to create a sense of cohesion.
Tudors were popular nationwide between the late-eighteenth and mid-nineteenth centuries; but it’s no surprise that the Midwest, given it’s harsh winters and heavy snowfall, would embrace the Tudor, whose high pitched roofs prevent snow and ice build-up.
Tudor Window Features
- Casement style
- Multi-paned, often in a diamond pattern
- Symmetrical groupings
- Square or rectangle in shape, but sometimes domed
