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 Robert Adam  Neoclassic Architect, Interior Designer and Furniture Maker Rejected the "Palladian style" that was introduced by Indigo Jones He applied the concept of movement ot his interiors Revival of interest in arts of Greece and Rome walls- Classical architectural devices Panels- Usually sunk into the wall and often have arabesques painted on them Ceilings- Delicate with octagons, fans, and ellipses with roman stucco decorations Painted surfaces and designs, satinwood, extreme formal style, symmetry, and complete unity to the total composition were all characteristics of Adam's design Satin Wood shield back chairs Floors were made of Polished oak and carpets that had patterns were made to complement the design of the ceiling Fireplaces were not a focal point Mirrors were an important part of this time period. There were oval shapes in a flat-reeded molding. They were used as a main part of the arrangement.  George Hepplewhite English cabinet and furniture maker Afte...

 English architecture was the last to fall to the Renaissance Its ornamentation was the first indication of the change in style Some materials and locations focused on Stones of Cornwall and Devonshire which are very hard Large oak forests are in England so many roofs were made of timber woodworking skills and boat-building skills were seen often due to living close to the sea Tudor style officially marked the start of the Renaissance it focused on churches, official buildings, and furnishing programs visible signs of luxury and comfort included the fireplace                       Tudor Style house                                           Moderns Style Tudor House Furniture was sparse                                   Settle Chair...

Regency Style (1700-1730) beginning of economy  Transitional from exuberant Baroque to the more delicate Rococo Colors and materials were simplified and gold and white were the main colors used Seating was used to center rooms                                                                 Regency Salon                                                      Modern Regency Living Room Lightness, delicacy and movement Sinuously fromed spandrel panes were inbetween mirrored recesses Furniture used organic curves and asymmetrical Rococo Style (1730- 1760) Enjoyed by all classes known also French Provincial or Country French wood paneling walls, pale colored woods, fireplace with a mirror on top Fur...