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The use of columns and of an entablature and pediment originates from Greco-Roman architecture. The entablature is a block of stone (architrave) placed horizontally on top of the columns and can include a wide decorative panel called frieze and a cornice, which is another decorative element which forms the top of the entablature and protrudes from the rest. The pediment is the triangular space above the entablature which supports a sloped roof. This is the structure of the extension at the centre of the front of the White House. At the back of the White House, the semi-circular extension (the South Portico) is supported by columns and its shape is that of the exedra of Greco-Roman architecture.
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Why do you think so many US government buildings reflect Greek and Roman architecture?
Yes. Buildings like the Capitol and the White House were built in the neoclassical style, a style which copied the styles of the Greeks and Romans.
Why are Europeans white?
European people are white because they have caucasian origins. Answer: Not all Europeans are white.
How did white city get its name?
There was once a great exhibition hall there, which was made of marble, hence White City.
Where did white city get its name from?
There was once a great exhibition hall there, which was made of marble, hence White City
Where did Emperors live in Ancient Rome?
In the city of Rome itself, the emperors had houses usually on the Palatine Hill. This was their "official" residence. However all of them had luxury villas scattered over Italy and the rest of the empire as well. In the later years of the western empire some emperors never even lived in Rome at all.
How did the Romans influence modern day architecture and technology?
The pillars, domes, and arches of Rome can be found in many famous modern buildings, including the White House and the Capitol Building.
Why is the White House a Frame Structure?
It is a frame structure because it is a frame structure.
What are the white house capitol and Jefferson memorial based on?
Greek and Roman architecture
Is the white house roman architecture?
No, it is called Federalist which used elements,of Greek buildings.
What was the history of the white house in Ancient Rome?
There is no history of the White House in Ancient Rome. The Romans did not have a White House. The White House was built in 1792-1800. That is more than 1500 years after the fall of he empire of ancient Rome. Its design is based on ancient Roman architecture.
How did President Carter Structure his White House Staff?
Circular
What architectural style is the White House?
The White House uses a combination of Palladian and neoclassical styles in its architecture design. The original design of the White House was created by James Hoban, so it has gone through a number of modifications over the years.
What does the taj mahal look like describe the architecture?
A tall structure made of white mable built by shan jahan
How do you influence the government?
put a petition together and shoot at the white house.
Some examples of Roman Architecture in US?
Some examples of Roman architecture are the arch, the dome, the atrium and the Composite ad Tuscan styles of columns.
How long did it take to build the White House's structure?
10 years!
Why was the whitehouse painted white?
I beileve that many, many people thought that white would look good on a president's house. The White House is a neoclassical structure, and white was a popular color for such buildings.
