Where do you see these shapes?
How are these Materials used on the buildings?
| stone | cedar shingles | ||
| brick | asphalt shingles | ||
| metal | stucco | ||
| wood | clapboard siding | ||
| slate | wrought iron | ||
| concrete | |||
Where do you see these building elements?
| chimney | gutters & downspouts | ||
| porch | dormer | ||
| garden wall | awning | ||
| window box | gable roof | ||
| gambrel roof | steps | ||
| skylight | fire escape | ||
| shutters | railing | ||
| garage door | fence | ||
| flag | bay window | ||
| hip roof | quoins | ||
| column | louver |
Where do you see these particular building elements?
Notice all the different size windows on the buildings. How do they give you clues about what is inside? How are store windows different from house windows?
What types of signs do you see on the buildings? What material are they made of? Where are they located?
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