Split LevelArchitecture

Split Level Basics• Born in 1950’s

• Located all around the country

• Materials: natural materials, wood, and clap board siding.

• Similar to ranch

Special Features

• Small stairs

• 3-5 stories

• Hipped style roofs

Elements and Principles

Principles• Balance- asymmetrical • Movement- flow of stairs

Elements• Form- Very 3-D• Space- Very packed

Refrences

• http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/ig/House-Styles/Split-Level-Ranch.htm

• http://www.residentialarchitect.com/design/split-level.aspx