Florida, Key West
The two-and-a-half story house with two-tiered front porch was built circa 1912. The house exhibits one of the most characteristic adaptation of the Greek Revival style in its gable front facade with columns rising two stories that supports a clearly defined triangular pediment. A roof scuttles- similar in form to a hatch on the deck of a ship —on the side gable roof allow air and light into the attic area. The front attic space has a center window protected by a shutter that allows air into the area while keeping out sunlight during the heat of the day. The classic simplicity of the house is emphasized by the plain character of spindles on the porch rails. (Note: This house is located in the Key West Historic District. It has been expanded, renovated or updated over the years, however, Key West ordinances and zoning regulations require that original architecture character be maintained.)
Florida, Key West
The two-and-a-half story house with two-tiered front porch was built circa 1912. The house exhibits one of the most characteristic adaptation of the Greek Revival style in its gable front facade with columns rising two stories that supports a clearly defined triangular pediment. A roof scuttles- similar in form to a hatch on the deck of a ship —on the side gable roof allow air and light into the attic area. The front attic space has a center window protected by a shutter that allows air into the area while keeping out sunlight during the heat of the day. The classic simplicity of the house is emphasized by the plain character of spindles on the porch rails. (Note: This house is located in the Key West Historic District. It has been expanded, renovated or updated over the years, however, Key West ordinances and zoning regulations require that original architecture character be maintained.)